The people you surround yourself with constantly influence everything you do, from the clothing you wear to how you run your business to what beliefs you hold!  And while you can counteract some of this subconscious conditioning with your thoughts, it’s hard to do that if you don’t recognize the types of people you surround…

Every once in a while, I dive deep into vulnerability with an episode about something I’ve been experiencing. Why? Not because I want to! UGH. When I do, it’s actually incredibly uncomfortable.  But I do it because I can relate to so many of you and what you might experience. I do it because I’m…

After several years of attending AmericasMart in Atlanta, I was thrilled to attend a new-to-me wholesale market: Las Vegas Market!  We had so much fun seeing how Las Vegas Market compares to AmericasMart, connecting with vendors, and meeting up with members of Master Shopkeepers. Read on for what I learned at Las Vegas Market, my…

Anne was set to take over her father’s consulting business when he retired. But another idea nagged at her: opening, running, and scaling a retail store.  Anne’s dream took off quickly, with her first location turning a profit in her second year of business and her second location opening soon after. While growing Peachtree Street,…

Joining a business mastermind is both rewarding and intimidating, especially if you’ve never participated in one before!  If you’re considering a retail business mastermind program like Master Shopkeepers, read on to learn why they’re so valuable and what you should consider before joining.  What is a Business Mastermind? Simply put, a mastermind is a small…

You’ve probably heard the term SEO before, but understanding what it means, why it’s essential, and how to implement it can be challenging!  Read on to learn how to get more potential customers to visit your retail store’s website with these six powerful and simple search engine optimization fields.  What is SEO? SEO stands for…