The Gray Cat Blog

Change has been with us throughout time, but the worldwide pandemic seemed to put change on hyperdrive.  Every timeline became compressed and long-term trends seemingly happened overnight.  It was and...

Proactive networking is critical to stay top-of-mind.

Here is a short clip where I discuss this topic.

Sometimes you need to make the quantum leap and go all the way there. 

I am living proof that by using LinkedIn, you can create a broader network of working professionals to foster relationships with and begin to build up an impenetrable circle of contacts that are exclu...

Congratulations on the opening of your new retail store! 

You have worked hard to make your store a reality–-now it is time to introduce your store to the all-important three-mile trade area surround...

Most store owners build their stores, hire friendly staff, unlock the doors, and wait for the world to come in. It’s easy to get excited about your new business when your store first becomes visible t...

Afraid to look around the corner??

Merchandising is a critical aspect of how "shoppable" a store will be. Conceal or confuse the customer with your merchandising and it won't matter if you carry the top brands, the customer will become...

There is an insightful quote from John Harvey-Jones, an English Businessman that says: 

“The nice thing about not planning is that failure comes as a complete surprise rather than being preceded by ...

Ever wonder what Gray Cat does?

Here is a short clip from a recent podcast, Burn the Ship, describing that topic.

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Recently, I appeared on a podcast hosted by John Lofstock where we discussed a myriad of topics including micromanagement and leadership.

Here is a short clip discussing this subject.

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