In Part 4 of our Why We Buy Summer Book Club series, host Patrick Keiser digs into a powerful truth from Paco Underhill’s retail research: the more comfortable customers feel in your store, the longer they’ll stay — and the more they’ll spend.
This episode explores how comfort influences customer behavior and sales, from reducing congestion to providing seating and shopping baskets. Patrick unpacks real-world insights on the dreaded “butt-brush effect,” personal space, traffic flow, and how creating thoughtful, relaxed environments can turn browsers into buyers. You’ll hear stories, stats, and strategies to help you rethink the way your store is laid out and how customers experience it.
✅ In this episode:
Whether you’re running a gift shop, clothing boutique, or general store, this episode will help you see your store through your customers’ eyes — and make their experience better, easier, and more profitable.
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Keywords: Why We Buy, Paco Underhill, retail comfort, store layout tips, customer experience, butt brush effect, Main Street retail, retail strategy, shop local, small business sales tips, Heart on Main Street, Main Street Matters podcast
