Frequently Asked Questions


Solutions


What topics are covered?.

The training topics include: (1) Product Knowledge that teach everything from casegoods, joints, and finishes, to upholstered furniture, styles, and fabrics to mattresses and rugs. (2) Sales Training that reveal the step-by-step process for building trust and selling furniture, and (3) Room Design that teaches the essential principles of room design.

How will I know if my staff is actually using the website?

As an administrator you will have access to detailed training reports for your company. We'll also send you regular email updates when specific training milestones are reached.

What will I get with my subscription?

Your basic subscription will give you 24/7 access to over 100 sales training lessons, training podcasts, showroom practices, and more.

Soon after you request a subscription you will receive an email with detailed instructions for getting your staff onto the website. You will also receive via USPS a package with brochures you can give to your sales associates (Only North American customers receive the brochures).

Administrators have access to training lessons that can be used in sales meetings, training reports, podcasts from industry experts and more.

Is it possible to become certified in furniture sales?

Absolutely. When an associate receives passing test scores in the areas Furniture Product Knowledge, Furniture Sales Skills or RoomDesign, a certificate and lapel pin is shipped to your location for you to award to your employee.

What if one of my employees quits or is let go?

Just let us know which employee left and we'll reassign the subscription to the new employee.

Can more than one person use a single subscription?

Each person needs his/her own subscription. It is inappropriate for more than one person to access the site through a single subscription. The furniture industry is made of people with integrity who recognize the need for trust and honesty. The affordable pricing, content certificates, and high score activities make such dishonesty counterproductive. Finally, we are able flag irregular activity and take appropriate action as necessary.

Can I assign several people to use a subscription so that we can see the benefits of the website before subscribing everyone?

Sharing subscriptions in the way you describe is not permitted. You will always have greater success when everyone at the store has access to the training because they can encourage each other, share ideas, and speak the same language.

How long will my subscription last?

You will have access to the training website for as long as you maintain your subscription. Customers agree to remain subscribed for a minimum of six months. Although the subscription can be cancelled any time after six months, most customers realize that training is never complete and there is always room for reminders and improvement

Where does the Furniture Training Company content come from?

The content for the Furniture Training website comes from two sources 1) successful industry experts, and 2) research into best practices. Associations such as NHFA and their affiliates and HFIA, as well as buying groups including FMG and FurnitureFirst have all evaluated the training and encourage their membership to subscribe.

Will the training on the website be compatible with the consultants we use?

Absolutely. The content on the website will be a great day-to-day resource to support and enlarge the efforts made by your consultant group.

What groups have approved, endorsed or sponsored The Furniture Training Website?

Associations such as NHFA and their affiliates and HFIA, as well as buying groups including FMG and FurnitureFirst have all evaluated the training and encourage their membership to subscribe.

Why are the subscription prices so low?

The Internet allows us to effectively and efficiently train large numbers of people.

How many subscriptions should I buy?

You need a subscription for everyone who sells furniture. You will always have greater success when everyone at the store has access to the training because they can encourage each other, share ideas, and speak the same language.

Why can't I see the Login button on the menu?

The resolution of your monitor is probably set too low. To solve this problem take the following steps:
  1. Right-click on your desktop.
  2. Click Properties.
  3. Click and drag Screen Resolution slider bar to the right. Anything above 800 X 600 will work.
  4. Click Ok to accept changes.
  5. Login as normal.

What should I do I if I registered in the wrong store?

Take the following steps to correct this problem.
  1. Login to training site.
  2. Click Profile.
  3. Change Store.
  4. Click Save.

Why do I keep getting a "Session Expired" error?

This problem occurs because of the configuration of your computer. Several things can solve this problem. First delete your cache and refresh your browser. To delete your cache take the following steps:
  1. Open Internet Explorer.
  2. Click Tools.
  3. Click Internet Options.
  4. Click the Delete button in Browsing History.
  5. Make sure Temporary Internet Files and Cookies are selected.
  6. Click Delete.
  7. Click Ok.
  8. Close your browser.
  9. Open your browser and try running the program again.

If this does not solve your issue, try running the program from another computer if possible. If that is not possible, install another browser like Firefox or Chrome. If need further help with this issue call (866)755-5996.

What is the number for technical support?

1(866)755-5996

Why isn't my completed test showing up in my records?

For security reasons the website will "timeout" after 15 minutes of inactivity. You probably stepped away from the computer for an extended period of time and were automatically logged out. Therefore, your score was not attributed to your account. Go ahead and log into the website and take the test again.

What can I do to stop getting the "User not logged in" error?

To solve this problem take the following steps:
  1. Open Internet Explorer.
  2. Click Tools.
  3. Click Internet Options.
  4. Click Privacy Tab.
  5. Click Advanced.
  6. Check Always Allow Session Cookies.
  7. Click OK.
  8. Click OK.
  9. Try logging in again.

What should I do if I forgot my username or password?

Call 1(866)755-5996 or click the link for online help on our homepage.

How do I enroll in the website?

If you have not previously created a user account take the following steps:
  1. Click Enroll on the home page.
  2. Enter Access Code. This code is a series of letters and numbers that your supervisor supplied you.
  3. Enter Personal Information.
  4. Choose Username.
  5. Choose Password.

This process creates a personal training account for you. From now on you can login to your training by clicking login on the homepage and entering your username and password.

Why can't I enroll people in the website even though we have more room on our access code?

Sales associates have probably made duplicate accounts. Call 1(866)755-5996 and a customer service representative will help you.