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Fixed Ops RoundtableThe F&I Mistakes Costing Dealers Repeat Customers with Mickey QuinnIn this episode my guest is Mickey Quinn, President of Vanguard Dealer Services, joining Sarah Vantine and me at Uber’s headquarters in New York City.Mickey has spent more than 35 years in the F&I space, and he brings a perspective that challenges the way many dealers think about customer loyalty. We talk about how authenticity, sincerity, and empathy can completely change the way customers experience the F&I office, and why those qualities matter more today than ever.👉 Register for the upcoming Fixed Ops Roundtable EventWhat...
2025-09-0109 min
Game Changers with Katharine Quinn#5 - Mickey-Jo BoucherJoin host and Broadway strategist Katharine Quinn on "Game Changers" for an insightful conversation with Mickey Jo Boucher, the influential theater YouTuber behind Mickey Jo Theatre. From his beginnings as a secret theater blogger to becoming a pioneering digital theater critic with a global audience, Mickey Jo shares his unique journey navigating the theater industry on both sides of the Atlantic.Discover how Mickey Jo built his platform as "the artist's critic," his approach to honest theater reviews in the digital age, and the challenges of being perceived as a "disruptor" in traditional theater criticism. Learn about...
2025-03-2137 min
The Players VoiceThe Player's Voice: Mickey QuinnMickey Quinn reflects on his decision to retire from inter-county football after 13 seasons and why now was the right time to transition out of the game.In a wide-ranging chat with the former Longford stalwart and AFL player, we looked back on lessons learned from his life in elite sport and discussed some of the highs and frustrations he experienced. We also chatted about his motivation for setting up Mickey Quinn Performance and how he plans to help individuals and teams improve going forward. The Players Voice podcast is brought to y...
2024-08-3057 min
Retail Level UpFixed vs, Open Mindset - Moment With MickeyDo you have a fixed or an open mindset? What's the difference? Or better yet, why should you care? If you want to do, be, and have more, you need to understand the difference between these mindsets, and determine which mindset you have.
It's all in how you choose to respond to situations and events. When you have an open mindset, you will be able to look for solutions, rather than dwelling on the problems.
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2023-12-0606 min
The Lit Up Life with Debbie HeiserS5E35 - Guest Mickey Quinn on the Power of our WayJoin us in this conversation with Mickey Quinn as we discuss networking at its best, the power in identifying our why, the 3 components of communication and so much more. Mickey brings her 30-years of experience in corporate retail of leading and developing exceptional teams to provide coaching, training, and consulting services to individuals, businesses, and their teams. Mickey specializes in improving communications, standardizing best practices in operations, and leadership team development. If you would like to connect or work with Mickey you can go to a couple different websites - MickeyQuinnConsulting.com and Retaillevelup.com. Yo...
2023-08-2923 min
Retail Level UpBelieve In Yourself!Hear the story of how Retail Level Up's founder, Mickey Quinn, got her start in Retail and what she believes it takes to be successful.
Mickey co-authored the book How To Break The Glass Ceiling And Still Keep It Nice. This video was from the book launch and book signing event that took place in Orlando, Florida on July 21st, 2023.
Thank you for watching! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
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2023-08-1602 min
Retail Level UpGoal Getting
Deciding what you want is of course an important first step. But knowing what you want, and even knowing what you need to do to get it, is very different from actually taking the action to make it happen.
Learn the steps to getting your goals achieved in this Moment With Mickey.
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2023-07-1204 min
Retail Level UpMastering the Art of Saying "No" - A Guide to Protecting Your Time
Your time is an invaluable resource. Learning how to say "no" gracefully and assertively is a crucial skill that will allow you to protect your time. Learn the 7 steps to mastering the art of saying "no" in this Moment with Mickey video.
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2023-06-1407 min
Retail Level UpTRY!We all know how important it is to focus on positive thoughts, rather than negative ones. But there is a middle ground between the positive and the negative that can be just as troubling as the negative, and that is TRY.
Learn the best way to the negative, as well as the slippery slope of try, in this Moment With Mickey!
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2023-05-3104 min
Retail Level UpDon't Go It Alone! - Moment With MickeySuccessful people, and businesses, know that all work and no play is a recipe for failure.
Learn about one of your most important assets you have that will help you through those crazy-busy times at work.
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2022-09-1403 min
Retail Level UpQuit Quitters Insurance - Moment With MickeyOf course there is no "Quiet Quitters" insurance that you can purchase for your business. But there is something you can do to avoid the situation altogether! Listen to this podcast to learn what you need to do.
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2022-09-0709 min
Retail Level UpSUCCESS! - Moment With MickeyEveryone has a different and personal definition of success. Here are some tips and best practices on how to achieve it, whatever success means to you.
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#RetailLevelUp #goals #coaching #success
2022-08-3105 min
The GAA HourThe Tailteann Cup kicks off, Provincial Finals preview, and Mickey Quinn interviewDarran is joined in studio by Finian Hanley and Cian Mackey to preview the provincial finals, and Mickey Quinn joins us to discuss the upcoming Tailteann Cup fixtures and his hopes for Longford.(00:00) Intro(00:45) Tailteann Cup discussion(14:40) Provincial final memories (23:30) Connacht Final - Roscommon v Galway(37:30) Ulster Final - Donegal v Derry(47:30) Munster Final - Kerry v Limerick(49:00) Leinster Final - Dublin v Kildare(52:30) All-Ireland qualifier draw(01:00:00) Mickey Quinn interview Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-05-231h 22
Retail Level UpImprove Your Results - Hire a CoachIf you keep on doing what you've always done, you're going to keep on getting what you've always got.
Tired of not getting the results you want? It may be time to hire yourself a coach!
A coach helps you achieve your goals way faster than you ever could all on your own. Learn about our clients' AHA moments in this Moment with Mickey.
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2022-05-1803 min
Retail Level UpFocus On Your Strengths!Attracting and retaining top talent is a problem that every business faces. There is one, important shift in how you do things that can have a dramatically positive impact on being able to get and KEEP the best employees.
Listen this Moment With Mickey to learn the solution!
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2022-04-0606 min
OTB BreakfastCork to Killarney, Tommy Walsh, Brolly talks chaotic US-UK, All-Island XI, Mickey Quinn on Div. 3Welcome to Thursday’s #OTBAM podcast - Ger and Eoin are in the studio, bringing you your sports breakfast fix. Tommy Walsh and Mickey Quinn join the show, we hear from Joe Brolly and there’s plenty on the Football and Rugby too. Timestamps and topics below.
(01:00) – Kickoff with Ger Gilroy and Eoin Sheahan
(19:20) – Reaction to an All-Island XI, Kerry-Cork in Killarney!
(40:00) – Hurling with Tommy Walsh
(01:07:20) – Football with Mickey Quinn
(01:26:40) – Sports News with John Duggan
(01:37:30) – Joe Brolly on the White House, the UK and Ukraine
(01:50:20) – Formula 1 to Vegas? Shane Hannon
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2022-03-311h 57
Retail Level UpEnduranceEnthusiasm gets your started, but it is endurance that gets you across the finish line!
What do the comedian, the businessman, and the surfer have in common? Find out in this Moment With Mickey.
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2022-03-1603 min
Retail Level UpMeasure Your ProgressOne of the most powerful tools to help you achieve your goals, or form new habits, is really simple to do: track and measure your actions. Really? That's going to make a big difference? YES!
This simple process has helped so many people achieve incredible results! Learn how in this Moment With Mickey.
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2022-03-0205 min
Retail Level UpYour 86,400 InvestmentYou already have an incredibly valuable and precious asset, yet how much of it are you squandering away every day, without really realizing it? Your most valuable asset is your time. You are either spending it wisely, to help you get closer to achieving your goals and your dreams, or you are letting it slip through your fingers, never to be recaptured.
Learn 4 simple tips to help you take back control of your day in this Moment With Mickey. Stop wasting your most valuable asset!
Thanks for listening!
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2021-11-1006 min
Retail Level UpThe Power of the PositiveFeeling down due to all the negativity in the news? Want to have an instant pick-me-up that impacts you and others positively? Watch this Moment With Mickey and take the 3-3-3 Challenge!
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website www.RetailLevelUp.com and sign up for our emails. We send Monday Motivation and Top Tip Tuesday directly to your inbox.
2021-09-0806 min
Retail Level UpGrowth = ChangeIf you are always at the head of the class, you're in the wrong class. It's easy to recognize you need to make a change when your circumstances are bad or unpleasant. But when things are good, you're feeling comfortable, that can also be a time to make a change. Learn the best way to position yourself for change, and growth.
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2021-09-0105 min
Retail Level UpDone Is Better Than PerfectOne of the biggest obstacles we face, when trying to make a change, or achieve a goal, is a complete fabrication. We are often held back by our own thoughts that we are not good enough, or smart enough, or talented enough, or simply not enough in general. Learn how to stop doubting, and start doing!
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com.
2021-08-2505 min
Retail Level UpHow Having a Coach HelpsNot sure if having a coach is right for you? Learn the positive benefits you can expect from having a coach in this Moment With Mickey. If you have a goal you want to achieve and have been struggling to make it happen, a coach can be the powerful advantage that will help you get there.
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2021-08-1806 min
Retail Level UpDone For You - Buyer Beware!Starting, maintaining, or growing a business is challenging. Delegating or outsourcing certain tasks you don't enjoy doing, or things you are not very good at doing, can be VERY tempting. BUT - before you delegate or outsource, make sure you have a basic understanding of how that piece of the business works, and be sure you understand exactly what you are getting for any Done For You service you are thinking about purchasing!
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
2021-08-1106 min
Retail Level UpPersistence and DeterminationWhat do Coors, Miller, and Pabst brewing companies have in common with Ray Charles, Michael Jordon, and Walt Disney? More than you might think! These 3 companies and 3 celebrities all faced difficult obstacles. Yet all of them used persistence and determination to overcome those obstacles and that led them to success.
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2021-08-0406 min
Retail Level UpIf You Can Imagine It, It Can Be!Everything every created by humans in our world started out first as an idea. Landing on the moon and flying to space started out as ideas that became reality. When taking an idea from thought to reality, there are obstacles. Learn the 3 types of obstacles and how to get through them.
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
2021-07-2807 min
Retail Level UpImprove Results, Reduce Stress - Acceptance. Responsibility. Defenselessness.There is a powerful, 3-step method for improving your results and reducing your stress. This method helps you stay in-the-moment, empowers you to remember that you get to choose how you respond to any situation, and provides a compelling reason to stop trying to convince others to come around to your point of view. Acceptance. Responsibility. Defenselessness.
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
2021-07-2107 min
Retail Level UpGet More Done In Less Time - Eliminate, Automate, DelegateSo you have set your goal, you've developed an action plan, you set your To Do list, and prioritized it. Good to go, right? Well, almost. There's one more step that will maximize your productivity and by using this simple tip, you are guaranteed to get more done in less time.
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2021-07-1405 min
Retail Level UpAre You Growing or Dying?When any living thing stops growing, it begins the process of declining, or dying. That occurs with humans too. When we stop being curious, when we stop learning, we limit our potential. We need to: get comfortable with feeling uncomfortable, get over ourselves, and get out of our box.
Thanks for listening! Be sure to visit www.RetailLevelUp.com to sign up for our weekly emails of Monday Motivation and Top Tip Tuesday.
2021-07-0704 min
Retail Level UpPart 3 of 3 - Starting Your Own BusinessIn Part 1 we learned about the 3 key roles the owner of a small business must keep in balance. In Part 2, we discovered the key structures that will set a business up for success: a business plan and documented business processes. And in Part 3, we learn the importance of planning what your organizational structure will look like in the future. Planning now will help your business, and you, to be ready for the future.
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
2021-06-3005 min
Retail Level UpPart 2 of 3 - Starting Your Own BusinessIn Part 1 we learned about the 3 key roles the owner of a small business must keep in balance. In Part 2, we will discover the key structures that will set a business up for success: a business plan and documented business processes.
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
2021-06-2305 min
Retail Level Up5 Signs You Need a Coach30 years ago the most common place to find a coach was with a sports team or athlete. Today, coaches are being used everywhere, from the largest business organizations to small mom-and-pop shops to just everyday individuals. How do you know if you need a coach? There are 5 key signs. Learn about them in this Moment with Mickey!
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2021-06-1604 min
Retail Level UpStarting Your Own Business - Part 1 of 3So you have taken the plunge! You have decided to start your own business! This is an exciting time, but it can feel like you're drinking from a fire hose! In this 3-part series we will discovery some important tips on how to set yourself up for success. Part 1 - There are 3 key roles the owner of a small business must keep in balance. You already have all of these characteristics inside of you, but keeping them in balance is key. Learn about these 3 characteristics in today's Moment with Mickey.
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2021-06-1607 min
Retail Level UpBusiness SurvivalThousands of business owners, executives, and CEO's have identified one critical area that helps a business survive in uncertain, or highly volatile environments. How good a job are you doing in this critical area? Learn more in this Moment with Mickey!
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2021-06-0205 min
Retail Level UpThe 2 Secret Solutions to Filling Open PositionsBusiness is great! But, you're having problems filling your open positions. Seems as though people just don't want to work! Think again. If that were true, EVERY business would be understaffed, yet there are many businesses that have no problem filling their open positions. What is their secret? Learn the 2 Secret Solutions to the biggest obstacle to attracting and retaining top talent.
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
2021-05-2604 min
Retail Level UpWhat Is Your Definition of Failure?Is it bad to make a mistake? Does it make you feel like giving up? What if you were to redefine your definition of failure? By making just a slight shift in perspective, you can change what errors, mistakes, and negative experiences mean to you.
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
2021-05-1903 min
Retail Level UpYour Inside Voice MattersHow do your conversations go inside your head? Are you nice when you talk to yourself, or are you always criticizing, critiquing, and finding every little thing you did wrong? What you tell yourself, your mindset, and your beliefs about you play an incredibly big role in your success. If you are wanting to make a change, the first step is believing that you CAN!
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2021-05-1204 min
Retail Level UpInvest in Yourself!After our formal schooling ends, our personal growth and development is our own responsibility. No one is going to show up and say "Let's learn some cool stuff today!" We have to do it ourselves. Learn some simple tips on how to continue to learn, stretch, and grow. Investing in yourself is the best investment you can make!
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
2021-05-0505 min
Retail Level UpShopping the CompetitionNo matter what type of business you are in, taking a close look at your competition makes good sense. It's important to know what your competition is doing, and especially what they are doing well. Learn 7 key areas to pay attention to when shopping the competition.
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2021-04-2806 min
Retail Level UpInterest vs. CommitmentThere is a big difference between having an interest, and being committed. In this Moment with Mickey, we explore the differences and discuss an important tip that helps you succeed where others fail.
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
2021-04-2104 min
Retail Level UpInterview with Becky Walraed of So You BoutiqueHere's another success story in the world of brick-and-mortar! Meet Becky Walraed, founder/owner of So You Boutique in Wake Forest, North Carolina.
With 20 years of corporate retail experience, Becky decided it was time to get back to the place she calls home. The challenge was on to create a clothing boutique that offered a unique shopping experience, sincere personal service, quality on-trend fashion, at a good price. Through a lot of sweat and tears, So You Boutique was born.
Becky shares her tips on being an entrepreneur, learning new things every day, knowing when...
2021-04-1434 min
Retail Level UpWhy Isn't Your Plan Working?Do you have a plan? You may know what you want. You may know what you need to do to make it happen. But why then, isn't it working? It could be your own self, holding you back. Learn how to overcome this obstacle in this episode.
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
2021-04-0704 min
The FallowersEp 36 - Mickey Quinn. Pro Aussie Rules. HR-Based Training. Fundamental Skills For Sports. Life Skills For AdolescentsThis week we were joined by Longford's and formerly Essendon's Mickey Quinn. He spoke about his promising talent as an underage soccer star, 4 seasons in professional Aussie Rules, his current approach to training using a HR monitor and the importance of basic skills for the enjoyment of sports.
Mickey has also been organising cooking classes for his students during lockdown. We discuss the importance developing life skills in teenagers and how PE teachers are often in the best position to do so.
2021-04-041h 25
Retail Level UpThe Time Management MythHow are your time management skills? Actually, no one can manage time. What CAN we manage? Our choices, and we can work on eliminating distractions that waste our time. Learn these 4 simple tips to help you stay focused and get things done!
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
2021-03-3103 min
The Sideline Live Podcast#23 - Mickey Quinn // High Performance, Skills, AFL, Individual Training and moreOn episode 23 I am delighted to be joined by Longford Senior Footballer Mickey Quinn.
We had a brilliant chat about High Performance, Training, the AFL Training set up and more. I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation and I hope you find value in the episode
Find Mickey here;
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mickeyq06/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/mickeyq06
Make sure to subscribe for future episodes and find us over on Instagram and Twitter @thesidelinelive
Recorded using Samson Q2 microphone Edited usi...
2021-03-3158 min
Retail Level UpThe Importance of Having an Open MindsetDo you have an open or a fixed mindset? What's the difference? Learn the differences between the two mindsets and why having an open mindset is so important.
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
2021-03-2406 min
Retail Level UpBusy?Busy? - Moment with Mickey
Are you busy? Silly question, right? Of course you're busy; we're all busy! But busy does not necessarily mean productive. Learn these simple steps to taking back control of your To Do list so that you actually get the most important things done!
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit www.retaillevelup.com to learn more about our coaching and consulting services! Long live brick and mortar!
2021-03-1705 min
The Maroon And White PodLongford senior footballer Mickey Quinn on placing a skill emphasis at underage level and the benefits of a Tier 2 championship | The Backdoor GAA PodcastLongford senior footballer Mickey Quinn joins us this week on The Backdoor GAA Podcast.
2021-03-1357 min
Retail Level UpTop Qualities of a Great LeaderYou're either born a leader, or you're not, right? No! Anyone can learn the skills to be an effective leader! There are many common qualities that great leaders have, but there are 6 that always come up on the top of the list. Learn 6 key qualities of being a great leader in this Moment with Mickey.
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
2021-03-1007 min
Retail Level UpPositive Reinforcement - IS ASAttracting and retaining the best people is a challenge. We've learned in prior videos that creating a great culture plays an important role in achieving that. Having a positive environment is critical to building that great culture. What's the best way to create a positive environment? Learn a very simple tip in this Moment with Mickey to insure you are catching your people doing the right thing!
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
2021-03-0306 min
Retail Level UpEthical Business - Interview with Jeff MorrillIn this Moment with Mickey, serial entrepreneur and ethical business author Jeff Morrill shares his key insights on how to build an exceptional company culture. Jeff believes that the high road is the straightest path to the bottom line and he shares how this has shaped his career and businesses in the book Profit Wise - How to Make More Money in Business by Doing the Right Thing.
For more information about the author and his book, visit https://www.jeffmorrill.com/
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2021-02-2446 min
Retail Level UpProcrastination - How a Coach HelpsMoment with Mickey - Procrastination
Mickey shares a personal story of procrastination and how she FINALLY got her personal project done. Why working with a coach helps so much!
Book your FREE 45-minute consultation today so you can experience what it's like to work with a coach! https://calendly.com/retaillevelup/free-consultation
Thank you for listening! Long live brick-and-mortar! Visit www.retaillevelup.com to view all of our coaching and consulting services.
2021-02-1704 min
Retail Level UpThe Secret to a Great CultureWhat's the #1 concern of brick-and-mortar retailers today? Finding and retaining the best PEOPLE! It's been a challenge for a long time, but there are actions a retailer can take to insure they find and keep the best talent. Learn these important tips in this episode!
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
2021-02-1006 min
Retail Level UpThe 4 A's - Awareness, Action, Attraction, AccountabilityDo you know what to do, so you can do what you want to do? There are 4 simple steps you can put into place immediately that will help you start seeing results in any area - anything you want to do, be, or have. These 4 simple steps will help make it happen: Awareness - Action - Attraction - Accountability.
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
2021-02-0304 min
Retail Level UpThe Universal Steps to SuccessHow are those New Year's Resolutions going for you? Did you start, but then fall back into your old routine? Want to learn some foolproof tips on how to stick with it? There are 5 steps to achieve any goal. Doesn't matter if it is a business, personal, or professional goal. These 5 steps will help you to succeed!
Thank you for listening! Visit www.retaillevelup.com to sign up for our emails and to learn more about the services we offer.
2021-01-2709 min
Retail Level UpA Successful Brick & Mortar - leela & lavenderMeet Jill Shea and Laura Polanski. These two have spent their entire careers in the fashion and retail world. After working in corporate retail for many years, they boldly started their own retail company: leela and lavender. These women understand that the retail status quo must be disrupted and ignited. They have brought the fun and unique, personalized service back to make shopping enjoyable once again.
Just 3 years ago they opened their first store in Fargo, North Dakota, and at the same time launched their online business as well at www.leelaandlavender.com. They now have 5 stores in...
2021-01-2057 min
Retail Level UpDo You Have Your Super Hero Cape On?As a manager, leader, or owner, sometimes we have to put on our Super Hero cape and dive back into the "doing" part of our business by working along side our team, making things happen. Leave that cape on too long though, and that well oiled machine you used to have can start to sputter and have problems. Learn how to notice when you put the cape on and how to quickly cast it off so you can get back to being the leader you should be.
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2021-01-1305 min
Retail Level UpManaging from AfarSo you've figured out the logistics of having your employees work remotely, but how experienced are your managers in leading and communicating from afar? How are you ensuring that your employees are staying engaged and motivated? What measures have you put into place to ensure you are retaining your best people?
Don't assume your management team has the skills to manage from afar. It's not easy. But there is a resource to help you navigate this process. Retail Level Up can help. Retail is the one industry that has been managing remote teams for as long as...
2021-01-0604 min
The Long Island History ProjectMickey Quinn and St John the Baptist High SchoolIt's the early 70s in West Islip and St John the Baptist High School is gearing up for a crucial game against St. Agnes of Rockville Centre. But for freshman Mickey Quinn and the rest of the class of '75, the events of that night will reverberate beyond the court for years to come. Today Mickey joins us to discuss Growing Up a Cougar, his account of that game, that night, and his years at SJB. Special thanks to Fabio Montella. Further Research Facebook Group for Growing Up a Cougar Spotify playlist...
2020-12-2842 minThe Long Island History ProjectMickey Quinn and St John the Baptist High SchoolIt's the early 70s in West Islip and St John the Baptist High School is gearing up for a crucial game against St. Agnes of Rockville Centre. But for freshman Mickey Quinn and the rest of the class of '75, the events of that night will reverberate beyond the court for years to come. Today Mickey joins us to discuss Growing Up a Cougar, his account of that game, that night, and his years at SJB. Special thanks to Fabio Montella. Further Research Facebook Group for Growing Up a Cougar Spotify playlist...
2020-12-2842 min
Retail Level UpTake Charge of Your Career - Interview with Lynn Whitbeck - Moment with MickeyLearn great information on how to take charge of your career, overcome your feelings of being not good enough, the most important skills to help you have the career you truly want, and the inside tips to managing-up like a pro!
Lynn Whitbeck is the founder & CEO of Petite2Queen and Future Forward Sales. She helps the world by providing sales and leadership training programs to achieve more, faster. Lynn is the catalyst for businesses to turn their sales teams into revenue generating champions. Learn more about what Lynn and her team offers be visiting www.Petite2Qu...
2020-12-1629 min
Retail Level UpTips for Launching a Small Business - Interview with Holly Kraft, owner of DruthersMeet Holly Kraft, founder and owner of Druthers, a men's apparel store located in Fargo, North Dakota. Druthers carries men's lifestyle apparel brands that speak to the store's founding beliefs: be a better person, do the right thing, and personal & professional growth.
Holly has been in the retail industry for her entire career and had a life-long desire to open her own store. After researching the retail scene in her community, she decided a casual men's store was as area of opportunity. The planned opening date of her brick-and-mortar store was in the midst of the shut-downs o...
2020-12-0938 min
Retail Level UpOwning a Restaurant/Bar Tips - Moment with Mickey - Interview with Brandon EmchEver dreamed of owning your own restaurant or bar? Learn some inside tips from a successful owner, Brandon Emch, of Baxter's on Cedar and Baxter's The Backdoor located in Sandpoint, Idaho. Brandon shares tips from his career-long work in the food and beverage industry: effort, communication, motivation, making the most of every bit of time during a shift, plus much more. Listen to Brandon's down-to-earth approach and learn how you can use his ideas to make the most of whatever work you are doing today.
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2020-12-0234 min
Retail Level UpTips on Starting a Small Business - Interview with Amy Wolf, of The Dog SpotAmy Wolf and Chef Arion Canniff opened The Dog Spot on Black Friday 2017. The concept is a small cafe focused on fresh-made foods, international fusion flavors and smaller, healthier portions with wine, beer and cider from the Inland and Pacific Northwest PLUS a small retail shop filled with pet gear and treats, and human clothing and accessories with pet themes (like a tiny Rainforest Cafe, but with dogs & cats).
The answers to 2 questions guided every decision in the 20+ years of their relationship prior to opening a business: "What do we eat?" and "What do we do with...
2020-11-2554 min
Retail Level UpDeciding vs. DoingYou want to make a change. You decide to do it. Great! Then what? For some reason, you never make it happen. Learn how one simple thing can bring about the change you truly want. It is so simple, yet most people overlook it. Find out how to do, be, and have more of what you want in your career, and life.
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2020-11-1804 min
Retail Level UpAttracting & Retaining the Best PeopleWhat does it take to attract and retain the best people? It takes good leadership skills. That includes communication, listening, feedback, and all those other "soft skills". There's a big difference in being the boss, or a manager, and being an effective leader. That difference is the key to reducing turnover, avoiding the costs and headaches of constantly trying to find new people. Get back to basics!
#RetailLevelUp #retail #BrickAndMortar #leadership #coaching #entrepreneur #MomentWithMickey #ItCanBeDone Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com Long live brick and mortar!!
2020-11-1106 min
Retail Level UpFill Up Your Tank, or Else!Ever felt you were too busy to stop for gas? We've all had those moments when work is just so crazy busy we lose sight of doing those little, seemingly insignificant tasks. Those little things that are easy to put off, until we eventually realize we've put them off too long and now how are we going to pick them back up again? There are 3 key building blocks to establishing a strong foundation in any business. Learn what those are in today's Moment with Mickey. #RetailLevelUp #Retail #BrickAndMortar #leadership #coaching #entrepreneur #ItCanBeDone #MomentWithMickey Thank you for listening! Be sure to...
2020-11-0407 min
Retail Level UpSustainability and ScalabilityWhen starting, maintaining, or growing a business, sustainability and scalability need to be carefully considered. There's an easy model that helps bring focus to the three critical areas of any business: products/services assortment, marketing, and pricing. The model: Offering the BEST, to the MOST, at the LEAST will help bring focus to these three critical areas.
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com. Long live brick and mortar!!
2020-10-2806 min
Retail Level UpServant LeadershipWhat is "servant leadership"? It's been around for a really long time. It is one of the BEST approaches to leading a team and building a world-class organization. Learn the 10 Key Characteristics of how to be a servant leader in this Moment with Mickey.
Thank you for listening! Be sure to visit our website at www.retaillevelup.com. Long live brick and mortar!!
2020-10-2107 min
Retail Level UpCustomer ExperienceIn this new world of customization and personalization, the brick-and-mortar retailer has the opportunity to make the customer's experience really unique and memorable. Learn these easy 5 steps of how to attract and retain customers by using BLOOM.
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2020-10-1408 min
Retail Level UpThe World's Friend - Interview with Andrew OakesMeet Andrew Oakes - an energetic, passionate guy who offers up wise and unique techniques for managing stress no matter the circumstances one is facing in life. It was not long ago that Andrew escaped a life of excruciating anxiety, stress, and depression. It was only after hitting rock bottom that he made a profound, but simple, discovery that changed his life and the lives of hundreds of others over the last 5 years. When he escaped the darkness, he grew a passion for helping others escape theirs too. It was in the pursuit of that passion that he found...
2020-10-0744 min
Retail Level UpTips on Starting a Brick-And-Mortar Business - INTERVIEW with Beverly Dry GoodsHave you dreamed of opening your own retail store? Thinking that now is not the time with how challenging the retail environment is and add on top of that a global pandemic? Well, think again! Here is a sweet success story that will get you out of the "dreaming" mode and into the "action" mode! Learn how Mary Bujwid Moss came up with the idea for her retail business, Beverly Dry Goods, some key Do's and Don'ts, and the tools and services she uses to make things run smoothly. @beverlydrygoods www.beverlydrygoods.com
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2020-09-3039 min
Retail Level UpMaking It HappenLearn how to take all those tips you've gathered from webinars, podcasts, training materials, and self-help books and start putting them to use! The acronym ACT is an easy method for sorting and prioritizing all of those tips. And then, add to that the most important tip of all: hire a coach!
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2020-08-1805 min
Retail Level UpTrade SecretsLearn how to take all those tips you've gathered from webinars, podcasts, training materials, and self-help books and start putting them to use!
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2020-08-1805 min
Retail Level Up"No!"The word "no" can be the cause of stress and anxiety. But if we avoid getting a "no" we are limiting our potential and quite possibly missing out on some of the best stuff! Don't assume a "no" means "never"! When you hear "no", think of it more as a "not now". The door may be closed for now, but don't you be the one who locks it!
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2020-08-1805 min
Retail Level UpFailure Is Not A Bad WordAs children, we develop the most and fastest by trial and error. We first learn how to do something by learning how not to do it. Watch this Moment with Mickey to learn more about why it is so important to accept we will inevitably fail, and it's OK. Plus, Mickey shares a personal story of a major struggle she had, and how she failed multiple times before she finally figured out she was approaching the situation in the wrong way.
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2020-08-1805 min
Retail Level UpMissed Sales Plans?Did you miss your sales plans during the 1st half of 2020? Are you getting ready to just write those missed sales off? Don't do that until you listen to this podcast! It's not too late to recoup some of those missed sales! Do nothing, you'll get nothing. But stretch yourself and your team, just a little bit more each day, each week, and who knows how much more you can bring in!
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2020-08-1802 min
Retail Level UpBe A Leader Of ChangeYou can be like a thermometer, or you can be like a thermostat. Learn the difference you can make by being an environmental change agent. You may be just one person, but one is all it takes to make a huge difference.
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2020-08-1802 min
Retail Level UpNetworking Part 4 of 4 - Exploring Structured Networking GroupsLearn what you should consider before joining a Structured Networking Group. There are lots of great groups out there, but you need to research the details before joining to find a good fit for you.
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2020-08-1804 min
Retail Level UpNetworking Part 3 of 4 - Different Types of NetworksLearn about the 3 distinct categories of networks you should have: Information, Support, and Referral. Plus: learn how to create a contact sphere with other businesses that complement yours.
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2020-08-1805 min
Retail Level UpNetworking Part 2 of 4 - Use the 24/7/30 Rule for Follow-upLearn how to build your network using The 24/7/30 Rule. It's a simple and effective tool that helps you build connections and add to your network. Part 2 of a 4-part series on Networking. After you first meet someone, you follow-up and follow-thru will make a huge difference in going beyond just having met someone and actually connecting with them.
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2020-08-1803 min
Retail Level UpNetworking Part 1 of 4 - Deepen Your NetworkLearn how to deepen your personal and professional network and why it's so important to do so right now. Part 1 of a 4-part series on Networking.
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2020-08-1802 min
Retail Level UpGot a Big Goal? Start With the Small Stuff.Learn how to tackle those big goals you have. Start with the small steps, get some wins, then build your momentum to keep going.
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2020-08-1803 min
Retail Level UpPersistence and DeterminationLearn the keys to achieving your goals. Change your plan, change your execution, but never give up on your goal! Never, ever quit!
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2020-08-1805 min
The Alan Williams Podcast#58 With Mickey Quinn: AFL & GAA Star.Alan sits down with former Essendon AFL player, and current Longford Gaa player, Mickey Quinn. This episode is an amazing insight into the life of a professional athlete, the mindset that shapes that desire to succeed and the constant strive for improvement. This podcast tracks the journey of a 17 year old scouted to play a professional sport in Australia, right through to Mickey's current life in GAA, his role within the GPA and his work as a teacher.
2020-07-291h 29
Retail Level UpWhat Are You Waiting For?If you're waiting for someone else to do something, before you take action on reaching your goals, you are wasting your time. Time is ticking away. Now is the best time to act. Don't allow yourself to be stuck on "pause". Think of this time as a "reset". And start working towards your goals. Today.
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2020-07-0904 min
Retail Level UpNecessity Is The Mother Of InventionThe best new ideas come when times are tough. Be creative and strategic. Think about what and how you can be doing to work your way through and the way forward.
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2020-07-0903 min
Retail Level UpHow to Have an A+ Career and LifeLearn 4 simple steps to improve your ability to have an A+ career and life, even in times of uncertainty. Awareness. Action. Attraction. Accountability.
If you want to have an A+ career and life, and want to get there faster, hire a coach. Retail Level Up will help you with achieving your goals.
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2020-07-0904 min
Retail Level UpSuccess Is An Inside JobOur ability to succeed or not starts with whether or not we believe in ourselves. Learn how to start with your thoughts of what you want, move to what you could and should be doing, and get to where you decide what you WILL do, in order to succeed.
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Long live brick and mortar!!
2020-07-0503 min
Retail Level UpHow Can We?We all face challenges in both our personal and professional lives. How we react to an event, over which we have very little control, will dictate how successful we are as we come out the other side.
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Long live brick and mortar!!
2020-07-0403 min
Retail Level UpReaching Your Fullest PotentialLearn two simple steps to help you reach your fullest potential. These two simple steps can be done by everyone, everyday and will help you get amazing results.
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2020-06-2604 min
Retail Level UpFailing ForwardLearn the differences in the behaviors of someone who tends to be the victim (failing backward) and those who learn (failing forward) from their challenges, set-backs, and disappointments. "Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it." ~ Charles Swindoll, author
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2020-06-2603 min
Peíl Adore GAA Football PodcastMick and Mc's GAA Football Podcast #7 With Longford Footballer Mickey QuinnThe lads were joined with current Longford Star Mickey Quinn to chat about the GAA's roadmap to get back to playing, his current training regime and also look at his time in Australia.
2020-06-2553 min
Retail Level UpThe 5 Stages of Change - How Having a Coach HelpsWhen we decide to make a change, we go through 5 stages. These 5 stages happen to all of us, whenever we are trying to make a significant change. A lot of people get tripped up by Stage 3 - the Valley of Despair! But don't quit!! Don't give up and go back to the way things used to be. You didn't like that to begin with. Don't go backwards! This is where a coach can help.
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2020-06-1804 min
Retail Level UpActions Speak Louder Than Words - Retail Store Best PracticesWhether it's apparent to you or not, as a leader, your team is observing everything you say and do. Learn some best practices in how to be an effective leader.
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Long live brick and mortar!!
2020-06-1802 minRetail Level UpPerformance Gut Check - Retail Store Best PracticesLearn key skills in how to be a more effective leader. Before you pounce on your people for doing something wrong, ask yourself these questions.
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Long live brick and mortar!!
2020-06-1802 min
Retail Level UpYou Can't Cut Your Way To Success - Retail Store Best PracticesLearn about a common mistake some retailers make when it comes to labor and staffing of their brick-and-mortar stores. When sales are down, it is tempting to cut back on staffing because it's an easy way to reduce expenses. But wait! That is a slippery slope: the more you reduce staffing, the less attention customers receive, the less compelling their experience, the less inclined they are to buy, the more you reduce your sales.
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2020-06-1802 min
Retail Level UpWhat's Within Your Control? - Retail Store Best PracticesWeather can wreck havoc with a store's foot traffic, but you can't control the weather. Learn about what you CAN control and how this important tip is key to driving your sales results.
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Long live brick and mortar!!
2020-06-1802 min
GAA & GYMGAA & GYM - EP. 7 ; MICKEY BURKEMickey Burke joined me on episode 7 of the podcast, we really dived deep into mickey's mindset and how he has used that as a massive advanatge to him. Mickey also chatted about some of the tips and methods he has used to stay in the game for so long. Check out Mickeys instagram for a constant source of Motiovation... https://www.instagram.com/mickey_burke__the_honeybadger/?hl=en
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