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Forging Bonds and Fueling Progress: Leadership Insights from Josh Habre

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Struggling to grow your footwear retail business without getting overwhelmed? Josh Habre shares how he expanded from 6 to 15 stores, mastered acquisitions over openings, and built a leadership structure that fuels success. Learn how to apply EOS systems, decision-making frameworks, and succession planning to your business—whether you're a single-store retailer or managing multiple locations.

💡 Key Takeaways:
→ How to scale a retail business the smart way
→ Why acquiring existing stores can be a better strategy than opening new ones
→ How to structure your leadership team for sustainable success
→ The key to preventing burnout while growing your business
→ What makes a retail business attractive for acquisition

📧 Connect with Josh:

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📩 Connect with Pete:

Email: [email protected]

Website: Shoetopia

Podcast: The Footwear Retailer Podcast

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The shift starts here.

This episode of The Footwear Retailer is proudly sponsored by the National Shoe Retailers Association.

NSRA supports independent footwear retailers with tools, connections, education, and resources to help you run a stronger business.

To learn more about the benefits of membership or to sign up, visit:
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Pete Mohr is a longtime footwear retailer, business coach, and owner of two Shoetopia stores in Ontario, Canada, helping business owners build stronger companies that support a better life.

To learn more about Pete's programs and coaching or to book a free initial chat about your business goals, visit:
https://pete-mohr.com/

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