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Five Minute Friday: How To Get The Most Out of Attending a Conference Once You're Home Jun 14, 2024

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Have you ever come home from a conference feeling inspired and ready to take on the world—only to get home and find you don't end up doing all the things you intended? This is an important Five Minute Friday episode, as I know many of you joined me at The Boutique Summit in Dallas this week, and even more of you are going to watch the replays online. That's why I'm going to share some tips on how you can get the most out of events once you get back home.

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#613 Inventory Planning, Data-Driven Decisions, and Adaptive Strategies in Retail Jun 11, 2024

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There's no way around it—you have to know your numbers! You probably hear this from us all the time, but if you're not sure what that actually means or how to put it to work in your business, this episode is for you. Dane Cohen from Management One joins the show to help demystify the processes of inventory planning and making decisions based on your actual numbers.

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Dane Cohen: LinkedIn

Management One

https://www.management-one.com/boutique-hub https://www.management-one.com/get-started email: dane@management-one.com email: mary@wellretailed.com

Ashley Alderson: Instagram

Five Minute Friday: The Secret to Getting on The Instagram Discover Page Jun 07, 2024

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Today I want to talk about growing on the 'Gram. And, actually, the concept I'm sharing today works across social channels. Listen in to learn about the 5-3-1 method of how to grow on Instagram using the algorithm to your advantage.

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#612 The Art of Balance: Managing Two Careers, Embracing Vulnerability, and Market Expansion Jun 04, 2024

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What does it take to transition from a stable career to pursuing your passion full-time? In this episode, we talk to Erica Eickhoff, owner of Styles By Erica, who went from being a hospice nurse to a successful boutique owner. Erica shares her journey from starting her business in her basement just for fun to holding Facebook live sessions that helped her build a dedicated community. She discusses what prompted her to quit her nursing career to open a brick-and-mortar store, how the pandemic affected her business, and the importance of vulnerability and authenticity in her success.

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Erica Eickhoff: Instagram

Styles By Erica: Website | Instagram | Facebook

Ashley Alderson: Instagram

Five Minute Friday: Are You Ready to Lose It All? May 31, 2024

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I hate that I even have to share this message today, but I continue to see a major problem across the industry that I can't ignore. The issue? Copyright/trademark infringement. It's easier than you may think to fall into this trap, so if you don't want to risk losing everything, tune in to learn what to watch out for so you can keep your business safe.

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#611 Inside Dallas Market Center: Retail Revelations and Trends May 28, 2024

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Do you truly know your customer, and if so, why stop at selling just clothes or gifts? Why not expand your reach and become a one-stop shop? In this episode, Cindy Morris, President and CEO of Dallas Market Center, joins us to discuss the importance of understanding your customers deeply and managing a diverse product range effectively. Cindy shares the origins of the Dallas Market Center and explains its mission to connect buyers and sellers. She provides practical advice on setting your business apart from competitors and the incredible value of becoming a one-stop shop for your customers.

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Dallas Market Center: Website | Instagram

Cindy Morris: LinkedIn

Ashley Alderson: Instagram

Five Minute Friday: To Be Interesting, You Have To Be Interested May 24, 2024

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What does it take to get people interested in your business? You've gotta show up as the person you want to see. In this episode, Ashley challenges you to take a look in the mirror and reflect on how the energy you're bringing to the table could be influencing the way others behave around you.

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#610 Small Town Dreams to Big Time Success: Building a Business with Heart May 21, 2024

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Kari Patefield, Owner of IKT, joins the show to discuss her journey from a small-town fashion enthusiast to a successful boutique owner. Kari shares how she recognized her distinct look early on and how she helps others feel confident thinking outside the box while staying comfortable. Learn about the balance between her online and in-store business, the importance of understanding your customer demographic, and the steps from product creation to launch.

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Kari Patefield: Instagram

Website: https://shopikt.com

Facebook: facebook.com/iktboutique

Instagram: @iktboutique

Ashley Alderson: Instagram

Five Minute Friday: The Bus Rule May 17, 2024

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Have you ever thought about what would happen if you needed to take a step back from your business? Do you have SOPs or any operational documents that could help if someone needed to take over? If you answered "no" to either of these questions (or both!), don't miss today's episode. I'll explain why it's so important to document important tasks and how to do them, as well as how to get started.

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#609 Wholesale Buying Strategies and Trend Forecasting on Hubventory May 14, 2024

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If you have been to our showroom or markets, you've probably had the opportunity to meet today's guest, Samantha Conner. Samantha is such a bright light for our community and team, and she understands business from both a brand and boutique perspective. She joins us today to share insight into Hubventory, buying, business, and the industry as a whole.

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Samantha Conner: Instagram

Ashley Alderson: Instagram

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