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Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten

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 worki... more

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Two types of shop owners are shaping the future of retail, and knowing which one you are could change everything.

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Ever feel like your shop is running you instead of the other way around? You’re not alone, and today’s guest proves there’s a better way.

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Adam Blackwell
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Stephanie Miller Vincent
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Episode: 252. Creating a Culture of Hospitality in Your Retail Business with Guest Expert Stephanie Miller Vincent
Chris Waddy
Owner of Loopy Wool, focused on rug hooking and fiber arts.
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Kim Williams
Owner of The Polka Dot Press, a stationery and gift shop in Tallahassee, Florida
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Jasmine McCue
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Episode: 239. Behind the Counter: Building the Business You Wish Existed with Jasmine McCue
Lisa Wrixon
Owner of The Stylewell and Lewellyn, both retail shops focused on home décor and community engagement.
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Episode: 238. Behind The Counter: Building Community Of Beautiful Spaces with Lisa Wrixon
Cindy Boissonneault
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Wendy Batten
Retail business coach and mentor, Wendy specializes in empowering creative shop owners to enhance their businesses through strategic insights and community-building practices.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • Infomercial

    The last couple of episodes I listened to were just infomercials to get you to join some paid content club.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ellieboy17
    United Statesa month ago
  • Inspiring with Lots of Valuable Information!

    I listen to a few retail podcasts and Wendy’s is one of my favorite. I’m a first time retail owner and have learned so from this podcast. Wendy provides strong business-focused guidance but in a fun and motivational way. After each podcast I always come away with actionable steps I can take to grow my business and feel inspired to do the work.

    Thank you for providing such a great resource and making it accessible to everyone!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kimberly from PDX
    United Statesa year ago
  • A Must-Listen for the Small Retail Business Owner

    This podcast is a must-listen if you own a retail business! Wendy has been a game-changer for me in running my brick-and-mortar. She “speaks my language”, making it easy for me to understand business concepts (as a non-business major “accidental entrepreneur”), making even the more complicated, un-fun sides of running a business approachable, and yes - fun! She stays on top of trends and the current challenges of running a business in the ever-changing world. I seriously don’t know what I’d do w... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C unicorn
    United Statesa year ago
  • A Retailers Ultimate Guide

    Wendy serves up relevant and practical insight every single episode saving you time while also boosting your confidence to take action towards your goals. She’s invested in your success and it shows.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shelli Warren
    Canadaa year ago
  • Wendy’s style is so approachable

    Loved being able to chat with Wendy about the work we do to help craft companies thrive. She is a natural interviewer!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LeannePressly
    United States2 years ago

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Feedback reflects a strong appreciation for the diversity of guests, providing both expertise and relatable stories.
Many note the friendly and supportive approach of the host, which fosters a sense of community among listeners.
Some listeners have expressed disappointment when certain episodes lean toward promotional content rather than substantive advice.
Listeners appreciate the actionable advice and insights shared in each episode, highlighting their relevance to improving retail businesses.

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219. Best of Retailer Success Series: Meet Inner Circle Member Jeanne Terrill
Q: What piece of advice would you give to someone starting their retail journey?
I wish I would have had a better plan than just 'we'll see what we see'. Having a plan is crucial.
219. Best of Retailer Success Series: Meet Inner Circle Member Jeanne Terrill
Q: Can you share any of the marketing strategies that you put in place?
We focused on signage to attract customers, making sure they knew what we offered right from across the street.
219. Best of Retailer Success Series: Meet Inner Circle Member Jeanne Terrill
Q: What were the factors in moving to the town, into the Main Street location?
I wanted to grow and see what we could do if we had a downtown location, which was surrounded by shops and restaurants.
219. Best of Retailer Success Series: Meet Inner Circle Member Jeanne Terrill
Q: Can you tell us who you are, where you're located, and tell us a little bit about your shop?
I own Junque Rescuers in downtown Lake Jackson, Texas. We are a lifestyle store that began in 2017 as a vintage and antique resale shop.
217. Best of Retailer Success Series: Simplifying Your Retail Business with Louise McManus
Q: How have you managed to maintain your work-life balance while growing the business?
Louise explains that she simplified her offerings, scaled back her team and hours, allowing her to enjoy her personal life while still making a profit.

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Focused on empowering creative retail business owners, insightful conversations explore challenges and solutions unique to independent retailers. With an emphasis on actionable strategies, episodes cover diverse topics like retail marketing, customer engagement, and business operations, helping shop owners transform their passion into sustainable success. Unique to this content is the supportive community fostered through interviews with industry experts and real-world stories from fellow retailers, making it an engaging resource for those navigating the complexities of running a brick-and-mortar creative shop.

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Recent guests on Creative Shop Talk include:

1. Amy Hart
2. Chris Hart
3. Adam Blackwell
4. Stephanie Miller Vincent
5. Chris Waddy
6. Kim Williams
7. Jasmine McCue
8. Lisa Wrixon

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