Zipline Memos
Back To Basics (Weeks 1 & 2)
Instead Of This, Say That!
Build The Sale
Read The Customer - What Should You Say?
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This is when our "Pull 'Em In Contest" ends

When is August 15th?

100

This is why it's important to lead with "Are you familiar with the brand?" or "Have you heard of us before?"

What is because it keeps the conversation open ended

100

Instead of "Would you like to try that blazer on?"

What is... "Here, you're probably around a x, let's try it on."

100

This is the natural item to recommend after a dress pants..

What is a belt?

100

Customer says:

"I'm just browsing"

"While you're looking around.."

"Perfect, I'll give you the quick 10 second run down.."

200

This is when we get 3 new SSBDs, 3 new DSs, and a restock of Heathered Forest Green..

When is Mid August?

200

These are the three paths..

What are..

1. A customer has never heard of us

2. A customer has heard of us but hasn't purchased

3. Loyal Customer

200

Instead of asking, "Would you like to try those pants on?" you say...

What is... "Let's get this in the fitting room so you can feel the difference."

"What's your waist size?"

200

When a customer buys a suit, these are two pieces you should naturally introduce...

What is a dress shirt and tie?

200

Customer says:

"I've never worn a suit before"

"Well, you look around a size x, slip this on and we'll go from there"

"Perfect, I'll walk you through everything you."


300

These are three upcoming store locations..

  • Store #47: Louisville, KY - Opening Late August

    • Leadership: Matt Krajniak

  • Store #48: Houston, TX #2 - Opening Late August

    • Leadership: Mariama Ndiaye + Clay Brown

  • Store #49: Boulder, CO - Opening Mid September

    • Leadership: Dom Saenz

  • Store #50: Naples, FL - Opening Late Summer / Early Fall

    • Leadership: TBA 

  • Store #51: St Louis, MO - Opening in Late Fall

    • Leadership Needed

  • Store #52: Naperville, IL - Opening in Late Fall

    • Leadership: TBA 

  • Store #53:  Raleigh / Durham, NC - Opening In Winter 

    • Leadership: TBA

  • Store #54: Buffalo, NY - Opening In Winter or Early 2027

    • Leadership: TBA 

  • Store #55: Cranston, RI - Opening Late Q1 2027

    • Leadership: Leadership Needed 

300

This is our number one value proposition..

What is the FIT!!


(a lot of companies do performance dress shirts and suiting, it's the tailored fit that seperates us)

300

Instead of "Would you like to see custom?"

What is... "Come look at our newest custom fabric swatches."

300

When a wedding customer chooses a suit, this is the next conversation?

What is talking about our weddings program, inquiring about groomsmen, etc. 

300

Customer says:
"Can I try on this shirt?"

"Of course, let's grab some matching pants so you can see the whole look."

400

This fabric swatch is discontinued and this is what you do if you have an active MTO/MTM order involving this fabric...

What is the Navy & Black Mini Houndstooth, and to contact Jareth to determine the appropriate path forward?

400

This is what you do when you get the sense that a customer doesn't want to try something on and that they just want to browse...


What is plant the seed like they're going to try something on?

Examples: 

"I'll let you explore and then I'll circle back and we can try something on" 

"When you're ready we'll grab your size so you can try it on" 

"Once your ready to test the fit, I'll get you set up in the fitting room"


400

Instead of "Do you want to see another color?"

What is... "Let's compare this to the Heathered Navy"

"This limited edition Olive will look great on you too, let me help you try it on"

400

When someone buys chinos and a polo, these are the natural next suggestions? (Name 3)

What is a quarter zip, SSBBD, sport coat, second pant, or sneakers, stretch belt

400

Customer says:
"I don't have much time."


"No problem. Let's make this as efficient as possible."

"Perfect, let's get this done quickly!"

"What are we looking for?"

500

This is the newest change regarding visual walkthrough videos...

(Hint: 2 Steps)

What is taking photos of zones AND naming them in the drive?

500

This is the mode we're in once we know a customer has shopped with us, has a few shirts, or already loves the brand...

What is relationship building mode?

500

Instead of "Would you like to complete the outfit?

What is... "Let's build the whole look."

Or "What size shoe are?" , "Try it with this belt"

500

These are four categories every full outfit (downstairs) should touch...

What are Jacket, Shirt, Pants, Shoes/Accessories

500

Customer says:

"I'm going to go home and think about it."

"Perfect, let's get you an account going so we can log your sizes. I'll give you my business card and you can call for free shipping if you can't make it back in."

"Here's a card with your sizes and what you're interested in, give us a call when you're ready."

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