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FTV: Boutique Owner Myths Debunked with Sara Burks

Boutique Chat - February 16, 2024 12:40 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
 Sara Burks, our director of partnerships and education at The Boutique Hub, and I go over Boutique Owner Myths Debunked in this Season 2 episode — which was the topic of one of our breakout sessions at the 2019 Boutique Summit. No matter where you’re at in your business journey, it's alwa...

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FTV: How to be more Productive as a Business Owner with Ashley Alderson

Boutique Chat - February 09, 2024 14:46 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
“It’s so common today to hear the word busy. Everybody is busy. But the question is, are you busy doing the right things?” In this episode from Season 3, I talk about how I’ve learned to think like a CEO, prioritize my time and set necessary boundaries, and I outline my top tips for How to b...

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6 Lessons Business Owners Can Learn from Taylor Swift

Boutique Chat - February 06, 2024 14:06 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
As I wrap up Season 5 of the podcast, I want to talk about where we are in the industry, where there’s opportunity right now, how to approach marketing your business in 2024 ... but mainly I want to talk about Taylor Swift! Whether you like her music or not, you can’t deny that Taylor Swift ha...

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Discover more MAGIC in 2024 with Kelly Helfman, President of MAGIC

Boutique Chat - February 02, 2024 13:37 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
I’m so excited to welcome back to the show one of my favorite guests and BFFs, Kelly Helfman, President of MAGIC. And we have some BIG news to share with you! Of course, I first get the inside scoop on emerging trends and what we can expect at the upcoming MAGIC events in Las Vegas, New York ...

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A Masterclass on Building and Scaling a Brand with Sam Paik, State of Fashion / YZE Agency

Boutique Chat - January 30, 2024 15:10 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
This week I am talking to one of my favorite people in the industry who’s advised me, encouraged me, brainstormed with me … and pushed me to eat more than just meatballs! In addition to being a good friend and foodie, Sam has worked in every single corner of the fashion industry and has such ama...

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FTV: Legal Tips for Small Businesses with Andrea Sager, founder and CEO of The Legalpreneur

Boutique Chat - January 26, 2024 15:40 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
On this episode of the #BoutiqueChat Podcast, Andrea Sager joined me for Legal Tips for Small Businesses. As an attorney and former boutique owner, Andrea knows all the legal information small business owners may overlook. I chatted with her in season 3 about how to choose the right entity, ho...

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How Regional Markets Can Benefit Your Business with Tara Thorn, Cedar and Cypress Designs

Boutique Chat - January 23, 2024 14:41 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
Today we’re talking all things market – what sets regional markets apart from national shows, the benefits of both, the importance of attending market, and tips for success while there. In addition to being the owner and founder of Cedar and Cypress Designs, my friend Tara Thorn is also on the...

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FTV: Scaling from Entrepreneur to CEO with host Ashley Alderson

Boutique Chat - January 19, 2024 13:43 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
I reflected on some of my personal experiences as a business owner in this solo episode on Season 3. When I started to look backward through the evolution of The Hub, I identified five steps that I think we took to grow our business and that I have seen mirrored in other businesses.  I call th...

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If You Don’t Adapt, It’s Not Going To Work with Taylor Jones McClellan, The Tiny Closet

Boutique Chat - January 16, 2024 13:58 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
Diversifying sources of revenue, building a personal brand, social media marketing and running a business through different seasons of life – Taylor and I talk about it all in this episode!  The founder of The Tiny Closet, Taylor Jones McClellan is back on the podcast to update us on her lif...

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FTV: 12 Crucial Tips for Boutique Owner Success with Sara Burks

Boutique Chat - January 12, 2024 15:19 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
In this episode, I was joined by our retail professor Sara Burks to talk about the 2020 Retail Bootcamp and go through our 12 Crucial Tips for Boutique Owner Success that were a key focus of the course. Retail Bootcamp isn’t just for those who feel their business is failing; your business...

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How EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) Can Transform Your Business and Team with Tom Wesner, founder of EOS Worldwide

Boutique Chat - January 09, 2024 14:52 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
This episode is a little different. This week I am joined by my business coach Tom Wesner of EOS Worldwide — so you’re going to get all the juicy details of what it’s really like at The Hub behind the scenes! Aside from reminding me of the things I need to continue to work on, Tom breaks down w...

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FTV: How To Maximize Your Market Experience with Amy Harper, DMC Sr. Vice President of Retail Development and Market Services

Boutique Chat - January 05, 2024 14:41 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
Dallas Market Center’s Amy Harper joined me in Season 2 for How to Maximize Your Market Experience. In this episode, Amy gives some amazing tips on attending to market, whether it’s your first time or you are a veteran buyer! She gives us valuable information on why going market is so importan...

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Key Components of the Six Layers of Retail in 2024 with Sara Burks, Director of Partnerships & Education at The Boutique Hub

Boutique Chat - January 02, 2024 15:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
Our very own retail professor is back on the podcast! Today Sara Burks, Director of Partnerships and Education at The Boutique Hub, is joining me to dive into the six essential pieces of growing and mastering your business, which we refer to as the Six Layers of Retail, and the most important co...

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FTV: Creating a Strategic Marketing Plan for Your Business, with Brand Expert DruStew

Boutique Chat - December 29, 2023 19:51 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
What does it mean to sit down and create a strategic marketing plan for your business?  In Season 1, I visited about it with my friend Dru Stewart, a marketing and branding expert who works with Cactus Ropes, Pro Equine Group, Hatco, and many more.  Not only do we cover marketing strategies wor...

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Prepping for the New Year: Reflections on 2023 and Predictions for 2024

Boutique Chat - December 26, 2023 21:16 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
This is my favorite week of the year! I know things may still be chaotic for you with inventory reduction sales and taking inventory. But in the busy that it can bring, I think this week between Christmas and New Years is one of the most reflective — which is why I love it so much! I personally ...

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FTV: Tips to Create a Profitable Ecommerce Business with Erin Hooley, Bailey’s Blossoms

Boutique Chat - December 22, 2023 16:47 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
Erin Hooley, founder of Bailey’s Blossoms, joined me in Season 3 for Tips to Create a Profitable Ecommerce Business. Erin is a living example of being more successful by knowing her numbers. She goes in-depth on conversion rates, branding, and how she manages business and motherhood. But there...

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7 Quick Tips for End of Year

Boutique Chat - December 19, 2023 22:48 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
We’re all wrapping up 2023, which means it’s time to reorganize, reflect and get ready for the new year. And while we are all tired and we’re busy and we’re ready to spend the holidays with our families, there are so many opportunities we can take advantage of during this time to close out the y...

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FTV: Strategies for Social Media Success with Shannon Gordon, Social Media Manager at The Boutique Hub

Boutique Chat - December 15, 2023 11:02 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
Shannon Gordon, Social Media Manager at the Boutique Hub and former boutique owner, joined me on the podcast at the beginning of Season 3 to talk Strategies for Social Media Success.  In this episode, Shannon gives us her back story on becoming a young, working mother and wanting to turn her...

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Simplifying Banking and Small Business Loans with Tracey Smiskey, Northwestern Bank

Boutique Chat - December 12, 2023 13:13 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
It may be uncomfortable, and you may not like it, but building a good relationship and regularly checking in with your banker is just as necessary as going to the doctor.  Today I am talking to my good friend Tracey Smiskey all about banking. As the EAU Claire Area Market President at Northwes...

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FTV: Tips From a Successful Boutique Owner with Alison Grooms, Jules & James

Boutique Chat - December 08, 2023 13:10 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
I was so fortunate to have Alison Grooms, owner of Jules & James Boutique, join me on the show for Tips From a Successful Boutique Owner. In this episode from Season 3, Alison goes over everything and anything you can think of when it comes to owning a boutique. You'll hear her go over lives ...

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How to Plan, Buy and Manage Your Inventory in 2024 with Mary Landgrebe, Management One

Boutique Chat - December 05, 2023 14:17 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
“You can’t be successful at marketing or sales unless you have a good handle on your inventory.” Get ready to hear some straight-up real talk with my good friend Mary Landgrebe of Management One. We dive into the tough conversations that are being had right now in our industry and the challeng...

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FTV: 6 Steps to the Perfect Purchase, with Bob Negan, Founder of WhizBang! Retail

Boutique Chat - December 01, 2023 16:06 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
In case you missed it in Season 1, Bob Negan, founder of WhizBang! Retail Training, joined me on the show to share the secrets to building a successful business. Early on in Bob’s retail career, he realized that making the customer happy is the most important thing in sales. Not just accepti...

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Dig In and Do the Hard Thing with Anais Almazan, Pretty & Pink Boutique

Boutique Chat - November 28, 2023 16:01 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
No one knows the meaning of hard work and perseverance better than my guest today, Anais Almazan, the founder and owner of Pretty & Pink Boutique. I want to encourage you all to listen to this episode because her story is truly inspiring! I may even shed a tear or two during this one.  Anais f...

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How to Make the Most of the Holiday Season: 5 Tips To Close the Year Out Strong

Boutique Chat - November 21, 2023 14:15 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
I know this year in retail has been like the gauntlet; it has been a challenge. That’s why making most of the holiday season is more important than ever this year. So, I want to share some tips to help you not only survive and hit revenue goals in the fourth quarter but to really finish out the ...

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FTV: Collaborating with an Influencer with Shaley Ham, West Desperado

Boutique Chat - November 17, 2023 11:30 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
Shaley Ham joined me in Season 2 for Collaborating with an Influencer. Shaley starts by giving us background on how she grew to become an Instagram influencer. She gives us some extensive and valuable knowledge on the correct ways to work closely with an influencer and LOTS of tips and tricks ...

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Encouraging Consumers to Shop Small First and Celebrating the 4th Annual Pink Friday

Boutique Chat - November 14, 2023 14:41 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
This is a big week! The 4th annual Pink Friday is this Friday, and I am so excited to celebrate with all of you. This year will be bigger and better than ever with more than 5,000 boutiques around the world will be taking part in Pink Friday. There’s nothing I love more than seeing boutiques a...

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FTV: 7 Ways to Get More Bang for Your Buck When it Comes to Pricing Your Products

Boutique Chat - November 10, 2023 11:30 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
Whether you're an experienced boutique owner or just a beginner, this episode may have you rethink your old pricing ways. This Season 2 solo still resonates, and in it I go over some important topics such as turn rates, how to rethink markdowns, and why your pricing is unique to your business....

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10 Takeaways from the First 10 Months of 2023

Boutique Chat - November 07, 2023 14:50 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
I’ve rounded up 10 of my favorite lessons, tips and words of wisdom offered by guests this season all in one episode!  You’ll hear from Ferne Boutique’s Laura Horwath on the importance of networking; Little Details Boutique owner Jessica Throneburg on perseverance and size inclusivity; Ange...

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FTV: Marketing to Your Audience on a Personal Level with Erica Kelley, Whiskey Darling

Boutique Chat - November 03, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
Erica Kelley, founder of Whiskey Darling Boutique, joined me in Season 2 to talk about Marketing to Your Audience On a Personal Level. Erica’s mission is empowering women of every shape and size to be themselves and knowing they can feel confident in her boutique’s clothing. Erica covers other...

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Ask Ashley Anything! Listener Questions Part 2

Boutique Chat - October 31, 2023 13:33 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 805 ratings
This week I’m at my kitchen table for another edition of Ask Ashley Anything, and I’m doing my best to answer all of your questions! You guys submitted so many great questions, not only about your business growth and strategy but also work-life balance and personal development. I do my best...

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