Running a business isn’t just about profits and products—it’s about purpose, passion, and, sometimes, pivoting when things don’t go as planned. In today’s Retail Therapy episode, we’re diving into all of that with two incredible guests: Andrea Spresser, a seasoned retailer, and Kareen Walsh, a business strategist and therapist.

Andrea shares her journey of growing her store since 2009, tripling her revenue after relocating in 2019, and navigating the challenges when her manager retired. She’s now back in the driver’s seat, managing her business, but grappling with the big question: “Is this what I want to do long-term?”

On the other side, Kareen Walsh brings her expertise in conscious leadership and sustainable business growth. She helps entrepreneurs align their business strategies with their core values, avoid burnout, and reconnect with their *why*. Together, we explore how to balance personal wellness with professional success, the importance of choosing a business that aligns with your purpose, and how to stay connected to yourself while growing your brand.

Whether you’re a business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone feeling a bit off in your current journey, this episode is packed with insights to help you realign and refresh your perspective.

[2:47] Meet Andrea and Kareen: Retailer and Therapist with unique insights
[6:46] Andrea’s retail journey: From launching in 2009 to tripling revenue in 2019
[11:17] Facing an “off year” and the awakening that followed
[14:32] The power of redoing your front window (literally and metaphorically)
[16:12] Why choosing the right business matters
[18:09] Redefining the role women play in entrepreneurship
[19:24] How to sustain your personal wellness while growing a business
[20:20] When it’s time to change your business trajectory
[26:00] Picking the strategy that works for you
[28:08] Hiring operators to handle the business so you can focus on growth
[29:52] Reconnecting with yourself—and your business—in a meaningful way

Get all of the resources in the show notes on our website: https://rootedinretail.com/episodes/reconnecting-with-your-business-and-yourself-retail-therapy-session-with-andrea-of-all-about-u/

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