The best tax advice out there? Don’t push off bookkeeping and tax responsibilities.    In this episode, I  will go over: Systematic ways to keep track of your finances Scheduling tools to keep you on track Where to turn when you need help Links mentioned in Episode #6: Lisa Bridenbaker of Bridenbaker Designs Savvy Support Fund Wave Receipts App Savvy Shopkeepers…
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Participating in a Brick and Mortar store Pop-Up can be easy and fun! Take a few things into consideration beforehand, and prepare to love holding these. Pop-Ups benefit both the Maker and the Store Owner. In this episode, I go over: Important goals to outline before participating in a Pop-Up What to put down on paper for both parties The benefits…
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  You’ve heard it before. Sales mark success. How do you measure sales? By tracking. It doesn’t have to be complicated, it just needs to be done consistently. The most important metric to track is your “Average Sale”. It’s a simple formula. Knowing this number will empower your sales efforts tremendously. In this episode, I go over three things: 1.    What…
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Social media doesn’t have to be overwhelming. You just need a road map. It doesn’t matter what stage or type of retail business owner you are – this blueprint is universal. In this episode, I will go over: How to create a blueprint for your Instagram page How to stay consistent with posts Tips on engagement Breaking down tagging Sign…
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Let’s face it. If you’re not paying yourself an income from your profits, you have a hobby, not a business. But at what point do you stop investing in your business and start paying yourself?   In this episode, I go over these three things: How to start small with income expectations and stay consistent to grow them What you…
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 This has been a long time coming!  It’s been months since I blogged, but for good reason.  I spent the past two months learning how to podcast, finding an editor, partnering with a sponsor, and creating “all the things” to get ready for this launch. Well, it’s finally here – the Savvy Shopkeeper Podcast! My goal is to provide…
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