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The Retail Razor: Blade to Greatness!Why Great Leaders Embrace AI: April Sabral on Curiosity, Adaptability & TrustS2E1- How to Empower Your Leadership Skills with AIIn this Season 2 premiere of Blade to Greatness, hosts Ricardo Belmar & Casey Golden sit down with renowned leadership coach and author April Sabral to explore how AI is transforming leadership in retail. Far from replacing leaders, AI is exposing poor leadership behaviors while empowering those who lead with curiosity, adaptability, and transparency. April shares insights from her new book Positive Accountability for Teams and explains why the future isn’t AI vs. people — it’s AI plus people.What You’ll Learn in This...
2025-10-2813 min
Under the BrandCan AI Replace Retail Leaders? | What You Need To Know | Under the BrandIs AI taking over jobs?Join me for an honest conversation with April Sabral, a trailblazing retail leader, about AI’s role in the workplace.
2025-09-3031 min
FRONTLINE FRIDAYS with Ron ThurstonHow to Drive Accountability without Breaking Your TeamAccountability isn’t a tough talk; it’s a system. In this kickoff to Season 2, host Ron Thurston sits down with leadership expert and bestselling author April Sabral to explore what accountability really looks like on the shop floor. They discuss how to set clear expectations, check for understanding, and follow a nine-step framework that keeps progress visible without burning out. April also shares insights from her upcoming book Positive Accountability and a quick mindset reset exercise leaders can try right away.Watch on YouTube: https://www.y...
2025-09-2639 min
Relish This Uplifting Full Audiobook — Perfect In The Car.Positive Accountability for Teams by April SabralPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/246494to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Positive Accountability for Teams
Author: April Sabral
Format: mp3
Length: 2 hrs and 34 mins
Release date: 09-26-25
Ratings: Not rated yet
Genres: Career Success
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2025-09-262h 34
OFFBounds Retail83. April Sabral on Positive Retail Leadership: “If you don’t believe it, you won’t achieve it — and neither will your team.”In this episode of OFFBounds, Paula Macaggi sits down with retail leadership expert and author April Sabral to explore how positivity can transform teams, culture, and results. From her start as a 17-year-old sales associate to leading hundreds at Starbucks, Banana Republic, and David’s Tea, April shares lessons from three decades in retail leadership, including her ACT framework (Accept, Create, Teach), the $1M chocolate bar story, and insights from her upcoming book Positive Accountability. Packed with practical advice and inspiring stories, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to lead with purpose, empathy, and impact.
2025-08-1933 min
RETHINK RETAILRethink Retail: AI & Human Connection with Paula AngelucciOn this episode of Rethink Retail, host April Sabral takes us into the heart of retail innovation with special guest Paula Angelucci. Broadcasting live from New York City, April and Paula dive deep into the evolving role of AI in brick-and-mortar stores.
Paula brings her rich background working with Macy’s, Victoria’s Secret, and Burlington Stores, sharing how AI is not replacing, but empowering store associates to elevate customer experience.
Together, they explore practical ways leaders can introduce AI to their teams, transforming fear into opportunity and enhancing product knowledge.
Tune in for inspiring insights on leadership, the human conn...
2025-06-1914 min
RETHINK RETAILRedefining Grocery Self-Checkout: Insights from Diebold Nixdorf and IncisivIn this episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast, we explore the evolving landscape of self-checkout (SCO) in grocery with two industry leaders: Arvin Jawa, VP of Global Retail Strategy & Marketing at Diebold Nixdorf, and Girijesh Agarwal, Chief Strategy Officer at Incisiv. Hosted by RETHINK Retail Top Retail Expert April Sabral, the conversation dives into exclusive findings from the study "Delivering Success in Grocery", offering actionable insights for grocery retailers navigating automation, efficiency, and the balance between technology and the human touch.
🎧 Tune in to learn:
How leading retailers are adapting SCO for grocery’s unique challenges
What data-driven insights are trans...
2025-05-0823 min
Incurable PositivityWhy Most Resolutions Fail & How to Stick to Yours🎙 A Podcast for Positive Leaders Committed to Growth & ResilienceEpisode OverviewDid you know that 70% of people abandon their New Year’s resolutions by February 1st? It’s not because they don’t want change—it’s because of unrealistic goals, lack of planning, and failing to build sustainable habits. In this episode, we break down the top reasons resolutions fail and, more importantly, how YOU can beat the odds and stay on track.Join us as we discuss: ✅ The mindset shift that turns...
2025-02-0349 min
The Retail Razor: Blade to Greatness!The Negativity Detox - Retail Leadership with April SabralS1:E8 Cutting Out Negativity - Insights from April SabralIn this episode, hosts Ricardo Belmar and Casey Golden welcome April Sabral, founder of retailu.ca and author of 'The Positive Effect' and 'Incurable Positivity.' April shares her insights on the importance of maintaining a positive outlook in retail leadership. She discusses how to deal with negative news and conversations, emphasizing the importance of not getting enrolled in negativity and instead fostering productive and positive discussions. April provides practical advice for retail leaders on how to inspire their teams and achieve success even in...
2024-12-0409 min
The Retail Razor: Blade to Greatness!Retail Leadership: Crafting a Positive and Productive Culture with April SabralS1:E7 Cultivating Excellence: Positive Culture in Retail Leadership with April SabralHosts Ricardo & Casey speak with April Sabral, founder of retailu.ca & author of 'The Positive Effect' & 'Incurable Positivity.' With three decades of experience leading retail brands, April shares valuable insights on the significance of fostering a positive workplace culture & its impact on productivity & employee retention. She discusses the essential skills leaders need to inspire their teams & stresses the importance of leadership in developing a thriving organizational environment. Learn practical tips on creating a positive culture that motivates employees & improves business outcomes!
2024-12-0207 min
The Retail Razor: Blade to Greatness!April Sabral Reveals the Secret to Retail Leadership: A Positive MindsetS1:E3 The Power of a Positive Mindset in Retail Leadership with April SabralIn this episode of Retail Razor's 'Blade to Greatness,' hosts Ricardo Belmar and Casey Golden speak with April Sabral, founder of retailu.ca and author of 'The Positive Effect' and 'Incurable Positivity.' April shares her insights on the importance of maintaining a positive mindset in the retail industry. Highlighting her extensive experience with top brands and her transition to leadership coaching, she discusses how positivity can transform customer and employee experiences and drive business success. April emphasizes actionable strategies...
2024-11-1507 minIncurable PositivityLiving in the Moment for Entrepreneurial Success and Personal GrowthFeeling stuck because of negativity? Ever wondered how much your mindset impacts your day-to-day interactions, even with technology? Join me as I recount a striking experience with a senior client struggling with her computer due to negative energy. This moment became an eye-opener for my own social media challenges. By embracing self-awareness and gratitude, discover how transforming negativity into positive responses can drive both personal and professional growth, turning setbacks into golden opportunities.Balancing multiple professional identities can be a real challenge. Envision the power of embracing the "and" in our roles—like being both a coach an...
2024-08-3132 min
Retail Today with Bob Phibbs, The Retail DoctorThe Retail Refresh with Bob Phibbs: Special Guest April SabralBob Phibbs hosts April Sabral to discuss key retail challenges. Topics include: overcoming the stigma of retail careers, motivating employees, managing accountability, acquiring new customers, and balancing manager-employee relationships. The experts share practical tips for small business owners and retail managers on leadership, customer service, and driving sales. Includes Q&A addressing common retail management issues.
2024-08-2522 min
RETHINK RETAILCultivating Stronger Teams: Building Brands with the Human TouchThe human touch is vital in tech-driven retail! Matthew Adam Smith and April Sabral, Founder and CEO of RetailU, dissect the connection between people and stores, focusing on maintaining humanity in an age of technology and AI. Hear April's insights on the future of retail leadership, the impact of AI, and the essential role of people in building successful retail brands.
Key Insights:
- Human-Centered Leadership: Learn how RetailU teaches managers custom strategies to inspire, coach, and retain teams in various store types.
- Ongoing Support: Explore the importance of continuous coaching and how both online platforms and live workshops...
2024-08-0913 minIncurable PositivityFrom Stress to Success: Shifting Your Financial PerspectiveWhat if changing your mindset could transform your financial situation? Discover the profound impact of positive thinking on your relationship with money as Angie Costa and I, April Sabral, reflect on our first in-person meeting after six years of collaboration. Our discussion draws inspiration from a recent money-focused conference, revealing how intentional actions and a positive relationship with finances can lead to financial abundance. We share insights on the powerful role of self-talk and the importance of aligning financial goals with a positive mindset.Join us as we explore how positive thinking can rapidly shift your circumstances...
2024-06-0633 minIncurable PositivityIncurable Positivity: Transforming Challenges into Triumphs and JoyEver wonder how a simple shift in mindset can turn a day filled with challenges into a source of strength? Angie Costa joins me, April Sabral, in a heartwarming conversation about embracing "incurable positivity" and the profound impact it has on our lives. We share intimate stories of the days when everything seems misaligned and how consciously choosing our attitudes can transform our experiences from the inside out, even in the face of cosmic tumult or the weight of collective energies.This episode isn't just about big-picture thinking; it's also about the significance of those tiny, everyday...
2024-05-1429 minIncurable PositivityMastering Time: Cultivating a Mindset of Gratitude and PositivityEver find yourself racing against the clock, feeling like you're always a step behind? Join Angie Costa and myself, April Sabral, as we tackle the often-daunting task of time management and unearth the potent role mindset plays in taming those ticking hands. In a heartfelt discussion, we share our insights from a recent workshop, revealing the transformation that occurs when leaders shift their perspective on time. We examine the potent effects that this shift can have not just on individual productivity, but on the collective culture of an organization. By embracing a week envisioned with achievement and ease, we...
2024-04-1126 minIncurable PositivityTransforming Time: From Relentless Taskmaster to Benevolent AllyTime can be a relentless taskmaster or a benevolent guide, depending on how we engage with it. Join Angie Costa and me, April Sabral, as we unravel the emotional threads that tie us to the ticking clock in our latest podcast episode of Incurable Positivity. Together, we navigate the often stressful waters of time management and offer a fresh perspective that transforms time from a foe into an ally. As you tune in, expect to discover strategies to reshape your dialogue with time, turning it into a conversation as enriching as those with a trusted collaborator or dear friend...
2024-03-1427 minIncurable PositivityUnleashing Incurable Positivity: The Flywheel MethodEver feel like you're just one step away from turning those life challenges into stepping stones? Join Angie Costa and myself, April Sabral, as we unveil the secrets to unwavering positivity that we've poured into our award-winning book, "Incurable Positivity." Together, we dissect the discipline and self-awareness needed to swap out those negative reflexes for constructive actions. With real, practical advice, we draw from personal triumphs and trials to show you how to master the mental game in work, life, and love.Imagine peeling back the tough layers of an artichoke, a metaphor for the mindful consumption...
2024-02-2633 min
Regenerating Out LoudIncurable Positivity: Blueprint for a Happier, More Productive Life and Workplace with April SabralTune in to Shift from Negativity to Incurable Positivity.
April Sabral is the founder of the Positivity Company, RetailU and the one to start writing customer names on Starbucks cups back in 2000 (yes, you now know where that started - thank you April). She has written two books - Incurable Positivity and The Positive Effect. Her work emphasizes the crucial gap in leadership training — the essence of 'being' over 'doing'.
April has recently been named one of the top 23 entrepreneurs in 2023 by NYWeekly, alongside the likes of Ed Mylett, Sam Altman, and Maggie Bergoff.
K...
2024-02-1936 minIncurable PositivityEmbracing Self-Love: A Journey Towards Triumphing Over Stress and Celebrating IdentityWhen Angie Costa and I, April Sabral, sat down to discuss the profound nature of self-love, we never imagined how much our own tales of adversity and triumph would resonate with the journey so many of us face. Together, we dissect the immense effect that nurturing self-love can have on mitigating stress, propelling success, and shielding ourselves from the relentless onslaught of negative chatter—both internal and from the world around us. We peel back the layers of our identities, often so tightly intertwined with our careers, and issue a bold challenge to redefine who we are at our co...
2024-02-1428 minIncurable PositivityTranscending Sameness: The Dance Between Comfort and GrowthUnlock the secrets of how 'sameness' might be both your safety net and your prison. Angie and I, April Sabral, delve into the paradoxical nature of our craving for consistency, challenging the very instincts that keep us tethered to our comfort zones. We share a riveting conversation about the biological and psychological urges that compel us to seek out the familiar, and how this deep-seated preference can be a double-edged sword—protecting our survival yet potentially throttling our capacity for growth and innovation. Angie's eloquence in storytelling illuminates her research on the brain's resistance to change, providing a fascinating ba...
2024-02-0824 minIncurable PositivityEpisode #3 - Embracing Sameness: Turning Uniformity into StrengthThis thought-provoking podcast episode delves into the concept of sameness and its potential to either hinder or empower us. Join us as we explore how the fear of sameness can derail our progress and how reframing it positively can lead to personal growth and fulfillment. From breaking free from societal norms to embracing our unique qualities, we uncover the transformative power of embracing sameness and harnessing it for our benefit. Tune in for insightful discussions, practical tips, and inspiring stories that will challenge your perspective and empower you to embrace sameness as a catalyst for po...
2024-02-0725 minIncurable PositivityUnlocking Positivity: A Guide to Easing PressurePodcast Episode Overview: Unlocking Positivity: A Guide to Easing PressureWelcome to another episode of "Incurable Positivity" with Angee and April! In this installment, our hosts delve into the topic of pressure and its profound effects on both the body and mindset. They explore how obligations can often lead to stress and overwhelm, casting a negative shadow on our daily tasks.Episode Highlights:Understanding the Creation of Pressure:Angee and April shed light on the sources and dynamics of pressure, helping listeners recognize the impact it can...
2024-02-0224 min
RETHINK RETAILOhad Elzur from AS Watson, Arvin Jawa from Diebold Nixdorf, hosted by TRE, April SabralAI is eliminating friction points and transforming self-checkout - making age verification and product recognition faster and more efficient than ever before.
Join us on our latest Rethink Retail Podcast, with host and Top Retail Expert, April Sabral, as we delve into insightful discussions with Ohad Elzur of O+O Store & Promotion Technology Director at AS Watson and Arvin Jawa VP Global Retail Strategy and Regional VP Americas Retail at Diebold Nixdorf.
They're unpacking exclusive insights and cutting-edge strategies in AI, self-checkout, and sustainable retail that are reshaping modern customer experiences.
Tune in to learn how these innovations can drive your business fo...
2024-01-3125 minIncurable PositivityHow to interupt negative thought patternsWelcome to a transformative episode of "Incurable Positivity," where we're diving deep into the art of breaking free from negative thought patterns in the year 2024. we are Angee Costa, and April Sabral, today, we're on a mission to empower you to make your life matter and become a person of significance.Negative thought patterns can be like quicksand, pulling us down and keeping us stuck. But fear not, because in this episode, we're sharing simple yet powerful ways to sift through and interrupt those patterns. It's time to take control of your thoughts and live a life...
2024-01-2425 min
The Retail Razor ShowS3E17 – #NRFforBeginners with Andrew Laudato, Taylor’s VersionIn this episode of Retail Razor Show, hosts Ricardo Belmar and Casey Golden talk about preparing for NRF 2024, celebrate being a finalist in the Vendors in Partnership gala for The Retail Voice Award, and bring the latest episode of Blade to Greatness, all in under an hour!They host a special “Taylor’s Version” replay of a prior interview with Andy Laudato, COO of The Vitamin Shoppe, sharing his comprehensive guide for maximizing your attendance at the NRF Big Show. Andy returns to the show for a new discussion of his anticipation for the combined...
2023-12-1354 min
The Retail Razor ShowS3E13 Unpacking The Magic of RFID with JP KamelHosts Ricardo Belmar and Casey Golden explore the diverse applications and benefits of RFID technology in the retail landscape, unlocking the potential for innovation from supply chain to in-store operations. Special guest John Pierre Kamel, managing director of RFID Sherpas, demonstrates how RFID excels in offering inventory visibility and accuracy to drive significant performance increases in retail business operations and sales.We also bring you the latest episode in our "Blade to Greatness" mini-series. In this segment, we invite a retail industry leader to offer one skill or trait that all retail executives need to...
2023-11-1753 min
The Retail Razor ShowS3E6 Retail Transformers - Cynthia Hollen - mavi.ioWe return to our anywhere commerce theme for this season and shine a light on the future of in-car commerce! We’re answering a very important question - Will shopping on the go become the most important commerce channel for product discovery? We'll dig into what's new and what’s next for in-car product recommendation, BOPIS, and its impact on local search by meeting our latest Retail Transformer – Cynthia Hollen, CEO & co-founder of mavi.io! If you thought your mobile phone was all the mobile commerce you needed, you’ll think again after listening to this episode. Join us as we unco...
2023-08-1858 min
Don’t Miss An Award-Winning Full Audiobook And Elevate Your Mindset.Incurable Positivity by April Sabral, Angee CostaPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/184171to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Incurable Positivity
Author: April Sabral, Angee Costa
Narrator: April Sabral
Format: mp3
Length: 1 hr and 41 mins
Release date: 04-26-23
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 3 ratings
Genres: Meditation
Publisher's Summary:
Whether your life is exactly where you want it to be or you are struggling to craft the kind of existence you crave, you are likely struggling with negative thoughts. We all do. After all, negativity is everywhere we turn, whether it shows up as family concerns, political upheaval, or just dealing with our own inner turmoil. The power to...
2023-04-261h 41Fuel Your Mind With The Full Audiobook Everyone Is Talking About — So Powerful!Incurable Positivity by April Sabral, Angee CostaPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/184171to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Incurable Positivity
Author: April Sabral, Angee Costa
Narrator: April Sabral
Format: mp3
Length: 1 hr and 41 mins
Release date: 04-26-23
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 3 ratings
Genres: Meditation
Publisher's Summary:
Whether your life is exactly where you want it to be or you are struggling to craft the kind of existence you crave, you are likely struggling with negative thoughts. We all do. After all, negativity is everywhere we turn, whether it shows up as family concerns, political upheaval, or just dealing with our own inner turmoil. The power to...
2023-04-261h 41
Yaya Diamonds Dream Chasers RadioAn Inspiring Chat with author April Sabral: Incurable Positivity!
Amazon Book
Whether your life is exactly where you want it to be or you are struggling to craft the kind of existence you crave, you are likely struggling with negative thoughts. We all do. After all, negativity is everywhere we turn whether it shows up as family concerns, political upheaval, or just dealing with our own inner turmoil. The power to control and direct your thinking is one of the greatest quests a person can embark upon. And the benefits that come with mastering your thoughts are immense and life-altering.In this book...
2023-04-1810 min
The Voice of RetailIncurable Positivity with April SabralWelcome to The Voice of Retail podcast. My name is Michael LeBlanc, and I am your host, I believe in the power of storytelling to bring the retail industry to life. I'll bring insights, perspectives and experiences from some of the retail industry's most innovative and influential voices each week. This podcast is produced in conjunction with Retail Council of Canada.Veteran retailer April Sabral is back on the podcast to tell us about her new second book, "Incurable Positivity." She talks about her seven-step process, which can be completed in just seven days and then practiced f...
2023-03-3122 min
RetailisticThe Retailistic End of Year ExtravaganzaRon Thurston | LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rthurston/ April Sabral | LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilsabral/ Nick McHenry | LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickmchenry/ Liza Amlani | LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizaamlani/
2023-01-0255 min
HR Power HourApril Sabral - REPLAY - The Positive EffectRetail is the heartbeat of a thriving economy and community, and our guest’s mission is to inspire a new era of leadership, one that teaches leaders to value their most precious asset, their people. In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with April Sabral, author of her new book The Positive Effect: A Retail Leaders Guide to Changing the World.April shares her personal journey, lessons learned, and how to lead with a positive attitude against all the odds.
2022-12-3153 minRetailisticSpecial Guests April Sabral and Ron ThurstonAndrew is solo this week and joined by fellow retail influencers April Sabral and Ron Thurston to talk about their current happenings and past experiences on the retail front line.
2022-08-2946 min
The Positive Effect - A retail leaders guide to changing the worldSeason 3: Episode 1 Lynn Mione, Former VP Retail USA and Canada at Benetton, now Coach, Consultant and SpeakerLynn Mione is a seasoned retail leader who enormously impacted the people and businesses she leads. In this interview, Lynn shares her most memorable mentors and what she learned from them. She also shares some wisdom about growing from a Sales Person to a Senior Vice President, who now owns her own consulting practice.
After a couple of decades of leading retail brands and teams, Lynn is now public speaking, coaching, and consulting, taking all of her knowledge of running her own wine bar and building a business to assist others who dream of owning a business.
2022-08-0936 min
The Positive Effect - A retail leaders guide to changing the worldSeason 3: Episode 1 Lynn Mione, former SVP Bennetton, Regional Director PacsunLynn Mione is a seasoned retail leader who enormously impacted the people and businesses she leads. In this interview, Lynn shares her most memorable mentors and what she learned from them. She also shares some wisdom about growing from a Sales Person to a Senior Vice President, who now owns her own consulting practice.
After a couple of decades of leading retail brands and teams, Lynn is now public speaking, coaching, and consulting, taking all of her knowledge of running her own wine bar and building a business to assist others who dream of owning a business.
2022-08-0936 min
Brick & Mortar RebornPODCAST 87: April SabralApril Sabral is the founder and CEO of retailu, an online, on-demand leadership development platform for retail professionals. She is also the author of The Positive Effect, where she details her journey working in retail. In the episode today, we talk about the biggest lessons April has to share about leadership in the retail industry, including her ACT model that she uses to teach retail professionals how to build strong teams.
Topics discussed:
April’s background and about retailu
About April’s book, the Positive Effect
The ACT model and how it helps you build a strong...
2022-07-2821 minHR Power HourApril Sabral - The Positive EffectRetail is the heartbeat of a thriving economy and community, and our guest’s mission is to inspire a new era of leadership, one that teaches leaders to value their most precious asset, their people.In this episode, host CMA’s David Ciullo discusses with April Sabral, author of her new book The Positive Effect: A Retail Leaders Guide to Changing the World.April shares her personal journey, lessons learned, and how to lead with a positive attitude against all the odds.
2022-06-0353 min
The Retail Razor ShowS1E9 – Retail Transformers – April SabralS1E9 – Retail Transformers – April Sabral Welcome to Season 1, Episode 9 of The Retail Razor Show! With this episode we introduce a new series– Retail Transformers! Who are the people in retail changing how we look at the business, how we're operating, redefining and reimaging what retail is? These individuals are transformers in every sense – they truly are more than meets the eye! In this episode we meet April Sabral, CEO of RetailU, online training for the next generation of retail leaders, and author of the book, The Positive Ef...
2022-05-2441 min
Just Stories with BTEpisode #34 - CEO + Author April Sabral "The Positive Effect"In my last interview highlighting Authors, I end with a phenomenal guest, April Sabral, the CEO of RetailU and author of "The Positive Effect". April started her career as a part-time sales associate, having moved out of her home at 16. She worked her way through the ranks with over 30 years in the retail industry. Working for brands such as; Starbucks, Gap, Apple, Holt Renfrew, Paul Smith, culminating as a Vice President of a national retail chain in North America of 250 stores. She took that knowledge and created one of the most cutting edge training platforms for retail t...
2022-03-1250 min
RETHINK RETAILREISS' Emma Taylor on the Importance of Positive Retail LeadershipRetail is a fast paced diverse, and exciting industry—and managing complexity and ambiguity has been the theme of the past two years.
In this episode, host April Sabral dives into the topic of positive leadership with guest Emma Taylor, vice president of North American stores for REISS, a modern, global fashion brand offering stylish women's and menswear.
Prior to joining REISS, Emma spent nearly 14 years growing her career at TOPSHOP TOPMAN where she most recently served as the brand’s US regional manager.
If you enjoyed this episode, please let us know by subscribing to our channel and giving us a...
2022-02-2827 min
Social Responsibility at WorkThe Positive Effect of Leadership with April SabralGuest:
April Sabral, CEO & Founder of retailu and author of The Positive Effect: A Retail Leader’s Guide to Changing the World
Description:
April Sabral, author of The Positive Effect: A Retail Leader’s Guide to Changing the World joins me to discuss the importance of leading with a positive attitude, the critical differences between management skills and leadership skills, and the importance of “in the trenches” experience when it comes to leading others. The retail industry is her specialty, but the principles she uses to build effective field leaders can be applied in any industry.
Here’s what you’ll learn abou...
2022-01-1936 min
A SEAT at THE TABLE: Conversations with Today's Top Industry LeadersBeing a Great Leader - Simple Tactics to Go from Average to Awesome!One of the key differentiators between good and great companies is leadership.For most companies the focus tends to be on financial results, product development - and recently on juggling supply chain crises.That leaves little time to think about leadership - let alone getting involved in professional development.However as many of have learned, the value of having capable leaders at the top and middle level of your organization can be a game-changer - and often times a lifesaver!Being a great leader sounds like a lofty concept, but it...
2021-08-3031 min
Retail Tech PodcastInterview with April Sabral CEO of RetailU on the Role of Management Training Retail SuccessInterview with April Sabral CEO of RetailU on the Role of Management Training Retail Success
2021-08-0258 min
The Peak Performance Greatness Show9 - Retail Coaching with Retailu's April SabralYour host, DJ Smith, talks with the peak performer April Sabral of Retailu, an online retail training program that focuses on leadership. Retail can be a real career, and not an employmenmt pitstop,, and you can continue to develop and grow that career through Retailu.To learn more, visit https://retailu.ca/
2021-07-2016 min
Pivot with Purpose with Meghan HouleApril Sabral, Retail Operations and Leadership Expert, Leading with The Positive EffectApril started her career as a part-time sales associate, having moved out of home at 16. She worked her way through the ranks with over 25 years in the retail industry. Working for brands such as; Starbucks, Gap, Apple, Holt Renfrew, Paul Smith, culminating as a Vice President of a national retail chain in North America of 250 stores. In 2019, April founded retailu.ca an online retail leadership education company. In 2020, she also wrote a book called “The Positive Effect” where she shares how to lead with awareness in her three step leadership method, A.C.T. April believes that leaders can make or break...
2021-06-2937 min
Spieckerman Speaks RetailLeading with Awareness for Positive EffectDespite the encroachment of Ecommerce and tech-driven experiences, people will play an important role in powering retail forward, yet traditional leadership and employee incentive models will no longer work as the industry transforms.April Sabral is the author of The Positive Effect, a companion book to her training and coaching platform, RetailU. The book is an inspiring story of overcoming and empowerment that pulls together April’s years of experience leading store teams for global brands like Apple, Banana Republic, and Starbucks. In this interview episode, April and Carol discuss the new-world realities that will transform retail le...
2021-05-1045 min
Think RetailTraining Your Staff To Become Better LeadersIt has been quite telling over the years working with retail brands, whenever you bring up the subject of employee engagement, it’s usually not a top priority. Everybody is so focused on e-commerce and social media that employees are often treated as an afterthought. And while digital is, of course, critical for any brand in bricks and mortar retail, people are the power behind real success. So why aren’t retail leaders more focused on leadership? April Sabral has had a long career in retail leadership with companies such as Banana Republic, Starbucks, and Apple. She’s...
2021-02-2229 min
The Voice of RetailRetail leader and author April Sabral on her new book "The Positive Effect" and retailer JP Adamo launches Dimes CannabisThis podcast is intended for listeners 18+Welcome to the The Voice of Retail , I’m your host Michael LeBlanc, and this podcast is brought to you in conjunction with Retail Council of Canada and with the support of omNovos Canada’s digital customer engagement company. ‘Tis the season for giving and omNovos can help you give your customers the gift of a personalized experience in 2021. Find out how you can Get Personal and Grow Sales with omNovos at www.realcustomerengagement.comIn this episode I welcome back to the podcast retail leader April Sabral on the laun...
2020-12-1847 min
Running Great StoresS02E18: The Positive Effect with April SabralStop what you are doing and listen to this podcast! April is ah-mazing! April Sabral has spent over 25 years in various sales and operations roles. She has now taken her knowledge and passion for people and retail and created retailu, an online learning retail leadership development company. April has a new book coming out called The Positive Effect. I know you are going to love April. After you listen to this podcast, head over to retailu.ca to find content to strengthen and develop yourself. Enjoy the listen!
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2020-06-291h 02
The Voice of RetailCanadian eCommerce leader Tanbir Grover talks culture and insights plus veteran retail store operations and people leader April Sabral on how retailers can win in 2020Welcome to The Voice of Retail, I’m your host Michael LeBlanc, and this podcast is brought to you in conjunction with Retail Council of CanadaFirst up in this episode Tanbir Grover joins me for the first of a two part interview, reflecting on his twelve years at the forefront of digital retail and eCommerce in Canada, working for retail brands including Sears Canada, Hudson’s Bay and Lowe’s Canada. We talk corporate culture, the history of Canadian eCommerce and the state of online retail today and how we got here from there and where we’re go...
2020-01-0347 min
Total Retail TalksHow DAVIDsTEA is Using Technology to Improve Store Associate PerformanceIn episode 194 of Total Retail Talks, Executive Editor Joe Keenan interviews April Sabral, vice president of retail sales and operations at DAVIDsTEA, a Canadian specialty tea and tea accessory retailer. Listen in as they discuss DAVIDsTEA's use of an employee engagement app to communicate quickly and directly with store associates, how use of the…
2019-05-0615 min