In this episode of Sorry, It’s Discontinued, Hilary gets real about the “Mean Girl” energy that can take over retail counters, back rooms, and even leadership meetings — and how fear-based goals, gossip, and competition can destroy teamwork.

From luxury beauty floors to corporate sales meetings, Hilary unpacks what really happens when kindness gets mistaken for weakness — and why choosing grace, empathy, and integrity will always be the ultimate power move.

💄 She dives into how company culture shapes this behavior, what happens when fear replaces trust, and why brands like Sephora, Rare Beauty, Costco, and H-E-B prove that kindness isn’t just good energy — it’s good business.

This episode explores how you can protect your peace, build genuine community, and rise above the mean-girl chaos — one smile and one act of kindness at a time.

👑 Because being mean might get attention… but kindness? That’s the real crown.

💋Have a discontinued favorite or retail story? Share it with Hilary here!

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