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
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
The #1 Reason Stores Fail (And How to Make Sure Yours Doesn’t)
Running a retail store isn’t just about selling, it’s about managing your business effectively. Many passionate store owners, like Ali in our latest podcast episode of The Richer Retailer podcast, find themselves struggling with financial management, taxes, and tracking expenses. Sound familiar? The good news? You can take control and set yourself up for long-term success. Listen to this episode: … Read More
Being vs Doing – Business Growth the Smart Way
Ever set a big sales goal and found yourself stuck on how to reach it? Maybe the key to achieving business growth is to stop doing, and start being? Hitting your goals takes more than hustle, it requires a shift in mindset, strategic goal setting, and effective team collaboration. In this episode of The Richer Retailer podcast, Cathy Donovan Wagner and … Read More
Retail, Politics & Authenticity: How Community Values and Social Responsibility Build Stronger Brands
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