As we reflect on this year and the multiple and still-ongoing effects of the pandemic, we are inspired once again by the resilience and perseverance of independent retailers.
Then we saw a comment – true, from an unexpected source – about dealing with adversity that seems particularly relevant to retailers.
Then we saw a comment – true, from an unexpected source – about dealing with adversity that seems particularly relevant to retailers.
Remember Cher, the entertainer? (And conservationist and philanthropist.) In a recent interview, she was asked by Christine Amanpour about how she has dealt with adversity and setbacks (like bankruptcy) throughout her career.
Isn't that the perfect example of surviving as a retailer?
Be a bumper car! When adversity strikes, bounce off and find a new direction. And then keep at it.
And one more thing retailers can identify with: how many "Farewell Tours" has Cher had so far? If you've said "Farewell" to something, even your store, get cracking on your next idea.
Especially in 2020-21, we all can benefit by taking Cher's advice. Be a bumper car!
- Cher's response: "I always thought of myself as a bumper car. I thought if I hit the wall, well, I would just bounce off and head a new direction."
Isn't that the perfect example of surviving as a retailer?
Be a bumper car! When adversity strikes, bounce off and find a new direction. And then keep at it.
And one more thing retailers can identify with: how many "Farewell Tours" has Cher had so far? If you've said "Farewell" to something, even your store, get cracking on your next idea.
Especially in 2020-21, we all can benefit by taking Cher's advice. Be a bumper car!