Jan 26, 2023
Every 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 the country.
I always...
Jan 19, 2023
There’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 turning without a...
Jan 12, 2023
If 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 series of questions about...
Jan 5, 2023
One 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 where you live.
Whether...