Latest Retailstoreowner Podcast Episodes
167. How I Broke My Addiction to Checking Email
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - May 04, 2023 11:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsDo you ever find yourself checking your email inbox over and over again throughout the day? It’s so common among entrepreneurs, especially when we have customer service questions, discussions with employees/vendors/contractors, and other critical information delivered to us via email. If you’...
166. Business Lessons Learned From Luis, the Uber Driver
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - April 27, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsOn a recent trip to Miami, my family and I took an incredible Uber ride—and learned some surprising business lessons from our driver, Luis! Listen in to learn the three key things every business owner should focus on and what we should never underestimate when running a business. For show n...
165. Square Versus Shopify for Brick and Mortar Stores
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - April 20, 2023 11:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsChoosing a point-of-sale (POS) system is one of the first and most impactful decisions that an indie retailer makes. Your POS software and hardware are how you collect payment for the goods you offer in your store, and in some cases, they’re also the tech supporting your e-commerce website! If...
164. The Top Five Reasons Why Independent Retail Stores Fail
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - April 13, 2023 11:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsIn this episode, we're going to talk about something that isn't always pleasant, but that we have to tackle: why independent retail stores fail. From stubborn and arrogant owners to poor financial management and lack of systems, we'll explore how these factors can lead to the downfall of a re...
163. How to Use AI and Chat GPT for Your Retail Business
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - April 06, 2023 11:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsWe’d all love to automate more tasks in our retail businesses, especially when there’s so much for us to do each day! Well there’s a new type of software on the scene that some retailers are finding helpful for writing-related tasks. It’s artificial intelligence software, particularly chat te...
BONUS Episode: Tickets are now available for the 2023 Savvy Shopkeeper Virtual Conference!
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - April 05, 2023 20:43 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsTickets to the 2023 Savvy Shopkeeper Virtual Conference, "Plant Seeds For Retail Growth" are now available! 2-Day Event: Sunday, May 21, 2023 and Monday, May 22, 2023; 11am - 6pm EST Momentum Day: Tuesday, May 23, 2023 Listen to this episode to learn all about this year's Virtual Conferenc...
162. What the Savvy Shopkeeper Quiz Is Teaching Me About Indie Retailers
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - March 30, 2023 11:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsIt’s the first anniversary of the Savvy Shopkeeper Quiz! In that time, nearly a thousand brick-and-mortar store owners have taken the quiz. The quiz helps retailers identify what stage of their shopkeeping journey they’re in AND gives them a comprehensive roadmap of resources to help them wor...
161. How To Turn A Slow Season Into Profit
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - March 23, 2023 11:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsHitting a slow season in retail can be disheartening, especially for indie retailers. It’s easy to get discouraged when sales are down! But instead of focusing on the lack of sales, let’s consider how to make the most of your slow season—and what you can do to profit during it. Listen in to...
160. Surround Yourself With Big Thinkers and Action Takers
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - March 17, 2023 10:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsThe people you surround yourself with constantly influence everything you do, from the clothing you wear to how you run your business to what beliefs you hold! And while you can counteract some of this subconscious conditioning with your thoughts, it’s hard to do that if you don’t recognize t...
159. When Old Habits Lead To Burnout
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - March 09, 2023 12:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsIn Q4 of 2022, I found myself reverting to old thought patterns, adding more onto my already full plate, and finally driving myself to burnt-out exhaustion. It was a very tough season that anyone could find themselves in. In today’s episode, I’m sharing my experience with the river of misery,...
158. My First Las Vegas Market Visit & What I Learned
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - March 02, 2023 12:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsAfter several years of attending AmericasMart in Atlanta, I was thrilled to attend a new-to-me wholesale market: Las Vegas Market! We had so much fun seeing how Las Vegas Market compares to AmericasMart, connecting with vendors, and meeting up with members of Master Shopkeepers. Listen in ...
Bonus episode: Updates + Save the Date!
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - February 23, 2023 11:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsIn this bonus episode of the Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast I’m sharing some Savvy Shopkeeper updates and making an announcement! Follow me on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/savvyshopkeeper/ Learn more about The CoLab Events here: https://thecolabevents.com/ If you want to learn...
157. Do It For You With Anne Vagasky of Peachtree Street
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - February 16, 2023 12:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsMaster Shopkeeper Stories are back! The first of the series is Anne, a Master Shopkeeper member. Anne was set to take over her father’s consulting business when he retired. But another idea nagged at her: opening, running, and scaling a retail store. Anne’s dream took off quickly, with her ...
156. The Power of a Business Mastermind
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - February 09, 2023 12:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsJoining a business mastermind is both rewarding and intimidating, especially if you’ve never participated in one before! If you’re considering joining a business mastermind, then this episode is where you should start. Listen in to learn why masterminds are so valuable, the six things you sho...
155. Six Things Indie Retailers Should Know about Search Engine Optimization
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - February 02, 2023 12:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsYou’ve probably heard the term SEO before, but understanding what it means, why it’s essential, and how to implement it can be challenging! In today’s episode, I’m sharing how you can get more potential customers to visit your retail store’s website with six simple yet powerful search engine ...
154. My Personal Takeaways From AmericasMart 2023
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - January 26, 2023 12:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsEvery January, I’m excited to visit AmericasMart in Atlanta. Their annual market week is when we put in our orders for lots of the merchandise we carry in our store. It’s also an excellent opportunity to reconnect with our vendors, discover up-and-coming brands, and meet retailers from around th...
153. Why Isn't (Or Is) Your Retail Store Profitable?
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - January 19, 2023 12:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsThere’s a question that keeps lots of shopkeepers up at night: “How am I making money, but not making any money?!” They have revenue coming into their business, but they’re still unable to turn a profit or pay themselves. Unfortunately, that question will continue to keep them tossing and tur...
152. Working Full Time and Shopkeeping: Taking the Leap to Full-Time Entrepreneur
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - January 12, 2023 12:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsIf you dream of being your own boss and are still working in a full-time career, this episode is for you! In fact, this episode was inspired by two of our Master Shopkeepers members, Kate and Kristin. They’re both working in full-time careers and are store owners. They recently asked me a ser...
151. Ten Quick Retail Brick and Mortar Lease Tips
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - January 05, 2023 12:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsOne of the most important steps in opening a retail business is signing your lease. In today’s episode, I’m sharing ten tips about brick-and-mortar leases. Listen in to learn why you NEED a lease, a few helpful clauses/terms to look for, and who should sign your lease with you depending on wh...
150. Set Life Goals BEFORE Business Goals in 2023
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - December 29, 2022 12:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsSo many retail business owners open stores for flexibility and freedom, but all too often, that gets replaced with the hustle and grind. Our businesses tend to consume our whole lives, which makes us feel out of alignment. In today’s episode, I’m sharing my favorite quick exercise for evaluat...
149. Lighten Your Mental Load By Making Data-Driven Decisions
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - December 22, 2022 12:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsWhen it comes to making decisions, it’s all too easy to get bogged down by mental drama. That’s why it is so helpful for your mental health as a business owner to LEAN ON DATA. In today’s episode, I’m sharing five examples of decisions that are easier to make with data AND how data-driven deci...
148. How To Start A Brick and Mortar Business
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - December 15, 2022 12:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsWhen I think back to BEFORE I opened my retail store, I remember the excitement, nervousness…and a person who truly had no idea what they were doing! I didn’t know what I didn’t know, and I had NO idea how much would be involved with opening. I was okay with not knowing. But goodness, I would...
147. Making Hard Decisions in Business
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - December 08, 2022 12:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsAfter months of deliberating, considering, and evaluating, I recently made the hard decision to close the Shopkeeper’s Lab and focus exclusively on Master Shopkeepers. In today’s episode, I’m sharing some of the GOOD that can come from a tough decision. Because as much as I work on my mindset,...
146. Eight Things Independent Retailers Can Expect in 2023
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - December 01, 2022 12:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsFull show notes for this episode are coming soon! Learn more about Kathy Cruz and Savvy Shopkeeper at Savvy Shopkeeper Follow Kathy on Instagram (@savvyshopkeeper)
145. Twelve Elements of a Great Cash Wrap
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - November 24, 2022 12:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsFull show notes for this episode are coming soon! Learn more about Kathy Cruz and Savvy Shopkeeper at Savvy Shopkeeper Follow Kathy on Instagram (@savvyshopkeeper)
144. Labor Pains in Independent Retail: 12 Solutions for Hiring and Retaining Employees
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - November 17, 2022 12:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsFull show notes for this episode are coming soon! Learn more about Kathy Cruz and Savvy Shopkeeper at Savvy Shopkeeper Follow Kathy on Instagram (@savvyshopkeeper)
143. 2022 Savvy Shopkeeper Retreat Recap
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - November 10, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsFull show notes for this episode are coming soon! Learn more about Kathy Cruz and Savvy Shopkeeper at Savvy Shopkeeper Follow Kathy on Instagram (@savvyshopkeeper)
142. Ten Characteristics of the Retail CEO
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - November 03, 2022 11:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsEarlier this year, I launched the Savvy Shopkeeper Quiz. After taking the quiz, you’ll know what stage of your shopkeeping journey you’re in and get a few free resources hand-picked with shopkeepers like you in mind. It’s beneficial for shopkeepers to understand WHERE they are on their journey, ...
BOSS UP EPISODE: How I'm going to celebrate 200k Downloads
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - October 06, 2022 10:56 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsThank you for listening, subscribing, and telling me how helpful this podcast is to YOU and your business! I'm celebrating this milestone by doing something I've never done before. Taking a break! I'll be back in November with new episodes. Listen to this shortie episode to find out why...
141. Poor Planning Polly (An Excerpt From The 2022 Savvy Shopkeeper Retreat!)
Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast - September 29, 2022 11:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 125 ratingsThe 2022 Savvy Shopkeeper Retreat is over, and I have SO much to share with you! I’ve only been home a few days, and I’m still processing all of the magical moments from this year’s retreat at Frügthaven Farm. One thing I am ready to share with you, though, is a recap of my presentation about ...
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