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

Health, Wealth & Happiness: The 3 Pillars of a Richer Retailer with Pat Mussieux

Richer Retailer

Owning a store can take everything out of you. You’re juggling inventory, staff, customers, and cash flow… and somewhere along the way, you forget you. That is not the life of a Richer Retailer. In this episode of the Richer Retailer podcast I sit down with internationally acclaimed speaker and business coach Pat Mussieux, who shares how she transformed her life … Read More

Retail Trade Shows: h+h – Crafting, Education and Community

h+h Americas

Retail Is Evolving. Are You? What if your next big idea, vendor partner, or customer inspiration wasn’t in your inbox, but waiting for you in a trade show aisle? In this episode of the The Richer Retailer podcast I sit down with Darrin Stern, Show Director of h+h Americas, to explore how trade shows, creativity, and community are reshaping the … Read More

How to Stay Motivated in Tough Times

Stay motivated in tough times

Retail is not dying, it’s evolving. Independent retailers who embrace change, leverage authenticity, and understand consumer behavior to stay motivated are thriving more than ever. In this episode of Richer Retailer, Cathy Donovan Wagner sits down with Crystal Vilkatis from Rooted in Retail, to discuss the powerful role of mindset, marketing, and community in overcoming challenges and achieving sustainable business … Read More

Retail, Politics & Authenticity: How Community Values and Social Responsibility Build Stronger Brands

Community values

Customers today don’t just buy products they buy into community values. Shoppers are drawn to businesses that stand for something, whether it’s social responsibility, business ethics, or deeper community engagement. But here’s the tricky part: how do you embrace authenticity and stay true to your core values without facing customer backlash? Why Community Values Matter in Retail Your store isn’t … Read More