Create a Manifesto That Attracts Your Dream Customers

retail, manifesto, store owners, customer magnet, business strategy, personal values, community building, sustainable sales, clarity, confidence

Ever wondered why some stores feel magnetic while others just blend in? The secret is when you Create a Manifesto that makes your purpose shine. The answer isn’t in more products or sales, it’s in your purpose. And the fastest way to make that purpose shine is to Create a Manifesto for your store. Your store is more than just … Read More

Momentum Before the Madness | State of Retail: October 2025

consumer trends, holiday season, retail, community engagement, inventory management, personalization, video content, sales strategies, customer experience, momentum, madness, October

Christmas feels close, doesn’t it? You’re not alone. Many independent retailers are already on edge, wondering what’s selling, what isn’t, and how the season will unfold. But here’s the truth: it’s only October. And that’s good news. October is the real starting line for holiday retail. Shoppers haven’t fully arrived yet, which gives you an incredible opportunity. Use this lull … Read More

If I Wanted to Build a $1M+ Store Tomorrow – Here’s What I’d Do

Woman smiling and raising her arms as dollar bills fall around her with text that reads “If I Wanted to Build a $1M+ Store Tomorrow, Here’s What I’d Do.”

Let me be real with you. If I woke up tomorrow and had to build a $1M+ store all over again, I know exactly what I’d do differently. I’ve made the mistakes, I’ve sweated through the scary moments (literally!), and I’ve seen firsthand what actually works for retailers who want to scale their business. Listen to the full episode here: … Read More

Empowering 100 Retailers past $1M with Sustainable Growth

retail, business growth, decision framework, community, independence, sustainable, coaching, transformation, leadership, empowerment, thriving, beyond

Friend, I have to be honest, hitting “publish” on this post makes me a little nervous. It feels a lot like redecorating a room in your home. You know all the decisions, all the effort, and all the heart that went into it especially because every choice is made with sustainable growth in mind. But when someone walks in, they … Read More

How CEOs Balance Time Management and Customer Connection

delegation, business growth, customer connection, retail leadership, CEO role, sustainable business, time management, brand culture, team training, retail success

I can’t tell you how many times I looked at my to-do list and thought… How on earth am I supposed to balance all this AND still see my customers? I know you’ve felt that too. One minute you’re knee-deep in emails and vendor calls, and the next a customer walks in and you just want to drop everything to … Read More