These Instagrammable, experiential stores are appearing everywhere from malls to art museums. And the trend has spawned a whole new economy. This is known as the “pop-up” economy, and it can be credited with driving short-term leasing of everything from offices to retail spaces.

It’s not hard to see why retailers would want to experiment with pop-up shops. They’re a great way to drive brand awareness, test out the market or create a buzz for a new product. But they can be difficult to manage and implement. That’s why we asked a number of retail experts to share their tips on how to effectively use pop-ups in a retail environment.

Popable is an online marketplace that connects brands and physical spaces for temporary retail leases. The platform aims to make it easy for small retail businesses to get the space they need to grow. The startup’s website makes it easy for businesses to list their location, and then it pairs them with a local participating Walmart store that will provide the short-term rental. The duration of the lease can be anywhere from a month to a year.

When a pimple stares right back at you in the mirror, it’s hard to resist the urge to squeeze it. But squeezing a pimple can be dangerous, especially if it’s a cyst. Cysts are essentially small, swollen sacs that contain oil, debris and acne bacteria. Cysts are painful, and they can also cause skin infections if they’re popped at the wrong time. And even if you’re careful, you can still end up with scars and pits from popping your zit.

While it’s not a good idea to pop a cyst, there are some things you can do to help minimize the appearance of a pimple before an important event or date. One of the most important things is to keep it clean.It’s best to avoid using pore-clogging popable products and to wash your face twice a day. Keeping the area clean can also help to prevent infection.

Todd is the COO of Ncentiva, a world-class company that allows consumers to trade in their unwanted

electronics

for branded gift cards. He’ll be sharing how he uses this gift card platform to drive brand awareness, customer acquisition and sales