Your Products Have a Story, Share It and Make Sure the World Knows

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Have you ever wondered how something as simple as a sock could transform your business and someone’s life? Because products have a story and that story can make all the difference. At first glance, it sounds almost too simple, right? But stick with me, because that’s exactly what happened when I met Laura Schmidt, founder of Notes to Self. Her … Read More

From Imposter Syndrome to Confidence – A Leadership Secret

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Imposter Syndrome: A Sign You’re Ready to Grow I’ve worked with thousands of store owners, and the truth is, leadership challenges often start from within, often fueled by imposter syndrome. We second-guess ourselves. We power through burnout. And deep down, we wonder if we’re really cut out for this. That’s why I couldn’t wait to sit down with Sherry Winn, … 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

Tariffs, Growth Strategy & Smart Scaling

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Growth Strategy: How You Can Grow in a Slow Economy; Let’s talk about growth strategy that every retailer is thinking about right now: “Is it even smart to scale right now?” The headlines say the economy’s cooling off. Tariffs are back in the news. Foot traffic is shifting. It’s easy to get nervous. In fact, recently, another retailer asked me … Read More