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Tell Me Something Good About Retail

Bob Phibbs, The Retail Doc
Retail
Salesrx
Amazon
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Hallmark Business Connections
Retail Experience
Extreme Meetings
Franchising
Resale
Automotive Retail
Social Media Marketing
Brand Building
Attention and Trust
Leadership
Layoffs
Personalization
Leigh's Fashions
Training
Direct Mail
Return On Investment

Conversations with retailers and their suppliers that shine a light on the most positive aspects of retail. Get tips about competing in brick and mortar retail, resources for retail sales training, retail-specific marketing advice, ways to make your retail operations run more smoothly, and much more. New episodes release every week!

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Latest Episodes

Brian Travilla with OffScript returns to discuss his evolution from retail leader to Amazon executive—and what happened when that chapter abruptly ended.

In this episode, Brian shares:

• His transition from traditional retail (Petco) to Amazon’s lo... more

This episode explores how social media is changing the way people choose where to buy long before they ever walk into a store. Bob talks with Russell Richardson, better known as Russ Flips Whips, about his path from washing cars at 15 to becoming a t... more

How do independent retailers build stores customers love while avoiding the trap of looking like every other shop?

In this episode of Tell Me Something Good About Retail, Bob Phibbs talks with Lockwood founder Mackenzi Farquer and Rachel Thomas from... more

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John Robison didn't follow a traditional path. After engineering sound effects for Kiss and designing early video games, he built a thriving luxury automotive service business by rejecting the dealership playbook. In this episode, John explains why l... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Travilla
Founder of OffScript Coaching; former leader at Petco and Amazon
OffScript Coaching / Petco / Amazon
Episode: Losing the Job, Keeping the Purpose
Russell Richardson
Sales trainer and car sales influencer known online as Russ Flips Whips
Independent (works with multiple dealerships)
Episode: Russ Flips Whips on Turning Views Into Sales
John Elder Robison
Automotive restorer, best-selling author on neurodiversity
Robison Service; Springfield Automotive Complex
Episode: Community Beats Cheap Every Time Episode: 140
Tyler Gordon
co-CEO of Basecamp Franchising, behind Uptown Cheapskate and Kid2Kid
Basecamp Franchising
Episode: Scaling Resale with Franchising
Brian Walter
Celebrated professional speaker, Cavett Award winner
Extreme Meetings / SalesRx / Sticky Training
Episode: From Wiener Hats To Wisdom
Rebecca Weirda
Owner of Leigh's Fashions, luxury women's specialty store
Leigh's Fashions
Episode: From Flat Sales to Record Breaking
Patrick McCullough
President of Hallmark Business Connections
Hallmark
Episode: Retail’s Secret? Greeting Cards
Tom Sullivan
Founder of Lumber Liquidators and Cabinets to Go
Lumber Liquidators / Cabinets to Go
Episode: Finding Ways to Say Yes Always
Tammy Kettermans
Owner/leader of Veterans Jewelers in Leesburg, Virginia
Kettermans / Veterans Jewelers
Episode: Finding Ways to Say Yes Always

Host

Bob Phibbs
Host of Tell Me Something Good About Retail

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • SO enjoyed the Jim Fielding Episode

    This is such a refreshing episode, and podcast in general. I appreciated the balance of candor and optimism.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BekkiCait
    Canadaa year ago
  • The true champion of Experiential Retail

    Bob finds the right guests and topics that entertain and educate. I was very lucky to be a guest and look forward to every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jimmydf
    United States2 years ago
  • Informative and entertaining!

    Not only was the episode with Nolan Wheeler informative, but also entertaining! You two were great together. Nothing beats listening to genuine people who care about the industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Retail1045
    Canada3 years ago
  • Great Content

    Bob is a great host who guides a content rich and entertaining discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shep Hyken
    United States3 years ago
  • The Retail Doc knows his stuff!

    Guest Richard Shapiro on "Creating Human Connection" said "My father viewed his store as an extension of his home" where every customer was welcomed as a person first and a customer second. This resonated with me, as I worked retail for a long time.

    This is typical of Bob's viewpoint and it shows in his guests. The most successful retailers make their customers feel important - they make them feel that they really want to improve (customers') lives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike GMK
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners praise the host's candor and optimism and the show's balance between entertainment and practical retail insight.
Guests are described as entertaining, knowledgeable, and impactful for retailers.
Episodes are viewed as informative, actionable, and rich with real-world examples from diverse retailers.

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From Flat Sales to Record Breaking
Q: What role does training play in your success?
Training is central: Rebecca personally trains every employee using SalesRx content to ensure consistent messaging and service, complemented by a culture that hires for attitude and maintains high standards, which keeps the customer experience aligned and thriving.
From Flat Sales to Record Breaking
Q: What happened in June and how did you recover?
Sales were down and energy felt flat; Rebecca describes a leadership moment where she confronted the team, reset expectations, and re-invested in staff while increasing training and standards, which contributed to a dramatic rebound in July and beyond.
From Flat Sales to Record Breaking
Q: Tell us a little bit about Leigh's and the kind of woman you dress and the brands you carry.
Rebecca explains Leigh's as a large, 13,000-square-foot store that offers a broad mix—from contemporary to designer labels—with a focus on giving each customer a personalized, high-level experience that makes them feel special. The business emphasizes a strong service culture and curated assortments rather than chasing the lowest price.
Losing the Job, Keeping the Purpose
Q: If one of your former team members said, Brian should have seen this coming, would they be right?
Yes and no. While there were signs I could have anticipated, the fast pace of Amazon required self-management and proactive communication; ultimately, leadership is about balance between foresight and empowering others to adapt.
Losing the Job, Keeping the Purpose
Q: What version of Brian from eight years ago wouldn't survive today?
The Brian who would simply follow direction without questioning, seeking to understand, and engaging in Socratic debate would not survive; adaptability and a willingness to challenge the status quo are essential.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tell Me Something Good About Retail

What is Tell Me Something Good About Retail about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations with retailers and suppliers spotlights positive retail leadership, frontline training, and experiential shopping experiences. Episodes frequently explore how brick-and-mortar stores compete in a digital era, practical sales training, storytelling in marketing, and building lasting customer relationships through high-touch service. Notable are deep-dives into CX, brand partnerships, and hands-on strategies from owners and industry leaders, plus actionable tactics like staff development, scent-driven loyalty, and data-informed direct mail. The show often features guests who build or coach successful retail teams, with a clear emphasis on practical impact over theory, making it valuable for listeners who run stores, manage teams... more

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Recent guests on Tell Me Something Good About Retail include:

1. Brian Travilla
2. Russell Richardson
3. John Elder Robison
4. Tyler Gordon
5. Brian Walter
6. Rebecca Weirda
7. Patrick McCullough
8. Tom Sullivan

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