06. The Real Key to Retail Success: Why Grit Beats Glamour Every Time

21/10/2025 15 min Episodio 6
06. The Real Key to Retail Success: Why Grit Beats Glamour Every Time

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Retail might look glamorous on Instagram — those Target shelfies and Costco launches make it seem effortless but the truth? It’s 5% glam, 95% grit.In this episode, Kristin pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to make it in retail. From late-night calls with overseas teams to air-freighting product at the cost of your margins, she’s breaking down the five elements of grit that separate retail dreamers from retail winners.You’ll learn:Why “build your breakout brand in six simple steps” is total BSThe five types of grit every brand needs to survive and thrive in retailHow to stress-test your systems, anticipate problems, and build true retail enduranceThe mindset shift that will keep you going when things get messyIf you’re serious about breaking into big-box stores or scaling your DTC brand without burning out, this episode will give you the unfiltered truth and the action steps you actually need.🎧 Listen now to learn how to develop the grit that gets you on the shelf.Resources & Links 🎓 Ready to grow your retail business? Check out Kristin’s freebie → Get Retail Ready Course If this episode made you think "finally, someone who gets it"—you def need my Retailish newsletter in your life. 📲 Hang out with Kristin on Instagram → @kristinaengen

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