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
Sales Feel Weird? You’re Not Alone (and Not Stuck) | State of Retail – May 2025
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
Surprising Inventory Insights from a Multi-Million Dollar Retailer
Have you ever asked yourself, “If I buy more inventory, won’t I sell more?” Today, we’re unpacking this myth with inventory insights from Alana Turner, the owner of Poopsies, a thriving multi-million-dollar retail store in Galena, Illinois. Spoiler alert: Less inventory can lead to more sales! Listen to the episode here: Or watch the video here: From College Job to … Read More
Cash Flow Eaters – How to Identify and Eliminate them From Your Inventory
Are cash flow issues keeping you up at night? If you’ve ever felt like your sales are strong but your cash flow tells a different story, the problem might be hiding in plain sight, in your inventory. Let’s talk about “cash flow eaters” and how to eliminate them for good. Ready? What Are Cash Flow Eaters? Cash flow eaters are … Read More
A New Retail Income Stream to Eradicate the J-Months
Have you ever noticed how January, June, and July those pesky “J-months” always seem to drag down sales? It’s a retail problem many of us face, but don’t worry, there’s a way to turn those slow months into profitable ones. Let’s make these months your best yet. Let’s learn how to sluggish sales and boost your income by transforming your … Read More