What's Your Retail Success Style?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  How do you feel when you start work in the morning?

  • A.
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    There’s so much to do. I start on what grabs my attention first.
  • B.
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    I see progress but I like considering my big projects a little longer.
  • C.
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    Excited. I’ve got my priorities for the day mapped out and my calendar planned.
• 2.
  Which is most like you when it comes to getting important things done in your business?

  • A.
    I’m working. I’m busy. But I’m not moving forward.
  • B.
    I start with a plan but am often distracted from what matters most.
  • C.
    I set very specific goals for myself and accomplish 1–3 important tasks daily.
• 3.
  How are you when it comes to decision-making?

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    I put off making big decisions. I don’t want to make a mistake that could hurt my business.
  • B.
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    I spend a lot of time weighing the pros and cons before I make decisions.
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    I’m fairly decisive. I know that I can change my mind later if things don’t work out.
• 4.
  How clear are you about your business vision and goals?

  • A.
    I’m having trouble getting clear about what I really want and where I’m going.
  • B.
    I change my mind from time to time but I’m mostly clear.
  • C.
    I know exactly where my business is going and how I’m going to get there.
• 5.
  Are you happy with your bottom line?

  • A.
    No. I’m working so hard but have very little to show for it.
  • B.
    Somewhat. I’m profitable, but I’m working harder than I want to.
  • C.
    Yes. Now that I’m achieving my revenue goals, I want to find out how to work even smarter.
• 6.
  How much of your workday do you spend doing things you love AND that bring you the results you want?

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    20%. The rest of the time, I’m working on keeping my business running.
  • B.
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    50%. I’d like to see more results without sacrificing my happiness.
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    80%. I feel like I’ve gotten the hang of this work-life balance thing.

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Renegade Merchant

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  You’re spontaneous, a free spirit, an independent thinker. Passion led you to your retail success. While your drive to make a meaningful difference on the world through your business is motivation enough, you’re looking for a bit more structure to make sure that success is sustainable. The secret to long term growth for you, Merchant Maverick, lies in identifying your PERSONAL values. Find out what’s important to you as a human, not just as an entrepreneur. In The Merchant Map, we’ll learn together what fuels your passion and put together a plan to reignite the spark that got you to where you are today. You’ll develop specific processes and calendars that speak to your values AND your business. Don’t fight WHO you are. See how The Merchant Map works for Merchant Mavericks!
• 2.
  Creative Director

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  You’re a creative thinker who flies by the seat of your pants. You think outside the box and come up with unique solutions and ideas. Sometimes, you could use a bit of structure to help you stay on task. You thrive in flexibly structured environments that allow just enough room to flex your creative muscles while also keeping you focused — but finding that balance can be difficult. Creative Entrepreneurs need a plan that allows for creative time but creates just enough accountability to move towards BIG goals. The Merchant Map will show you how to avoid pitfalls, like forgetting to take care of the not-so-creative parts of your business. But we’ll do it in a way that works for you and your unique style. Don’t fight WHO you are! See how The Merchant Map works for Creative Entrepreneurs.
• 3.
  Head Strategist

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  You’re confident and focused. Your organizational skills have led you to develop structured processes that keep your business running smoothly. But maybe you’ve plateaued, and you’re ready to take your business to the next level. The key for you, Chief Retail Officer, is when you delegate responsibilities, spread accountability, and promote a sense of shared success. Create a plan to lead most effectively in your business, in a way that’s specific to YOUR personal leadership style. With The Merchant Map, you’ll understand that and more! Here’s just a sample of what you get: - A comprehensive values assessment to determine your PERSONAL values - How to create a business plan that caters to your personal values- An actionable blueprint for moving forward in your retail business Don’t fight WHO you are! See how The Merchant Map works for Chief Retail Officers. P.S. The Merchant Map is GREAT teamwide training for your general, store, or department managers, too!