The Footwear Retailer
The Footwear Retailer
Podcast Description
Running a footwear store isn’t easy—you’re juggling inventory, managing staff, keeping customers happy, and trying to stay profitable. The Footwear Retailer Podcast is here to help you simplify the chaos, grow a business you love, and step confidently into your role as a leader.Hosted by Pete Mohr—a seasoned footwear retailer, business coach, and proud owner of two Shoetopia stores in Canada—this biweekly podcast delivers actionable strategies and inspiring stories from industry experts, successful retailers, and next-generation leaders.From inventory headaches to team dynamics, from profit margins to leadership growth, every episode is packed with practical insights you can act on right away.Whether you're navigating daily frustrations or preparing for long-term success, this podcast is your guide to building a thriving footwear business that doesn’t just survive—it thrives.Because at the end of the day, “You own your business, it shouldn’t own you!”Subscribe now and take your next step toward clarity, growth, and freedom
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on key themes such as business growth strategies, inventory management, customer experience, leadership development, and employee empowerment. Episodes examine industry-specific challenges, such as a recent episode featuring Mark Denkler discussing networking opportunities for independent retailers, and techniques for enhancing sales culture with experts like Bob Negen, emphasizing the importance of a customer-first approach.
Running a footwear store isn’t easy—you’re juggling inventory, managing staff, keeping customers happy, and trying to stay profitable. The Footwear Retailer Podcast is here to help you simplify the chaos, grow a business you love, and step confidently into your role as a leader.
Hosted by Pete Mohr—a seasoned footwear retailer, business coach, and proud owner of two Shoetopia stores in Canada—this biweekly podcast delivers actionable strategies and inspiring stories from industry experts, successful retailers, and next-generation leaders.
From inventory headaches to team dynamics, from profit margins to leadership growth, every episode is packed with practical insights you can act on right away.
Whether you’re navigating daily frustrations or preparing for long-term success, this podcast is your guide to building a thriving footwear business that doesn’t just survive—it thrives.
Because at the end of the day, “You own your business, it shouldn’t own you!”
Subscribe now and take your next step toward clarity, growth, and freedom
Letting go of a longtime team member is one of the toughest leadership challenges a business owner will ever face. In this episode, Pete Mohr explains why misalignment happens, how to recognize it, and the respectful steps you can take to transition employees without breaking culture or trust.
You’ll discover a 5-step framework for releasing employees gracefully:
→ Acknowledge misalignment
→ Communicate with honesty and empathy
→ Offer support during the transition
→ Plan a smooth handoff for your team
→ Realign and inspire the future
This episode will leave you with the clarity and courage to make tough calls while protecting both your business and your people.
Connect with Pete Mohr:
Website: simplifyingentrepreneurship.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/petemohr
Podcast: thefootwearretailer.com
PLUS: Whenever you're ready, here are 3 ways I can help you move from the Operator’s seat to the Owner’s seat in your business:
1. Take the Value Builder Assessment to better understand the areas of your business that add the most value to your business – Click Here
2. Uncover your Kolbe. Whether just for you, or for your full team, better understand leadership strengths and ways you can advance your People – Click Here.
3. Listen my other podcast Business Owner Breakthrough podcast as well for quick tools and tips – Click Here
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