8 Steps to Shoebuy.com's Success

8. Help others — individually and as an organization. Although Shoebuy.com was growing and profitable, and its employees had job security, Savitz realized that many others weren't as fortunate. The retailer donated its time and money to volunteer work and organizations such as Make-A-Wish and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Employees’ charitable donations were matched dollar for dollar by Shoebuy.com. Those that donated were entered into raffles to win prizes such as paid time off and gift certificates, among other things. Senior management has also donated its time to industry boards and trade shows.