Would you like to grow your store with ease? Retail is tough, isn’t it? Especially now, with the economic uncertainty and chaos swirling around us. It’s no wonder so many store owners feel overwhelmed. You’re not crazy—it is hard. I get it because I’ve been there too. I’ve gripped tightly to whatever I thought I could control, only to see … Read More
2024 – A Year in Review ✨
As the year comes to a close, I can’t help but look back with a full heart at everything we’ve accomplished together in 2024 with this year in review. YOU — our incredible community of retail store owners — have inspired us every step of the way. Let’s take a moment to celebrate some highlights from this amazing year: ★ … Read More
How to Get Rid of Old Inventory
How to get rid of old inventory? This was a question that came through in our retail community, and it is a great one that highlights a situation many store owners find themselves in: How do I get rid of old inventory with enough profit to purchase new inventory and keep my customers coming back for new, beautiful merchandise? SO … Read More
Is the Battle Between Indie Retail vs. Big Box Real?
I am the first to agree that independent retail comes with its fair share of challenges and obstacles. So is the battle between indie retail vs. big box real? Truthfully? There are many store owner misconceptions – that creates obstacles that otherwise wouldn’t be there. I find that the fourth quarter and holiday season tend to bring these misconceptions, fears, … Read More
10 Top Tactics to Manage Your Cash Flow Better
After having been in retail for over 30 years, there are proven tactics that work well in keeping your finances and operations going smoothly. Each one is tried and true. Most come from mistakes that I have made that I don’t want you to make. There is such value in getting an outside perspective on your own business. It’s why … Read More