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Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten

著者： Wendy Batten Creative Retail Mentor
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 How do I attract more customers to my store? How do I get more sales? How do I book out my shop’s events and workshops? How do I do retail marketing and social media for my store? These are the questions that creative retail business owners ask Wendy Batten, creative retail coach and mentor. Wendy works with creative shop owners all over the world and with industry leaders. Her speciality is working with creative retailers to get control over their brick and mortars to avoid burnout and overwhelm while achieving more success and profits. In Creative Shop Talk, Wendy digs into the problems and solutions that “accidental shopkeepers” and hobbyists turned retail business owners face. Wendy dives deep in mindset and best practices for retailers with masterclass trainings, business strategies, expert guests and industry insiders, and more. Each episode is designed to help busy and passionate creative shop owners take action, work through their overwhelm and get focused on strategic business areas. Thinking about opening your own creative retail shop? Ready to stop playing shopkeeper and “winging” the business stuff? Looking for more foot traffic? Want to turn your brick and mortar into a viable business? Want predictable profits? Want to take the next step to run your store and not let it run you? Turn to Wendy Batten to take the proven steps to achieving your dream store, living your creative life and helping your amazing customers.Wendy Batten 2020 マネジメント マネジメント・リーダーシップ リーダーシップ 経済学
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  • 277. How to Debrief Your Events Like a Pro: The Retailer’s Checklist

    277. How to Debrief Your Events Like a Pro: The Retailer’s Checklist
    2025/09/08
    With host retail coach is now a standalone masterclass! Click to grab it now. You can walk through the sessions at your own pace and rewatch it year after year. LAST CHANCE! ? Join me and a small group on September 15th and let’s get down to business. Limited seating for this quarterly planning session. In This Episode: Ever wonder what makes an event or promotion truly successful? The secret isn’t just in the planning—it’s in the debrief. In this episode of the Creative Shop Talk Podcast, I’ll walk you through my proven event debrief framework that top retailers use to grow smarter, stronger, and more profitable with every event. From tracking costs to capturing customer feedback, you’ll discover how a simple 10-minute review can uncover hidden wins, highlight areas to improve, and keep your energy aligned with your business goals. As your retail shop’s event calendar builds and Q4 approaches, you can’t afford to miss this episode. Takeaways Around Event Debriefing: Why debriefing is where the real magic (and money) happens How to track profitability, costs, and ROI effectively The importance of reviewing marketing effectiveness and customer impact Checking operational flow and team energy post-event Capturing momentum for future sales and engagement Your Next Steps: Download the event debrief checklist (for members of the Inner Circle!) Revisit your last event — what worked, what didn’t? Get the Tools & Support – Grab the for step-by-step guides, calculators, and planning templates to make 2025 your best and most relaxed holiday season yet. At only $97, you can’t afford not to! (It’s free for Inner Circle Members!) – Join the upcoming CEO Planning Workshop to map out your holiday strategy alongside me and other shop owners. - Don’t let another holiday season go by without my and other likeminded retailers’ support! And remember: your membership gets you unlimited access to the Holiday Success Bootcamp, the Profit Planning Masterclass, and so much more. Related podcasts we think you’ll like: : Three Ways to Effortlessly and Easily Increase Sales After Events : How to Plan and Host Successful Events and Promotions in Your Shop : How to Market Promotional Events in Your Shop About your host, Wendy Batten In case we haven’t met yet, I’m Wendy Batten, retail business coach and founder of the Retailer’s Inner Circle. With over 30 years of experience running successful businesses, I now help independent shop owners grow profitably and sustainably—with more confidence and joy. I’ve had my own business columns in featured magazines, such as What Women Create and other top publications, worked with some of the top industry brands as retail care manager, and I’ve supported hundreds of retailers through coaching, speaking, my programs, and this podcast. For more support from Wendy Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the Creative Shop Talk Podcast and get the tools, inspiration, and strategies you need to thrive as an independent retailer. Loved the episode? Leave a quick review on iTunes- your
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    19 分
  • 276. What Holiday Prep Actually Looks Like (Step by Step, Inner Circle Style)

    276. What Holiday Prep Actually Looks Like (Step by Step, Inner Circle Style)
    2025/09/01
    With host retail coach is now a standalone masterclass! Click to grab it now. You can walk through the sessions at your own pace and rewatch it year after year. ? Join me and a small group on September 15th and let’s get down to business. Limited seating for this quarterly planning session. In This Episode: September is here - and for retailers, that means it’s time to get serious about holiday planning! In this episode of the Creative Shop Talk Podcast, I’m sharing why Q4 doesn’t have to feel overwhelming and chaotic. Instead, with a little intention and front-loaded planning, you can step into the season with more joy, profit, and ease. Whether you’re joining the Inner Circle live coaching week (free for members September 15-19) or DIY-ing the Holiday Success Guide, this episode will inspire you to take action now so the season feels aligned and profitable. Key Takeaways: Why defining your version of success is the key to a great Q4. How to map out your “profit path” and choose what to prioritize. The importance of scheduling “big rocks” to avoid burnout and missed opportunities. Practical strategies for marketing, promotions, and prepping your team. Your Next Steps: Define what success looks like for you this holiday season. Review your revenue streams and decide where to focus. Block out your “big rocks” on the calendar—both business and personal. Share your Q4 goals with us inside the Retailer’s Inner Circle or tag me on Instagram! Get the Tools & Support – Grab the for step-by-step guides, calculators, and planning templates to make 2025 your best and most relaxed holiday season yet. At only $97, you can’t afford not to! (It’s free for Inner Circle Members!) – Join the upcoming CEO Planning Workshop to map out your holiday strategy alongside me and other shop owners. - Don’t let another holiday season go by without my and other likeminded retailers’ support! And remember: your membership gets you unlimited access to the Holiday Success Bootcamp, the Profit Planning Masterclass, and so much more. Related podcasts we think you’ll like: : How Top Shop Owners Are Planning Their Holiday Strategy : Holiday Prep: 5 Tips to Help You See More Profits & Ease During the Holidays : The Retailer’s Ecosystem: Where To Spend Your Time and Focus Within Your Business About your host, Wendy Batten In case we haven’t met yet, I’m Wendy Batten, retail business coach and founder of the Retailer’s Inner Circle. With over 30 years of experience running successful businesses, I now help independent shop owners grow profitably and sustainably—with more confidence and joy. I’ve had my own business columns in featured magazines, such as What Women Create and other top publications, worked with some of the top industry brands as retail care manager, and I’ve supported hundreds of retailers through coaching, speaking, my programs, and this podcast. For more support from Wendy Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the Creative Shop Talk Podcast and get the tools, inspiration, and strategies you need to thrive as an independent retailer. Loved the episode? Leave a quick review on iTunes- your
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    24 分
  • 275. How Top Shop Owners Are Planning Their Holiday Strategy

    275. How Top Shop Owners Are Planning Their Holiday Strategy
    2025/08/25
    Add graphic here With host retail coach is now a standalone masterclass! Click to grab it now. You can walk through the sessions at your own pace and rewatch it year after year. ? Join me and a small group on September 15th and let’s get down to business. Limited seating for this quarterly planning session. In This Episode: Are you heading into the holiday season feeling overwhelmed, reactive, and unsure how to hit your numbers? You’re not alone—but the good news is there’s a better way. In this episode of the Creative Shop Talk Podcast, I’ll share exactly how real retailers are taking control of their holiday planning to finish 2025 strong. We’ll pull back the curtain on the strategies and ideas a few of my clients are implementing this holiday season. Instead of relying on “hope marketing” or last year’s results, my clients are setting themselves up for success—complete with setting profit goals, tightening inventory, and breaking down sales targets week by week. You’ll learn how to do that too! Remember: reverse-engineering your goals creates focus, clarity, and confidence while protecting your profits. Key Takeaways: Why reverse-engineering your goals creates clarity and focus Why you need to set profit-based (not just revenue) targets The importance of weekly planning for staffing, inventory, and marketing Using tools like the Profit Calculator and Holiday Bootcamp for success Shifting from reactive to proactive leadership as a retail CEO Your Next Steps: Set Your Profit Goal – Decide what you want left after expenses this holiday season. Reverse Engineer Your Plan – Work backward from that profit goal to map out sales, inventory, and expenses. Get the Tools & Support – Grab the for step-by-step guides, calculators, and planning templates to make 2025 your best and most relaxed holiday season yet. At only $97, you can’t afford not to! – Join the upcoming CEO Planning Workshop to map out your holiday strategy alongside me and other shop owners. - Don’t let another holiday season go by without my and other likeminded retailers’ support! And remember: your membership gets you unlimited access to the Holiday Success Bootcamp, the Profit Planning Masterclass, and so much more. Related podcasts we think you’ll like: : Back of the Napkin Math: Simplifying Profit Planning for Retailers : 3 Simple Marketing Levers to Increase Your Holiday Sales : 6 Things to Do This Month to Prepare Your Shop for the Holidays About your host, Wendy Batten In case we haven’t met yet, I’m Wendy Batten, retail business coach and founder of the Retailer’s Inner Circle. With over 30 years of experience running successful businesses, I now help independent shop owners grow profitably and sustainably—with more confidence and joy. I’ve had my own business columns in featured magazines, such as What Women Create and other top publications, worked with some of the top industry brands as retail care manager, and I’ve supported hundreds of retailers through coaching, speaking, my programs, and this podcast. For more support from Wendy Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the Creative Shop Talk Podcast and get the tools, inspiration, and strategies you need to thrive as an independent retailer. Loved the episode? Leave a quick review on iTunes- your
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    24 分
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