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

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

Retail Momentum the CEO Guide: Localism and Team Power

retail, September 2025, price sensitivity, tariffs, localism, team empowerment, customer connection, business growth, Q4, CEO

Oh my gosh, September really does feel like hitting a reset button, doesn’t it? Summer’s winding down, the back-to-school buzz is here, and in Chicago I even got to wear a sweater the other day.  That shift in the air? It’s the same kind of energy your store can tap into. This is the season to build retail momentum. Now, … Read More

Breaking the Cycle: How to Stop Buying Yourself Broke

retail, inventory management, profit, business strategy, Inventory cycle, breaking free, profit first, sales strategy

Have you ever felt like you’re buying inventory… selling it… then buying more… and somehow, you’re not actually getting ahead? breaking the Cycle starts here. Friend, I’ve been there. You’re not imagining it, and you’re definitely not alone. A smart retailer named Amanda asked a question in our Richer Retailer Facebook group that hit me right in the heart. She … Read More

Done Beats Perfect: State of Retail | August 2025

Retail Trends, Consumer Spending, Profit Margins, Experiential Retail, Community Engagement, Economic Shifts, Sustainability, Customer Relationships, Strategic Leadership, Retail Innovation, In-store Experiences, Retail Strategy, Smarter, Lead Harder, Summer, retail

State of Retail: August 2025 There’s something about August. Maybe it’s the back-to-school buzz, or the “let’s do it all before summer ends” rush. One minute you feel calm and collected, the next you’re scrambling. Sound familiar? here’s the State of Retail for you.  But here’s your reminder: you’re not here to hustle harder. You’re here to lead smarter. This … Read More