Empowering 100 Retailers past $1M with Sustainable Growth

retail, business growth, decision framework, community, independence, sustainable, coaching, transformation, leadership, empowerment, thriving, beyond

Friend, I have to be honest, hitting “publish” on this post makes me a little nervous. It feels a lot like redecorating a room in your home. You know all the decisions, all the effort, and all the heart that went into it especially because every choice is made with sustainable growth in mind. But when someone walks in, they … 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

Why Won’t My Team Just Do What I Ask?!

Have you ever found yourself thinking, “My team is great… but I’ve told them a hundred times, why don’t they get it? Why won’t they just do what I ask?!” Oh my gosh, if I had a dollar for every time I’ve felt that way, I’d have a drawer full of cash and a lot fewer gray hairs. One of … 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