Summer Strategy | State of Retail: July 2025

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It’s summer strategy time! Whether you’re riding a wave of seasonal traffic or seeing things slow down, this is your moment to pause, refocus, and make the most of the months ahead. Can you believe we’re already halfway through 2025? Honestly, that fact alone makes my brain explode a little. It’s wild how fast the year is flying by. So … Read More

You’re Not Just a Store: You’re a Brand

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Many store owners think a brand is just a logo, color palette, or catchy tagline. But branding goes far beyond design. It’s about how your customers feel every time they interact with your store whether in person, online, or through your marketing. Watch the full episode in YouTube In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Sue … Read More

The Silent Profit Killer: Gut-Based Pricing Is Costing You Thousands

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Did you know that there’s a hidden force quietly costing independent store owners thousands each year and it is called gut-based pricing. What’s really hurting your profits? Not the competition. Not slow traffic. It’s gut-based pricing; retail’s silent killer. Watch the full episode in YouTube: https://youtu.be/p_zldyDRdU0 Today, in this episode of The Richer Retailer, I’m naming the problem, unpacking the … Read More

Retail Curation | State of Retail: June 2025

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Retail Curation: Curate to Connect. How Independent Retailers Can Win Summer with Intention If your store feels a little all over the place right now, you’re definitely not alone. May always ends in a whirlwind, and suddenly it’s June. Some retailers are already seeing slower foot traffic, while others are swamped with tourists. Meanwhile, many are wondering: “should I just … Read More

How Profit First Transforms Retail Stores

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“I’ve come to believe that  transformation is the most powerful force in business . That’s the power of transformation, and it’s why this episode of The Richer Retailer that transforms retail stores is so special.” Watch the full episode in YouTube now! I had the absolute honor of sitting down with my dear friend, Liz Szporn a Profit First coach, … Read More