What differentiates a Great retailer from a good one? There are 7 Traits to Differentiate Great vs Good Retailers. I think about this often as I work with retailers to help them be the best that they can be – both in the store and in their life. It all comes down 7 simple traits. The best news about it … Read More
Don’t Ignore Turn (I know YOU don’t!) Part 2
Be sure to read Part 1, So Much Profit Hidden in this One Word, first and then come back here! Another true story about why you Don’t Ignore Turn In June I met with a client who was frustrated by his lack of cash flow. We identified one of the problems: His turn was too low. By digging deeper, we … Read More
Thrillers, Fillers and Spillers.
Thrillers, Fillers and Spillers. Ideas To Reduce Markdowns That Deserve Your Undivided Attention – Right Now Before Your Sales Start! Gardening really isn’t my thing. How about you? Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE being surrounded by the beauty that flowers provide. You also know that I love numbers and processes. I was ecstatic to learn that there was a … Read More
One Way To Make Your Life Easier
One Way To Make Your Life Easier My goal is always to make your job easier and point out ways that you can do something once and re-use it! I know how many hats you wear and how much you have to do. I like to call this a “Rinse and Repeat”. Who doesn’t love that? Let’s dig in! … Read More
Real Retailer Q’s: My Cash Flow is SUCKING
It all started with this email from my client……….. Hey Cathy- I saw you e-mailed me last week or something, and I never got around to responding. I was knee-deep in my last big promotion and now I’m desperate for an idea to help cash flow. The launch went ok, not as great as I was hoping, but it brought … Read More