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Designing for Success: How Smart Retail Environments Boost Footwear Sales with Lyn Falk
Season 1 Episode 17
What makes a customer want to stay, browse—and buy?
In this episode of The Footwear Retailer Podcast, Pete Mohr sits down with retail strategist Lyn Falk of RetailWorks to talk about the psychology behind great store design. With over 30 years of experience helping independent retailers create high-converting spaces, Lyn shares what actually works when it comes to layout, signage, lighting, scent, and customer flow.
Whether you're opening a new location or just need a fresh perspective, this episode will help you see your store through your customers' eyes—and make smarter decisions that drive more sales.
Topics covered:
→ The biggest mistakes in independent retail design
→ How store flow impacts customer behavior
→ The right way to use scent and lighting
→ Why signage is often overlooked but crucial
→ Quick wins for a weekend refresh
→ When and how to consider a full redesign
→ The role of emotional and sensory engagement in buying decisions
Connect with Lyn Falk:
Website: https://RetailWorksInc.com
Email: lfalk@retailworksinc.com
Connect with Pete Mohr:
Website: simplifyingentrepreneurship.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/petemohr
Podcast: thefootwearretailer.com
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