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Retail Level Up

Retail Level Up

By MICKEY QUINN

Tips, best practices, and inspiration for those who work in retail or any customer-facing industry. Be the best you can be! It's time to Level Up!
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Retail Level UpAug 17, 2022

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Crush Your Goals: A Coach's Guide to Sticking With It!

Crush Your Goals: A Coach's Guide to Sticking With It!

Want to make this be the year you stick with your goals and make them happen? Listen to t his episode to get the Top Tips on how to do it! Be sure to visit our website at https://retaillevelup.com/ #RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey #2024goals

Jan 24, 202406:39
Be Authentically YOU!

Be Authentically YOU!

Just because an opportunity comes your way that would bring you additional income, it isn't necessarily something you should do. If the premise doesn't match up with who you are, and what you stand for, no matter how much money it may make you, it's probably not worth doing. You represent a brand, and that brand is YOU! Make sure that whatever you are deciding to get involved with matches up with what you stand for as your own personal brand. #RetailLevelUp #PersonalBranding #authentic Thank you for watching! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com

Jan 05, 202405:46
Eat the Frog! (Do the Tough Stuff First)

Eat the Frog! (Do the Tough Stuff First)

Set your goals. X Check! Break your goals down into smaller action steps. X Check! Make your To Do list. X Check! Do the stuff on your list. Well, kinda, sorta. If you find yourself avoiding certain tasks and moving them from one To Do list to another, and then another, the tips in this video will help you so much! Be sure to visit our website at https://retaillevelup.com/ #RetailLevelUp #goals2024 #goals #MomentWithMickey #podcast

Dec 20, 202303:11
Triumph Over Challenges: Real Stories of Retail Successes, Big & Small

Triumph Over Challenges: Real Stories of Retail Successes, Big & Small

Every success story begins with a challenge. It is the hurdles, setbacks, and trials that often pave the way for extraordinary achievements. In this video we will explore the stories of 3, giant brands that achieved success, and 2 smaller ones that also achieved greatness. Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at https://retaillevelup.com/ #RetailLevelUp #goals #MomentWithMickey #success

Dec 13, 202309:13
Fixed vs, Open Mindset - Moment With Mickey

Fixed vs, Open Mindset - Moment With Mickey

Do you have a fixed or an open mindset? What's the difference? Or better yet, why should you care? If you want to do, be, and have more, you need to understand the difference between these mindsets, and determine which mindset you have. It's all in how you choose to respond to situations and events. When you have an open mindset, you will be able to look for solutions, rather than dwelling on the problems. Be sure to visit our website at https://retaillevelup.com/. Sign up for our email subscription and schedule your very own initial consultation! #retaillevelup #MomentWithMickey #mindset

Dec 06, 202306:54
Top 5 Business Tips for Finishing the Year Strong

Top 5 Business Tips for Finishing the Year Strong

There is still time to finish the year strong! Use the top 5 tips to help you make the most of these last few weeks of the calendar year and set yourself up for success for the New Year! Thank you for watching! Be sure to visit our website at https://retaillevelup.com/ #RetailLevelUp #momentwithmickey #2023goals #2024goals #finishstrong

Nov 29, 202305:03
Decisions, Actions, and Achieving Your Goals

Decisions, Actions, and Achieving Your Goals

So many people struggle with decision-making and executing plans. Learn the best tips on how to make decisions, take action, and achieve your goals. Thank you for watching! Be sure to visit our website at https://retaillevelup.com/ #RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey #success

Nov 15, 202308:23
Get Up & Get Going!

Get Up & Get Going!

The most essential secret to achieving your goals is to start, even before your are ready! Preparation is great, but you won't achieve anything until you begin! Thank you for watching! Be sure to visit our website at https://retaillevelup.com/ #RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey #success #goals #coaching

Nov 01, 202304:35
The Hidden Costs of Employee Turnover (and the Strategies to Fix It!)

The Hidden Costs of Employee Turnover (and the Strategies to Fix It!)

High employee turnover is more than an inconvenience of having to fill open positions and covering shifts. It can be the unseen iceberg lurking below the surface, capable of sinking your business! The costs of recruiting, employment ads, and the double staffing coverage for training new hires are easy to see on your P&L. But there are even greater costs to your business that are not as easy to see, that can have a much longer and negative impact on your business. Learn the strategies to combat high employee turnover. Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at https://retaillevelup.com/ Long live brick and mortar!! Special Offer: https://www.retaillevelup.co/special-offer #RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey #EmployeeRetentionStrategies

Oct 25, 202309:41
How to Finish 2023 Strong! - Top 4 Tips

How to Finish 2023 Strong! - Top 4 Tips

Those goals you set 9 months ago seemed entirely doable back then. How are you feeling now? There is still time to make them happen! Learn 4 key inside tips that will help you see immediate results! These effective solutions will help with retail operations and goal achievement. The final 3 months of the calendar year are critical in the retail industry. Use these proven strategies and get more done in the next 12 weeks than most people achieve in 12 months! Don't throw in that towel yet! And if you really want to improve your odds of success, having a retail coach can make all the difference. Click on this link to grab your FREE special offer while it lasts: https://www.retaillevelup.co/special-offer #RetailLevelUp #momentwithmickey #success #podcast

Oct 11, 202304:55
Good to Great!

Good to Great!

Good is good, but great is better! There is always something you can learn that will help you improve your business, your career, and your life. And if you want to make rapid improvement, get yourself a coach! Thank you for watching! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com #RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey #GoodToGreat

Oct 04, 202304:28
Persistence and Determination - Keep Going!

Persistence and Determination - Keep Going!

There will always be obstacles that get in your way, whether in business, or in your personal life. These obstacles may be small, more inconveniences than show-stoppers, or they may be big, challenging situations that seem insurmountable. Either way, it is how you react and respond to the obstacles that makes all the difference. Don't let the idea of quitting stop you. It takes persistence and determination, but if you keep at it, chances are good you will find a way! Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com #RetailLevelUp #persistence #determination #MomentWithMickey

Sep 27, 202306:39
You Said "Tomorrow" Yesterday - How to Break the Procrastination Habit

You Said "Tomorrow" Yesterday - How to Break the Procrastination Habit

If you know you should be doing more of the stuff that's really going to help you achieve success, but are struggling with procrastination, watch this video! Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com #RetailLevelUp #success #goals

Sep 20, 202306:32
Seizing Opportunities: How to Be Prepared for Success

Seizing Opportunities: How to Be Prepared for Success

Opportunities often present themselves when we least expect them. The key to achieving success in both personal and professional life is being ready to seize these opportunities when they come. Preparedness is the secret sauce that turns potential into reality. Learn the key tips on how to be prepared to seize opportunities. Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com

#RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey #opportunities #success

Sep 13, 202306:29
Impossible Becomes Possible by Using "What If"

Impossible Becomes Possible by Using "What If"

When reaching for a goal that is much bigger or different than anything you've achieved in the past, your first thought might be "Well that's impossible!". Even though there are many people, just like you, who have achieved very similar goals, you don't know how to do it so it may seem impossible. The trick is to first imagine "What if..." before you attempt to figure out the "How". Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com #RetailLevelUp #leadership #coaching #entrepreneur #itcanbedone #success #momentwithmickey #goals

Aug 30, 202303:06
Interview with Debbie Heiser of Lead Your Lit Up Life

Interview with Debbie Heiser of Lead Your Lit Up Life

Special guest: Debbie Heiser, founder/CEO of Lead Your Lit Up Life. Debbie shares her background, how she got into the line of work she is doing now (Business Coach), and many tips on how our brains work that can help you discover what may be holding you back from achieving all you want to achieve. Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com #retaillevelup #MomentWithMickey #entrepreneur #success

Aug 23, 202337:31
Believe In Yourself!

Believe In Yourself!

Hear the story of how Retail Level Up's founder, Mickey Quinn, got her start in Retail and what she believes it takes to be successful. Mickey co-authored the book How To Break The Glass Ceiling And Still Keep It Nice. This video was from the book launch and book signing event that took place in Orlando, Florida on July 21st, 2023. Thank you for watching! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!! #RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey

Aug 16, 202302:06
Remote Work Revolution: Analyzing the Pros & Cons

Remote Work Revolution: Analyzing the Pros & Cons

The debate is on! Should employers allow remote work, or, are they demanding butts-in-chairs at the office? There are pros and cons of both. Listen to this podcast episode to learn what you need to be aware of, whichever way you decide to structure your strategy. Thank you for watching! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com #RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey

Aug 09, 202311:38
5 Emotional Phases of Change - Part 2 of 2

5 Emotional Phases of Change - Part 2 of 2

Listen to the prior episode (Your WHY - part 1 of 2) before this one. So once you have identified your goal, and you've been trying to achieve it, are you finding yourself stuck in the Valley of Despair? Then you need to learn the secret solution that helps people get out of their own way and on to success and fulfillment! Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com #RetailLevelUp #momentwithmickey #success #coach

Jul 26, 202302:30
5 Emotional Phases of Change (Part 1 of 2)

5 Emotional Phases of Change (Part 1 of 2)

Whenever you are making a change, you go through 5 emotional phases. But unfortunately, a lot of people get stuck in phase 3, and then they quit. In fact some people go through phases 1 thru 3 over, and over, and over again!


Learn a key that will help you make it thru all the phases until you reach your goal.


Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website www.RetailLevelUp.com


#RetailLevelUp #podcast #MomentWithMickey #change

Jul 19, 202302:22
Goal Getting

Goal Getting

Deciding what you want is of course an important first step. But knowing what you want, and even knowing what you need to do to get it, is very different from actually taking the action to make it happen. Learn the steps to getting your goals achieved in this Moment With Mickey. Thank you for watching! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com #RetailLevelUp #GoalGetting #momentwithmickey #success

Jul 12, 202304:14
Solving the Problem of Turnover

Solving the Problem of Turnover

Turnover has always been a challenge in the world of Retail, but lately it has become a major issue for just about every business and type of industry. The strategies and methods that were successful at reducing turnover in the past are not working today. Learn the best strategy to create an environment where employees want to stay! Thank you for listen ing! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com #RetailLevelUp #turnover #retention #MomentWithMickey #GreatPlaceToWork

Jul 05, 202307:19
Mastering Selectivity at Work: Guarding Your Time, Energy, and Attention

Mastering Selectivity at Work: Guarding Your Time, Energy, and Attention

Juggling so many tasks, requests, and projects is challenging. Learn these 7 strategies for how to determine what truly deserves your time so you can maximize your efectiveness. Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com #RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey

Jun 21, 202307:23
Mastering the Art of Saying "No" - A Guide to Protecting Your Time

Mastering the Art of Saying "No" - A Guide to Protecting Your Time

Your time is an invaluable resource. Learning how to say "no" gracefully and assertively is a crucial skill that will allow you to protect your time. Learn the 7 steps to mastering the art of saying "no" in this Moment with Mickey video. Thank you for watching! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com #RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey

Jun 14, 202307:52
YES! (How I got invited to co-author a book!)

YES! (How I got invited to co-author a book!)

In order to get different results, you have to do different things, and that may include saying "YES" to something that feels scary. Feel the fear, take action anyway! Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com #RetailLevelUp #momentwithmickey #personalgrowth

Jun 07, 202305:14
TRY!

TRY!

We all know how important it is to focus on positive thoughts, rather than negative ones. But there is a middle ground between the positive and the negative that can be just as troubling as the negative, and that is TRY. Learn the best way to the negative, as well as the slippery slope of try, in this Moment With Mickey! Thank you for watching! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com #RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey #success #personalgrowth

May 31, 202304:04
Embrace the Journey: Difficulty to Ease

Embrace the Journey: Difficulty to Ease

Everything is difficult at first. It's part of the process. But when you keep going, keep trying, and you persevere, things become easier. Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com! #RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey #PersonalGrowth #business

May 24, 202306:01
Reinventing Yourself

Reinventing Yourself

There are often times in your career when you find yourself starting over. This may be your choice, or due to outside factors. Whatever the reason, before you take even the first step towards something new, there is an important way to approach this turning point. Learn what that is in this video. Thank you for watching! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com

#RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey #entrepreneur #personalgrowth

May 17, 202305:21
LUCK (Key Habits of Successful Companies)

LUCK (Key Habits of Successful Companies)

It may seem that some companies have more luck than others. But luck is not some magical force that shows up for some and not others. The most successful companies practice these key habits which help them have better and more consistent results. Thank you for watching! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com #RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey #success

May 10, 202305:28
Are You Growing or Dying?
Apr 26, 202305:26
How to Future-Proof Your Career or Business

How to Future-Proof Your Career or Business

In this ever changing world, if you aren't taking action to future-proof your career or your business, you could get left behind! Doesn't matter if you are just starting out, mid-way through, or on the tail end of your career, taking action now is critical! Learn the top tips on how to future-proof yourself. Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com #RetailLevelUp #future #momentwithmickey

Apr 05, 202305:17
Take Back Control of Your Day

Take Back Control of Your Day

Managing your time effectively is an essential skill for anyone in business. Learn 6 simple but powerful steps to help you take back control of your day! Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com #RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey

Mar 29, 202303:14
Professional Courage

Professional Courage

Do you have what it takes to be a leader? Making difficult decisions is the #1 job of a leader.  

Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com

 #RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey #entrepreneur #leadership

Mar 15, 202304:43
Drop Out of the "Isn't It Awful" Club!

Drop Out of the "Isn't It Awful" Club!

It's easy to see flaws, to see the bad stuff, to find things to complain about. It's also just as easy to find the good, see the positive, and find things for which you are grateful.  

When you find yourself thinking negatively, use this tip on how to turn things around.

#RetailLevelUp #positivity #podcast 

Mar 08, 202305:19
Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable

Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable

We all want to feel comfortable and safe, but in order to reach our full potential, we must step outside of our comfort zone.  

Everything worthwhile takes time, practice, and hard work. At first, anything we attempt that is new to us, is going to feel uncomfortable. But over time, it gets easier. Once it's easy, we must look for what's next, what's new, where do we need to Level Up our skills now?!  

Thank you for watching! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com

#RetailLevelUp #podcast 

Feb 15, 202304:17
Kick the Procrastination Habit!

Kick the Procrastination Habit!

You know those pesky little tasks that you keep putting off to do later. They are easy to do, until they become hard to do.  

Follow these 4 easy steps to help you kick the procrastination habit and you will be so much happier and productive!  

Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com  

#RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey #procrastination #podcast 

Feb 08, 202307:41
What Are You Doing?
Feb 01, 202305:42
Attitude Is Everything!
Jan 25, 202305:57
The Secret to Making a Change

The Secret to Making a Change

You may know what want, and you may even know the steps you need to take to achieve your goal, but for some reason, you just can't seem to make it happen. 

Why is that?  It's because change is hard. 

We don't set out to sabotage ourselves, but the way our brains are hardwired to avoid change, it can be very challenging to achieve anything new or different. Learn how to overcome this obstacle in this video. 

Thank you for watching! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com

#RetailLevelUp #MomentWithMickey #Change #2023Goals 

Jan 18, 202304:22
What Would You Do If You Knew You Could Not Fail?

What Would You Do If You Knew You Could Not Fail?

There are endless possibilities! But we often "reason" ourselves right out of even trying to do the things we are really interested in because we are afraid, or we doubt our abilities, or we're just too comfortable the way things are.

The time to take action is now! Don't wait for the timing to be perfect. Don't wait until you are SURE of the path. Do it now!

Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website www.RetailLevelUp.com and sign-up to receive our newsletters.

#RetailLevelUp #podcast 

Jan 11, 202305:43
Busy vs. Productive

Busy vs. Productive

Who's busy? Everyone! There is never a lack of things that need to be done.

But how good are you at choosing what you spend your time on?  Getting good at prioritizing is the key to success in achieving your goals.  

Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com

#RetailLevelUp #podcast 

Dec 21, 202203:55
Focus On What's Possible

Focus On What's Possible

Whatever you focus on, that's what you attract into your life. When faced with a challenge, do you focus on all of the obstacles in your way? Or, do you focus instead on finding solutions?  

Start thinking how you CAN, instead of CAN'T.  

Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com 

#RetailLevelUp #coaching

Dec 14, 202204:55
Plan NOW!

Plan NOW!

Now is the time to form your plan for the coming year! There's only a few weeks left!

Don't wait until the New Year is here! Take the time to prepare now!

Thank you for listening! Visit our website RetailLevelUp.com

#RetailLevelUp #podcast #MomentWithMickey 

Dec 07, 202204:55
Consistent vs. Persistent

Consistent vs. Persistent

Consistent vs Persistent. Similar, but you need both qualities in order to reach your goals.

Most people need some help staying consistent, and being persistent, especially when challenges, obstacles, and distractions get in the way. But, you don't have to struggle all on your own. Having a coach helps!  

#RetailLevelUp #coaching #MomentWithMickey  

Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com

Nov 16, 202204:43
Your Comfort Zone (Is Holding You Back!)

Your Comfort Zone (Is Holding You Back!)

If you aren't uncomfortable, you're not changing enough!  Change is hard, it's uncomfortable. But it is exactly that discomfort that we need in order to grow to our fullest potential  

Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com

#RetailLevelUp #podcast 

Nov 09, 202204:58
It's Risky Either Way (But Having a Coach Helps Reduce the Risk!)

It's Risky Either Way (But Having a Coach Helps Reduce the Risk!)

Business, and life, are risky! But having a coach reduces the risk! 

Find out about what it's like having a coach in this episode.

Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com

#RetailLevelUp #coach #podcast 

Nov 02, 202206:10
Your Goals (There's Still Time!)
Oct 26, 202206:15
Build, Organize, and Nurture Your Network

Build, Organize, and Nurture Your Network

You go to a networking event, you walk out with a bunch of business cards (or v-cards). Then what?

Having people in your contacts list is great, but what do you do with that information?  Learn some simple steps in this episode you can start using immediately to leverage your list of contacts into a viable and powerful network of meaningful connections and relationships.  

Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com


#RetailLevelUp #podcast 

Oct 19, 202208:41
Know Your Numbers!

Know Your Numbers!

Ever watch Shark Tank? Then you know what it is like when a business owner makes a pitch and they don't know their numbers: the sharks are ruthless! They have no patience for it. And that is with good reason.  Listen to this episode to learn more about which numbers you need to know and how to get help. 

Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com

Oct 12, 202207:25
Shift In Perspective

Shift In Perspective

It's just a tiny shift of perspective, but oh, what a difference it can make!  

Thank you for listening! 

Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com  

#retaillevelup #momentwithmickey

Oct 05, 202204:40