Ep. 1 What To Expect From The Savvy Shopkeeper Podcast

There are three main camps that independent retailers fall into when we think about growth: those who are afraid to grow, those who are excited to grow, and those who are a mix of both.  I recently ran a poll in the Shopkeepers Lab group, along with the 2021 Savvy Shopkeeper Survey. Thanks to these…

Why brick-and-mortar store owners should hire a virtual assistant Let’s be real—many shopkeepers aren’t delegating enough. As store owners, I want you to be focused on tasks that make $50 an hour rather than $10 or $20 an hour. That’s where a virtual assistant can come in handy!  A virtual assistant provides professional administrative, technical,…

Crime is a reality for retailers of all sizes. It might not be fun to talk about, but shopkeepers need to know how to prevent loss and keep themselves, their staff, and their business safe. Before opening The Salvaged Boutique, I had a 20-year career in law enforcement. I worked the streets in a major…

The holidays are upon us. We all need savvy ways to get ready. In this episode, I  will go over: Prepping for the Holiday Season Tools to get ahead and stay organized Unique ideas to stay sane, fun and engaging Links mentioned in Episode #8: Episode 8 Full Show Notes Shopkeeper Spotlight:  Melissa, owner of Gracious…

Choosing a point-of-sale (POS) system is one of the first and most impactful decisions that Aspiring Shopkeepers and Savvy Starters make. If you’re debating over Square versus Shopify for your brick-and-mortar store, this post should help you make an informed decision.  The Two Most Popular POS Systems for Indie Retailers: Square Versus Shopify Your POS…