Are You Feeling the Post-Easter Retail Slowdown? Here’s Cathy’s take on the State of Retail for May 2025: You’re not imagining it. Independent retailers across the country are reporting a noticeable dip in traffic this May. And if your first instinct is to slash prices or run storewide discounts, I get it. But before you panic, let’s get grounded. Listen … Read More
The #1 Reason Stores Fail (And How to Make Sure Yours Doesn’t)
Running a retail store isn’t just about selling, it’s about managing your business effectively. Many passionate store owners, like Ali in our latest podcast episode of The Richer Retailer podcast, find themselves struggling with financial management, taxes, and tracking expenses. Sound familiar? The good news? You can take control and set yourself up for long-term success. Listen to this episode: … Read More
Strategy is Safe – Until It’s Not
Have you ever found yourself endlessly planning, tweaking, and strategizing without actually taking action? Many retailers (and entrepreneurs in general) fall into the comfort zone of strategy, where everything is safe and full of potential… until it’s not. Recently, I had a wake-up call. My coach asked how my new team member was doing, and I enthusiastically said, “Great!” But … Read More
How to Get Out of a Retail Mess?
Have you ever found yourself wondering, “How do I get our of this retail mess?” You’re not alone. Matt, a retailer with 18 years of experience, recently asked me this: “How do I correct this mess I’m in? I’ve been in retail for 18 years and still don’t know the science behind what makes this work.” First, let me just … Read More
The Only Way to Grow Your Store with Ease – Part 3
Welcome to part 3 of the Grow Your Store with Ease series. If you missed the first two parts in this series, you can read them here: Part 1 and Part 2 “Go with your feelings.” “Follow your vibe.” “If it doesn’t feel good, don’t do it.” We’ve all heard advice like this. And sure, there’s some truth to it. … Read More
