Boutique Chat The Boutique Hub with Ashley Alderson
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Explore real-life strategies, growth hacks, and proven marketing advice through powerful interviews with top leaders and retailers in the retail industry. Join Ashley Alderson, the Founder of The Boutique Hub, as she talks with retailers, boutiques, wholesale brands, vendors, and industry insiders. Discover the invaluable secrets that have propelled companies to success while maintaining a healthy balance between life and business. Embrace the spirit of Community over Competition, and uncover the next great idea or connection for your small business.
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#611 Inside Dallas Market Center: Retail Revelations and Trends
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
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Five Minute Friday: To Be Interesting, You Have To Be Interested
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
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
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Five Minute Friday: The Bus Rule
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
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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Hubventory | Wholesale
Boutique Hub Membership
Samantha Conner: Instagram
Ashley Alderson: Instagram
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Five Minute Friday: Three Questions to Add to Your Morning Routine
How do you start your day? Are you intentional with your mornings, or do you let what's going on around you (namely on social media) dictate how you feel? If you're not taking action to set your day up in a way that will take you closer to your goals, then don't miss this episode. You'll learn a few simple questions to ask yourself each and every morning to set yourself up for a day that goes your way.
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