Bringing Business to Retail

I walked into a cute little boutique the other day. The store windows were gorgeous and there was a pink top on the mannequin which had caught my eye. Excited that I had stumbled across a piece of clothing that was my "season" (Clear Spring if you were wondering - SOOOO hard to find with all the muted colorways everywhere), I entered the shop and... this probably sounds a little woo-woo, But the e...

Money Tight?   I can safely say, after weathering the GFC, that the economy WILL pick back up.   And I want your business, to still be here when that happens.   In tougher economic times, every dollar counts. This must-listen episode reveals the 3 key areas I think retail and e-commerce owners should invest in to drive sales, increase customer loyalty, boost efficiency, and outmanoeuvre the compet...

Are you struggling to manage your workload as a busy business owner? Feeling stuck in your routine and lacking creativity? This episode will show you how to boost your productivity and change your results. I'll be sharing my own experience burning out while trying to keep up with tasks. I'll discuss how taking a break from my office to work in a new environment completely transformed my output. Di...

If you're like most independent retailers and e-commerce store owners, SEO can feel like a never-ending battle. No matter how hard you optimize your site, tweak your content or experiment with keywords, it seems like the big brands always outrank you. In this episode, that's all about to change. My guest Amanda King, is sharing the insider SEO secrets that will level the playing field. Amanda is a...

Today I've got a real go-getter on the show, Rebecca from Weft and Warp Fabrics. She is no stranger to challenges - she opened her store while still teaching full-time! But with the support of her husband and some creative promotions, she's really leveling up. I was blown away when I heard about Rebecca's secret sale. She took Dionne's epic clearance to the next level with bundles, mystery, and ga...

As a retailer, I know you're feeling the pressure right now - sales are down and customers are tightening their belts. You're probably wondering how you'll survive this economic storm..   But I have good news!   Your competition is cutting back...   Which means YOU have the chance to acquire (poach?) more customers and market share. Want to know how?   Then this is an episode you can't miss. In th...

My coconut body wash does more than make me feel like I'm going on holiday.  It also showcases a number of ways that business owners could be increasing their profits. That seems like a lot to get from a $25 bottle of body wash, but trust me, it's just the start (and yes, it really is a vacation in a bottle). It's seen me through a lot, including something I've personally struggled with and had to...

Take it from someone who started a business during the GFC, I know business is challenging right now. I've been there. BUT it won't last forever, and if you still want to be in business in 12 months, you'll want to hear how to turn this difficult season into a golden opportunity. Yes, business is challenging but with every challenge comes opportunities, and in this podcast, I focus on how and why...

Want to know the secrets to getting 25 times your money back from Google Ads?  Tune into my latest podcast where I sit down with digital marketing expert Raj from Web Eagles.  He'll reveal how one ecom brand saw massive growth through strategic campaign optimizations.  I grill Raj on their specific tactics, from keyword research to site changes to budget allocation.  You'll be on the edge of your...

Are you working yourself to the bone for your business with nothing to show for it? Do long hours and no life have you on the fast track to burnout? In this episode, I'll reveal how I almost ended up in the hospital from stress - and how you can avoid my mistakes. You'll learn why working more doesn't mean more money, and how to double your sales in just 90 days without sacrificing your family or...

Yesterday marked my 20th wedding anniversary. I met Ed in a pub, after getting some life altering news. We went on a date 2 nights later, got engaged THREE WEEKS LATER, married FOUR MONTHS from the day we met. No, I wasn't pregnant. Yes, his parents asked "who to" when he said he was getting married… What the heck has this got to do with how much you should be earning?   -- >> JOIN THE DOUBLE YOUR...

In this episode, I'll be sharing some overlooked strategies for finding new customers that don't involve expensive ads. Discover how to leverage LinkedIn, partner with suppliers, and host virtual events to access untapped audiences - all with minimal cost. ** Sign-up for the challenge  here .

Back when I first opened my business, the economy looked a lot like it does now. It was the Global Financial Crisis, people were tightening their belts, interest rates were rising… But there were still things that would sell. And for me, it was these super cool wet/dry bags that i used to import from America (fun fact, nearly 20 years later I STILL use those same bags, but I digress). I started ou...

I remember it like it was yesterday (how can I ever forget). I was drowning in debt, exhausted from pouring everything I had into my struggling business. How did it all go so wrong? Back when I first started out, I was so naive about finances. Despite growing up poor, watching every penny come into and leave my bank account, that all went out the window when I opened my first store. Even with a bu...

Too scared to dream big? This episode takes you on a wild ride following Stephen Pastor's entrepreneurial journey. Starting out as a DJ in Australia, Stephen stumbled into the neon sign business by chance. You'll hear how he turned a side gig into a full-time venture, finding the courage to take his business international.   Stephen shares gripping tales from those early days, like expanding overs...

Discover the one weird trick freight companies DON'T want you to know! Logistics expert, Carolina Montanez, reveals how to uncover THOUSANDS in hidden shipping costs draining your profits every year. Find out how optimizing your supply chain could transform your bottom line WITHOUT any extra work. Listen now to learn the freight industry secrets that could save your business!

TayTay has left the building, but is it too late to capitalize on her tour? Heck NO!   Truth is, if you're NOT leveraging TS right now, then you're missing a huge opportunity. I don't care if you sell clothes, furniture, beauty, shoes, or even adult toys! (not that I'm suggesting Ms Swift owns the latter…) Billionaire Swifty can sell your products - for free.   Want to know how?   Meet today's gue...

Scale your retail business with marketing secrets from Lululemon and Pottery Barn! Learn how to plan campaigns across channels, focus on newness over discounts, and steal strategies from big brands. Jessica Shirra shares insider tips from working with top retailers. Discover how to stand out from the crowd and drive sales with intentional, multi-channel marketing. 

In this podcast, I reveal how to avoid buying the wrong products and wasting money through strategic inventory planning and analyzing sales data, trends, and customer requests. Learn my secrets for negotiating the best deals from suppliers and stocking inventory that actually sells fast.

If contracting one of the rarest remaining diseases early in my business taught me anything, it's this: nobody's safe from the 4 B's of Business. Bottleneck. Burn-out. Breakdown. Bankruptcy. It's common for one to follow the other. If you're starting to see the warning signs of one, it's time to urgently find a solution… because the others are close on its heels. In this episode, we're looking at...

Tired of small profits and imposter syndrome? In this podcast, learn how Kristine went from barely breaking even to increasing revenue by 2000% by facing her fears and learning her numbers. Discover her simple tactics for doubling conversions, boosting margins, and way more - all without losing your creative spirit. It's time to stop playing small and start scaling up your store!

Are you still looking to take your retail or e-commerce business to the next level this year? This episode might be the one you need. When it feels like everything has just snowballed and you've got a lot of things to do, how do you know which one to focus on?

As my business have grown, my views on spending has definitely changed. In this episode, I share some thoughts from a Facebook Live I did while waiting for a flight to an event. I chat about the treats I now indulge in. I also explain why these splurges provide great return and help me take things to the next level. Hoping this gives you some inspiration for rewarding your own hard work as your bu...

What's cheaper - keeping a returning customer or finding a new one?   Keeping customers coming back to shop with you again and again is SO much easier (and cheaper!) than the marketing you need to bring in a constant stream of new customers.   And around here, we do things the easy, smart way, not the difficult, expensive way.   I first shared this conversation last year, but it's so important tha...

Some of my favourite retail and eCommerce origin stories go like this:   Someone stumbles across a problem when they're trying to buy a product.   They search high and low, but they can't find a solution to what they're looking for.   So…   … They make the solution themselves!   Today's podcast guest, Dionne Keen, did just that. When she couldn't find any clothes for her 6yo son that offered the q...