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Send us a textAI is transforming retail at an unprecedented pace, and in this episode of Retail Leadership with Steve Worthy, we explore what leaders need to know now. From sneaker culture to digital…

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Send us a textAI is transforming retail at an unprecedented pace, and in this episode of Retail Leadership with Steve Worthy, we explore what leaders need to know now. From sneaker culture to digital transformation, Jenna Flatman Posner shares how her background as an elite athlete shaped her approach to leadership, strategy, and Innovation. We break down AI’s real impact in retail—cutting through the hype to reveal practical applications, branding challenges, and the evolving balance between human expertise and automation. Discover how AI is reshaping customer experiences, store operati…

Send us a textWhen Retail Stops Growing You, What’s Next?No one tells you what happens when you outgrow your company.You hit every metric, you do everything right, and yet the Growth stops. Your com…

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Send us a textWhen Retail Stops Growing You, What’s Next?No one tells you what happens when you outgrow your company.You hit every metric, you do everything right, and yet the growth stops. Your company still expects results, but they’re not developing you. They’re not stretching you. And if you’re being honest, you’re starting to feel it.The hard truth? Most senior leaders won’t admit when they’ve hit this wall. They keep showing up, running the same play, hoping something shifts. But real leadership isn’t just about surviving in a system that stopped Investing in you, it’s …

Send us a textRetail leaders talk about innovation, but are they solving the right problems? Too often, companies chase the latest trends—AI, automation, new products—without stepping back to ask:…

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Send us a textRetail leaders talk about innovation, but are they solving the right problems? Too often, companies chase the latest trends—AI, automation, new products—without stepping back to ask: What actually drives transformation?In this episode of Retail Leadership with Steve Worthy, we sit down with Matt Mueller, innovation strategist and author of The Mindful Innovator, to discuss his upcoming Campus Masterclass: Master the Future of Leadership – Strategies for Lasting Transformation.We break down: The biggest mistake retail leaders make when approaching innovation.Why most compan…

Send us a textRetail is more complicated than it needs to be, and in this episode of Retail Leadership with Steve Worthy, we cut through the noise with Walter Holbrook, a seasoned retail executive wit…

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Send us a textRetail is more complicated than it needs to be, and in this episode of Retail Leadership with Steve Worthy, we cut through the noise with Walter Holbrook, a seasoned retail executive with over 60 years of experience—from stockroom to boardroom. Walter shares the hard truths about leadership, execution, and why common sense is missing in today’s retail landscape. He challenges leaders to rethink how they approach hiring, communication, and operational execution, emphasizing the need for honesty, grit, and a willingness to embrace friction as a path to improvement. From stock…

In today's episode, titled "HQ vs. Store: Bridging the Divide," we finish our two-part series - Everything Works at HQ!What can HQ learn from stores?Why is developing a common language between HQ…

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In today's episode, titled "HQ vs. Store: Bridging the Divide," we finish our two-part series - Everything Works at HQ!What can HQ learn from stores?Why is developing a common language between HQ and stores crucial for successful communication and relationship-building?What strategies can stores implement to better listen and execute the corporate strategy delivered by HQ?We're going to explore the critical need for building a shared vision between your retail stores and corporate headquarters. The secret lies with effective communication and alignment. Central to our discussion wil…

US vs THEM! This battle in retail has been in existence since Retail began. US - Stores vs THEM - Home Office. Why can’t they see eye to eye? What has hindered these two teams from establishing …

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US vs THEM! This battle in retail has been in existence since Retail began. US - Stores vs THEM - Home Office. Why can’t they see eye to eye? What has hindered these two teams from establishing a mutually beneficial and successful relationship?This two-part series - Everything Works at HQ.  Part one titled “What HQ can learn from Stores”, is a candid exploration of the oft-overlooked Wisdom that our stores hold for corporate headquarters. The goal is to bridge the gap between corporate strategies and the challenges our store teams face daily.I’ll unpack a crucial dialogue on the d…

Pick up your book: The Retail Leader's Roadmap! HERE!What's up, my friend? You're in for a real treat with this episode featuring Brian. We're going deep into the nitty gritty deta…

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Pick up your book: The Retail Leader's Roadmap! HERE!What's up, my friend? You're in for a real treat with this episode featuring Brian. We're going deep into the nitty gritty details of his proven blueprint for accelerating your career growth as a retail leader.Right off the bat, Brian opens up about the profound influence his father had on instilling that insatiable drive to outwork, outlearn, and outlead everyone around him. The dude exudes an unwavering determination that's truly contagious.He breaks down the strategic planning process that allowed him to systemati…

Meet Kimberly Lee Minor, a dynamic force in retail leadership with over 25 years of industry experience. She's held pivotal roles in renowned organizations like Footlocker Global, London Fog, and…

Meet Kimberly Lee Mi…

Meet Kimberly Lee Minor, a dynamic force in retail leadership with over 25 years of industry experience. She's held pivotal roles in renowned organizations like Footlocker Global, London Fog, and Bath & Body Works. Currently serving as CEO of Bumbershoot, LLC, Kimberly's expertise lies in providing cultural and market insights for inclusive, equitable, and diverse representation across brand, content, product, and customer experience.Kimberly's passion extends beyond business success. She's the founder of the Women of Color Retail Alliance (WOCRA), dedicated to closing …

Ready to revolutionize your retail leadership skills? Trust us, you don't want to miss this insightful discussion as we uncover seven transformative leadership lessons from the hit TV show, Ted L…

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Ready to revolutionize your retail leadership skills? Trust us, you don't want to miss this insightful discussion as we uncover seven transformative leadership lessons from the hit TV show, Ted Lasso. We promise that embracing these principles will not only elevate your impact on your team, but will also boost the profitability of your stores, and catapult your retail career to new heights.What if you could build a stronger rapport with your team by simply being seen? In this episode, we emphasize the importance of acknowledging your team members and sharing personal stories to foster a d…

Book A Call Are you ready to elevate your retail leadership skills to the next level? In today's episode, we're dissecting the crucial elements of successful leadership - time, support, and …

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Book A Call Are you ready to elevate your retail leadership skills to the next level? In today's episode, we're dissecting the crucial elements of successful leadership - time, support, and capacity. We'll guide you through five transformative areas to enhance your leadership prowess: amplify your retainability, decode feedback, craft a robust retention blueprint, bolster support, and become an irreplaceable asset to your team.We're also shining a spotlight on an innovative model, 'SMILE,' that has remarkably transformed my leadership journey. This concept encaps…

You've recently been promoted. You’re a new leader in a new market. Are you really ready for this major change?Listen in as we discuss the challenges and tips for new leaders in a new market, e…

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You've recently been promoted. You’re a new leader in a new market. Are you really ready for this major change?Listen in as we discuss the challenges and tips for new leaders in a new market, emphasizing the importance of assessing the market, understanding competition, building Relationships, simplifying communication, and creating a positive culture!Key Highlights:[01:45] It’s a big deal when you get promoted into another market.[03:01] Dealing with fear and imposter syndrome as a new leader in a new market[05:35] The assessment process starts well before you take over the market[07…

Here’s part two of our episode on Why Retail Leaders Get Promoted. We discuss the importance of strategic communication, authority, knowledge, and value articulation in advancing to the position of…

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Here’s part two of our episode on Why Retail Leaders Get Promoted. We discuss the importance of strategic communication, authority, knowledge, and value articulation in advancing to the position of retail leader. Stay tuned!Key Highlights:[03:23] Your communication needs to be strategic.[05:00] Building authority and knowledge is key to successful retail leadership[13:35] Who on your team would you take with you when starting a new business unit?[15:05] The lack of strategic communication can prevent you from getting promoted[20:19] Embrace a broader change and a broader perspective of what…