S1 E11 - Still in the Fight - The Importance of Aisle Accountability

In this episode of Still in the Fight, Art Freedman, Mike Costello, and Rob Feiler dive deep into the foundation of great retail merchandising: Aisle Accountability and Ownership.Discover why assigning real estate on the sales floor is a game-changer for employee development, how simple routines build a "ready-for-business" culture, and why the golden rule remains: Every item has a home, a price, and an owner. Key Takeaways:Start Small, Grow Fast: How giving new hires ownership of a 4-foot section builds immediate pride and confidence.The Danger of "Group Ownership": Why making store conditions "everyone's job" means it ends up being nobody's job.Coaching on the Front Lines: Transforming store walks from policing into positive reinforcement—and throwing more high-fives.Have a topic you want us to cover? Drop a comment or email Art directly at [email protected]. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and stay in the fight!