The Footwear Retailer
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!”
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The Footwear Retailer
Delivering the Perfect Purchase: Sales Success with Bob Negen
In this episode of The Footwear Retailer Podcast, Pete Mohr welcomes retail expert Bob Negen of WhizBang! Retail Training. They discuss how independent retailers can thrive by creating a customer-first culture, mastering sales techniques, and providing exceptional experiences that keep customers coming back. Bob shares his “Perfect Purchase” framework and insights from his decades of retail expertise.
Key Takeaways:
• How to implement a sales-focused culture that prioritizes care and experience.
• The power of empathy and connection in driving retail success.
• Practical tips for creating structured sales training programs.
Guest and Host Information:
→ Connect with Bob Negen:
LinkedIn: Bob Negen, Retail Expert
FB: Bob Negen
Website: Whizbang Retail Training
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→ Access more episodes and resources: TheFootwearRetailer.com
Action Step:
Evaluate your current sales culture and identify one way to make it more customer-focused. Begin training your team to deliver the perfect purchase every time.
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