
If I could go back to my first day in retail, I’d tell myself this 1 thing: Always put the consumer first. It sounds simple, but trust me, it’s the foundation of everything. When you start out, it’s easy to get caught up in what you think is right for the business. You chase the latest trends, push products you love, or get lost in your own ideas. But the truth is, the customer’s needs should always drive your decisions. Look at Apple. They don’t just launch new products, they beta test with re…