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Transform your retail fine jewelry business into a thriving customer-focused haven. With 44 years of industry experience, this podcast delivers actionable strategies for mastering sales, deepening product knowledge and creating exceptional customer experiences. Learn to communicate value, build unwavering trust and cultivate loyal clients. From handling challenging situations to elevating team performance, discover how to blend technical expertise with emotional intelligence. Join successful jewelry professionals in their pursuit of retail excellence.

  1. 09/01/2025

    Ep 23 Spectacular Sapphires

    Sapphires aren’t just blue — they’re powerful symbols of love, loyalty, and wisdom. In this episode, I uncover the fascinating history of sapphires, why they’ve been treasured for centuries, and how they’ve become one of the most desired gemstones in jewelry today. Whether you’re a jewelry buyer looking for the perfect piece or a jeweler who wants to explain sapphires with confidence, this episode will give you the knowledge (and the story power) to make sapphires irresistible. What you’ll learn: The true meaning and symbolism of sapphires Why sapphires are more than “just blue” (hello, pink, yellow, and green!) How to talk about sapphires in a way that builds trust and excitement Perfect for anyone who loves jewelry or just wants to understand why sapphires have captivated hearts for centuries.

    18 min

  2. 07/30/2025

    Jewelry and the Power of Love

    A personal story of why this industry and YOU are so important in other peoples lives. Sure we help with graduations, birthdays, engagements, weddings etc. but there are occassions that aren't so happy we can make a difference in as well. Don't fall into the falseness of judging a person who walks into your store that may seem unfriendly or distraught because you don't know their story. When you learn their story and how you can make a difference can change your outlook in different ways. It's human nature to help others and as jewelers, we help more than we know sometimes.

    12 min

  3. 07/23/2025

    Why Jewelry Buyers Don't Trust Jewelry Sellers

    Why don’t customers trust jewellers anymore? In this blunt and brutally honest episode, we break down the real reasons behind the lack of trust in jewellery stores today and spoiler alert: it’s not always the customer’s fault. From sketchy pricing and missing product info to overwhelm and sales pressure, we tackle the top issues that turn buyers off and drive them to a store they do trust. Learn how to rebuild trust with transparency, customer education, better product presentation, and emotional connection. If you want to stop losing sales to “I’ll think about it” and start creating loyal customers who trust you enough to buy from you, this episode is a must-listen. Listen now to stop being “just another jewellery store” and start being the one they come back to, for life. For retail jewellers who want to sell smarter, serve better, and grow trust one customer at a time. I'd love to hear your comments, suggestions or even frustrations. Send me a message at yourjewelrycoach@gmail.com and please have a gander at my website, it took me weeks to build, lol. If you do, you'll find my FREE ultimate sales presentation guide that will change everything in your presentations. Great for managers, owners or individual sales people. #JewelrySales #RetailJewellerTraining #CustomerTrust #JewelryPodcast #YourJewelryCoach #DiamondSales #JewelryEducation #JewelryStoreTips #SalesTraining #JewelryMarketing

    16 min

  4. 07/17/2025

    They're Not Just Buying Jewelry, They Are Buying a Feeling

    Your customers aren’t just buying a diamond, a necklace, or a bracelet, they’re buying a feeling. A memory. A moment. An experience. In this episode of Your Jewelry Coach, I share a story that every retail jeweler needs to hear about a missed connection, a customer who walked away, and what happened when a different approach was made with a positive outcome for all. We’ll talk about how real sales success doesn’t come from pushing jewelry in a salesy way, it comes from listening, connecting, and helping someone mark a meaningful milestone with the perfect piece. Whether it’s love, grief, celebration, or self-worth, every piece of jewelry carries emotion. Your job? Help them feel it. What you’ll learn in this episode: • Why customers buy emotions, not just a piece of jewelry • How to avoid “feature dumping” and actually connect • The difference between a transaction and a transformation • How to train your team to sell with heart, not pressure This is the heart of our industry and it’s what we’ve lost in all the noise. But we’re rebuilding it right, my savvy listener? One customer at a time, is all it takes. Let’s do this!! Free Resource: Download the Ultimate Sales Presentation Checklist at yourjewellerycoach.com #Jewelry sales training #emotional selling #jewelry coaching #customer connection #how to sell jewelry #retail jewelry tips #jewelry customer experience #selling engagement rings #how to connect with jewelry buyers

    19 min

  5. 07/10/2025

    Secret Language of Diamond & Gemstone Shapes

    Unlock the hidden psychology and symbolism behind every diamond & gemstone shape to transform your jewelry sales conversations. Discover the fascinating stories, ancient meanings, and customer psychology behind diamond cuts that most jewelry salespeople never learn but you will and you’ll have an edge over your competition if you listen. This episode reveals the secret language that turns shape selection into storytelling gold. Perfect for: Jewelry sales professionals wanting to differentiate from competitors ✓ Gemologists seeking customer psychology insights ✓ Engagement ring consultants building emotional connections ✓ Diamond dealers elevating their sales presentations ✓ Jewelry store owners training their teams ✓ Anyone fascinated by gemstone history and symbolism Featured Topics: Diamond shapes, gemstone psychology, jewelry sales training, engagement ring symbolism, diamond cut history, customer psychology, Art Deco jewelry, royal gemstones, vintage diamonds, jewelry storytelling Transform "What shape do you like?" into powerful sales conversations that connect customers to centuries of romance, royalty, and personal meaning. No more generic sales pitches when you start speaking the secret language of diamonds. Free Resource: Download the Ultimate Sales Presentation Checklist at yourjewelrycoach.com #JewelryEducation #DiamondShapes #JewelrySales #GemstoneSymbolism #EngagementRings #JewelryHistory #SalesTraining #DiamondCuts #JewelryCoach #GemologyEducation

    35 min

  6. 07/03/2025

    Why a Salespersons Opinion Hurts More than Helps

    Most jewelry salespeople think giving their opinion is helpful during a presentation but it’s actually one of the fastest ways to lose trust, miss the real needs of your customer, and kill long-term business. In this episode, I’ll show you why offering your personal preferences, even with the best intentions, often backfires, leaving customers second-guessing their purchase or worse,regretting it entirely. I’ll talk about:How giving your opinion shifts decision-making away from the customer and leads to buyer’s remorseWhy guiding someone to discover what they truly want builds confidence, loyalty, and referralsThe simple way to flip the conversation so customers feel understood and empowered not pressuredAnd yes, I’ll share a story from my teenage years that proves why listening first matters more than you think If you want to stand out from every otherjeweler out there, become the trusted expert your customers come back to again and again, and build a reputation that’s worth far more than a single sale this episode is for you. Press play and learn how to sell jewelry the right way: by listening, guiding, and earning trust that lasts. Download the FREE Sales Presentation Checklist from my website.  It’s a game changing tool that will grow your sales. https://www.yourjewelrycoach.com/

    16 min

  7. 06/26/2025

    The Riches Are in the Niches: Why Your Jewelry Brand Needs to Stand for Something

    Trying to sell everything to everyone? That’s thefastest way to be forgotten. In this episode of Your Jewelry Coach, you’ll learn why having a clear niche isn’t limiting, it’s the key to standing out,building loyalty, and actually enjoying what you sell. Learn why generalists get ignored, how to find what youwant to be known for and hear suggestions of niche examples.  Turn your focus into freedom and watch your marketing become a breeze when you have a core reason to tell the world who you are and why you are different. Whether you're into bridal, heirlooms, or local storytelling, this episode will help you sharpen your brand and attract the right buyers.  You are an independent jeweler so be great at one thing and that message will give you everything your heart desires.  It’s the root of everything. So if your brand is still “we sell jewelry,” maybe it’stime to review your brand and try something new if you are stuck with moving forward and gaining the success you want. If you are having trouble as a solopreneur and needsome help, I’m here for you to bounce things off of.  Reach out, shoot me an email and we’ll talk.  yourjewelrycoach@gmail.com. Download my FREE Sales Presentation Checklist and watch your sales soar.

    7 min

  8. 06/19/2025

    Price Tags Build Trust so Why are You Still Hiding Them?

    Are ou still hiding your price tags like they're some top secret information? Bad news: That little habit might be quietly killing your credibility, and your sales. In this no-fluff episode, I'm breaking down the 7 most common excuses jewelers use to avoid showing prices and I don't buy any one of them. I'll cover: Why hiding prices screams "don't trust me" in 2025 How transparent pricing actually boosts engagement and confidence The real reason you're afraid to show the number and how to fix it 7 smart modern ways to display pricing that looks clean, clear and on-brand This episode is not just a wake-up call, it's a playbook for earning trust in a transparent world. Listen now, then go fix your showcases. And don't forget to get your FREE game changing Ultimate Sales Presentation List. https://www.yourjewelrycoach.com/https://www.yourjewelrycoach.com/ Feedback is always welcome and appreciated, leave a comment on this podcast or send me an email yourjewelrycoach@gmail.com

    19 min
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Transform your retail fine jewelry business into a thriving customer-focused haven. With 44 years of industry experience, this podcast delivers actionable strategies for mastering sales, deepening product knowledge and creating exceptional customer experiences. Learn to communicate value, build unwavering trust and cultivate loyal clients. From handling challenging situations to elevating team performance, discover how to blend technical expertise with emotional intelligence. Join successful jewelry professionals in their pursuit of retail excellence.

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    Tammy
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