Practical Solutions to Avoid Stock Shortages: Consulting with Driftwood Designs
Practical Solutions to Avoid Stock Shortages: Consulting with Driftwood Designs In this exciting episode, I introduce a brand-new format for the Resilient Retail Game Plan, featuring a live consulting call with Becky Barratt from Driftwood Designs. Becky shares with me that at times they have found that they are surprised to discover that they […]
Introducing the Stock Doctor
Introducing Stock Doctor: An All New Way To Revolutionize Your Business Numbers In today’s episode, I unveil a brand new service called Stock Doctor. This revolutionary done-for-you service is designed to help retail business owners understand their stock and cash flow management without the stress and guesswork. With expert analysis, customized plans, and direct […]
2024 Christmas Unwrapped: Insights for Retailers
2024 Christmas Unwrapped: Insights for Retailers Today let’s delve into the anticipated trends, Insights for Retailers and predictions for Christmas 2024. Drawing on research from PwC, Mintel, Retail Week, NatWest, and other sources, we explore the macroeconomic outlook, consumer spending behaviors, and sector-specific expectations. We discuss the importance of value, omnichannel strategies, brand loyalty, and […]
Leaning Into Expertise a Retailer Success Story with Daniella Raffa of Mamma Shack
Leaning Into Expertise a Retailer Success Story with Daniella Raffa of Mamma Shack In this episode of the Resilient Retail Game Plan, I sit down with Daniella Raffa, founder of Mama Shack, to discuss her journey of Retailer Success Story from product designer to successful entrepreneur in the baby essentials market. Daniella shares her […]
Secrets to Purpose-Led Success with Lucy Greenwood of Lucy & Yak
Secrets to Purpose-Led Success with Lucy Greenwood of Lucy & Yak In this episode of the Resilient Retail Game Plan podcast, I interview Lucy Greenwood, co-founder of the ethical and sustainable clothing brand Lucy & Yak. Lucy shares insights from their journey, which began in 2017. We discuss the importance of authenticity, community building, […]
Finding Purpose In Your Brand with Jo Tuchener-Sharp Founder of Scamp & Dude
Finding Purpose In Your Brand with Jo Tuchener-Sharp Founder of Scamp & Dude In this episode of the Resilient Retail Game Plan, I interview Jo Tuchener-Sharp, the founder of Scamp and Dude, a purpose-led fashion brand transforming the world of fashion into a force for good. Jo shares her moving story from working in PR […]
Mastering Retail Profit Margins with Catherine Erdly
Understanding Retail Profit Margins: The Foundation of a Successful Retail Business Today we are diving deep into the critical topic of profit margins and their importance in maintaining a profitable, sustainable and abundant retail business. I’m sharing examples from my retail industry experience to break down how to calculate profit margins, common mistakes to […]
Secrets to Successful Amazon Selling with Vicki Weinberg
Secrets to Successful Amazon Selling with Vicki Weinberg In this episode of the Resilient Retail Game Plan, I’m joined by Amazon selling expert Vicky Weinberg. We discuss Successful Amazon Selling how to make your products and brand stand out on Amazon, Vicky’s journey from a baby product brand owner to an Amazon consultant, and the […]
Clearing Slow Stock Without Damaging Your Brand with Catherine Erdly
Clearing Slow Stock Without Damaging Your Brand In this episode of the Resilient Retail Game Plan, I’m addressing one of the most requested topics from my audience: how to clear slow stock without damaging your brand. We’ll explore what makes a discounting strategy harmful to your brand, and why it’s crucial to avoid blanket discounts […]
Routines Of Highly Successful Retailers with Catherine Erdly
The Power of Routines: Key Habits of Highly Successful Retailers Today we are delving into the routines and habits that highly successful retailers adopt to thrive. I’m breaking down essential routines—from daily to yearly planning—that help businesses stay proactive and in control. I discuss the importance of structure, focusing on critical tasks first, and regularly […]
Crafting Creative Christmas Content with Alice Loveday
Making Christmas Content Fun: Tips for Product Businesses with Alice Loveday Today I’m joined by Alice Loveday, founder of Loveday Social, to discuss how small businesses can create fun and engaging Christmas content. We emphasize the importance of planning and starting early (we mean now, in the summer!) with a strategy that includes breaking […]
Stress-free Christmas Marketing for Retailers with Catherine Erdly
Stress-free Christmas Marketing for Retailers with Catherine Erdly In this episode, I’ll be sharing insights on how to prepare your Christmas marketing strategy efficiently. We’ve already covered strategies, handling burnout, product preparation, and more in previous episodes of this series. Today, I’ll guide you on creating a structured marketing plan, breaking down the 13-week period […]
Secrets to Creating Irresistible Christmas Products with Joanne Griffin
Creating Irresistible Christmas Products with Joanne Griffin Today I get to share expert tips on developing christmas products that your customers will eagerly buy for Christmas. I’m joined by Joanne Griffin, founder of Creative Flow Collective, as we discuss using customer research and trends to create standout christmas products. We emphasize the importance of market […]
How to Find Your Perfect Christmas Inventory
Christmas Inventory Today, we’re diving into your Christmas product strategy for 2024. I’ll guide you through analyzing last year’s sales data, identifying ‘hero’ products, planning your product range, setting your launch date, and making accurate sales projections. Whether you have years of Christmas sales data or are gearing up for your first holiday season, this […]
Christmas in July: Thriving Through the Christmas Season with Mike Cole
Christmas Season with Mike Cole Today I’m joined by business coach Mike Cole to discuss effective strategies for preparing for the Christmas season. We talk about the importance of setting realistic plans, identifying non-negotiables, and avoiding the pitfalls of ‘happy path’ planning. Mike shares insights on capacity planning, business continuity planning, and the importance of […]
Christmas Strategy in July: Why Now is the Time to Plan Your Strategy
Plan Your Christmas Strategy Today we are kicking off a six-part series on preparing christmas strategy for the crucial time of year for retailers, Christmas. In this episode, I explain why now is the perfect time to start planning and share insights on setting goals, reviewing past performance, and strategizing for the upcoming holiday season. […]
