For many retail business owners, the 4th Quarter is their busiest and most profitable time of the year. For some retailers, the 4th Quarter can generate the same amount of sales as the 9 months prior to that. This makes for a very busy last quarter! Whether you have that kind of volume in Q4 or not,…
Market events are a great way for makers and retailers to get out of their homes and stores and out in front of hundreds or even thousands of people. There’s an initial investment when you start participating in these types of events, so it’s important to have a plan. Here are my tips for how…
Are you a maker or small business looking to get out of your studio, store, or online shop so you can connect with and reach more people? Summer Market Events are a great way to accomplish this AND bring in more revenue so I’m here to help you prepare for craft fairs and market events!…
For some brick and mortar retailers, creating beautiful store window displays comes naturally to them. For others, creating a window display can feel daunting and challenging! If the latter is you, I want to share some helpful ideas for creating eye-catching store window displays. I co-own The Salvaged Boutique in Lakewood, Ohio with my sister….
With so many online wholesale platforms surfacing, how do micro retail business owners decide where to buy from? I get it! I have to make this decision for my own retail store too and often ask myself, where can I purchase unique wholesale home decor items that will help my business stand out. Bzaar caught…
Opening a brick-and-mortar retail business can be exhausting. I know, firsthand! As retail business owners, we put so much effort into making our visions a reality. Then, in order to get people immediately into our door, we focus on hosting an amazing grand opening event. After putting so much work and effort into the store…