The Retail Leadership Lens

In the fast-paced world of retail and D2C, I see so many boards that know they should be planning for the future. Yet, the conversation is always pushed to "after peak trading" or "once this transformation project lands." The problem is, a sudden resignation or a health scare does not wait for a convenient time. When it arrives, the board is forced to react under immense pressure, instead of calmly choosing from a set of well-prepared options.

Feeling like your retail leadership job search is stuck on repeat? You’re not alone. It’s a strange time. You send out applications that feel perfect, you have conversations that seem promising, and then… silence. Or worse, you get feedback that feels so generic it could apply to anyone. The market is crowded, decision-making seems to have slowed to a crawl, and the goalposts for what employers want appear to be shifting daily.

Losing a job is tough. There's no getting around it. It can shake your confidence, disrupt your routine, and leave you feeling lost and uncertain. But it's also an opportunity, a chance to reassess your goals, acquire new skills, and ultimately, find a role that's even more fulfilling. Let’s talk about how to bounce back and land on your feet.

Think about it: what’s the first thing that springs to mind when you consider the success of your organisation? For me, it's people. And those people need to be healthy, happy and engaged. We need to think of employee well-being as an asset.