I’m so excited to announce that tickets are on sale for the 2022 Savvy Shopkeeper Retreat! Tickets are selling fast—as of recording this podcast episode on April 27th, 65% of the tickets are already claimed! Read more about the retreat below, then snag your ticket if you want to attend. The What The 2022 Savvy…
Has one of your friends, loved ones, or acquaintances ever said, “how’s that little store of yours doing?” These comments—intentionally or unintentionally!—can come across as condescending or demeaning. And they don’t just come from people we know. Sometimes the comments we get from strangers on the internet can feel pointed, too! While we can’t control…
The store I co-own with my sister is expanding! Because of this new expansion, I want to share some of the things I am experiencing during this process. If you’re planning, considering, or curious about an expansion of your retail store, read on! Our Expansion Journey If you aren’t familiar with The Salvaged Boutique, it’s…
For the past two years, I’ve been working on a special project for Savvy Shopkeeper. Today, I’m excited to announce that the first part of this project is ready for you: the Savvy Shopkeeper quiz! This project has been a labor of love, and I’m so excited to share more about it with you. Read…
Most independent retailers don’t have any formal retail merchandising training or education. We’ve learned how to run our retail businesses through trial and error, often without a strategy a plan. So when retailers hear about Open-to-Buy, or OTB, it sounds really appealing! A tool that tells us when to buy, how much to buy, and…
As retailers, we use A LOT of software, tools, and products for our stores. But with so many options and features available, it can really help to see what other retailers are using. I’ve recently created a new guide for retailers with all the tools, products, services, and software programs I recommend. Read on to…