Show Notes (Dive Version)

Episode Title: The Glass Cage: Safety & Awareness (Episode 73)

Episode Description: "You are the fish in the fishbowl."

Working the counter—especially at night—can feel like being on display. And to a criminal, a distracted clerk is an open invitation.

In this episode of Dive, Mike Hernandez teaches you how to turn your visibility into your greatest defense. We discuss why "Aggressive Hospitality" scares away thieves, why your phone is your biggest safety risk, and how to use the "3-Second Rule" to control the energy in your store.

What You Will Learn:

• The Glass Cage: Understanding that you are always being watched, and how to use that to your advantage.
• Aggressive Hospitality: Why a loud greeting is more effective than a security camera.
• The 3-Second Rule: The window of time you have to establish dominance when a customer walks in.
• The Lucas Plan: Mike shares his personal story of taking 25 years to earn his degree—proving that it's never too late to finish what you started.

Resources & Links:

• 📲 Download the Robbery Deterrent Checklist: Text the word SAFE to 956-897-9192.