#014: Building a Team That “Gets” Your Vision

In Part 5 of the Top 7 Money Makers in 2025 series, RETAILMavens founder Cathy explores the transformative power of building a team that aligns with your vision. She is joined by Holly Floyd, a former retailer who successfully sold her business after 20 years. Holly shares how empowering her team and creating a shared vision turned her store into a thriving, collaborative space. Whether you're just starting to build a team or looking to deepen your team's alignment with your goals, this episode is packed with actionable insights.

What You’ll Learn:

• The importance of sharing your vision with your team.
• How delegation and empowerment create a more collaborative workplace.
• Why focusing on your strengths allows you to lead effectively.

Key Takeaways:

• [03:10] Holly’s journey: Running a yarn store for 20 years and transitioning to retirement.
• [06:00] The game-changing impact of regular team meetings.
• [07:15] Delegating tasks to team members based on their strengths.

Resources Mentioned:

• Ready to join the Millie Club? If you’re already at multiple 6 figures and ready to scale up past 7 figures, watch our free class: 3 Steps to Maximize Profit & Reduce Overwhelm. 
• If you’re not there just yet, watch: How to Increase Your Sales So You Can Consistently Pay Yourself & Your Staff. Together, we'll help you build the profitable, sustainable business you've always dreamed of – one that lets you sleep better at night knowing your retail dreams are becoming reality.
• Thinking about Life After Retail? Check out this free class to help you decide when it's the right time.
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• Join the community with ambitious store owners in our Richer Retailer Facebook Group

Your Millie Moment:

• Take time to write down your store’s vision, what do you stand for? Share it with your team.
• Identify tasks that can be delegated to team members and assign them based on their strengths.
• Schedule regular team meetings to foster communication and collaboration.
• Share this episode with a fellow store owner who could benefit from team-building insights.

Action Steps:

1. Never miss an episode, subscribe to The Richer Retailer on your favorite podcast platform.
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3. Connect with ambitious store owners in the Richer Retailer Facebook Group.

Together, let’s create teams that not only share your vision but inspire you every day to make that vision a reality.