Wendy Batten, Creative Retail Mentor
Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten
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 working with creative retailers to get control over their brick and mortars to avoid burnout and overwhelm while achieving more success and profits. In Creative Shop Talk, Wendy digs into the problems and...
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Jun 29, 2026
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Episodes
265. How to Have a Summer of Ease Without Losing Retail Momentum 16.06.2025 27:09
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Let's make this summer your most joyful and productive yet, without the burnout. In this episode, I'm sharing how to embrace a "Summer of Ease" while still keeping your retail business humming along behind the scenes. Whether you're a brick-and-mortar owner in peak tourist season or experiencing a slo...
264. Turn Your Summer Slowdown Into a Retail Reset 09.06.2025 19:57
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Let's talk about the "summer slowdown," shall we? In this episode of the Creative Shop Talk Podcast, we're flipping the script on the summer slowdown and showing you how to use any quiet time as a powerful CEO reset. Whether it's organizing your back-end systems, strengthening customer relationsh...
263. Why CEO Time Isn't Optional in Your Retail Business 02.06.2025 24:45
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Do you struggle to schedule and/or keep your CEO dates with yourself? Running your shop like a true CEO isn't just for big-box retailers: it's for independent creative retail shop owners just like you - trust me on this. If you've ever felt like your business is dragging you down; if you KNOW you ar...
262. 11 Tiny Habits That Will Make Your Retail Business Better 26.05.2025 35:35
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Small habits can lead to big results! In this episode of the Creative Shop Talk Podcast, I'm sharing 11 easy-to-start micro habits that can totally transform your retail business. These habits may be small, but they pack a powerful punch. From looking at your numbers to making faster decisions,...
261. How to Stay Focused and Get Things Done 19.05.2025 21:16
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Running a shop can feel like juggling flaming squirrels – I totally get it! In this episode of The Creative Shop Talk Podcast, I'm sharing a powerful training from the Retailer's Inner Circle library to help you focus, prioritize, and actually get things done (without the late nights and endless to...
260. Winning with Community in Your Retail Business: Takeaways from my Mastermind Retreat 12.05.2025 31:52
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Helping and inspiring independent retailers is my passion (and my job!), but I would be remiss if I never shared how inspiring my retailers are to ME. Their inspiration is never more apparent than when we are all together in person: talking shop, ruminating on all the things, and brainstorming throu...
259. Behind the Counter: Building a Unique Retail Shop with Heart with Amy and Chris Hart 05.05.2025 44:06
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Can couples successfully run a retail shop together? Absolutely! From a flash of inspiration on a trip to London to creating a beloved community hub in Thomasville, Georgia; Amy and Chris Hart join me on the Creative Shop Talk Podcast to share how passion, teamwork, and a little bit of "what's our...
258. Five Smart & Ethical Ways to Build Your Email List and Connect with Customers 28.04.2025 24:31
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: What's something you are doing now in your retail business that you wish you would have started doing sooner? When I ask clients this question, the answer is often "I wish I would have started an email list sooner." The reason is because they've learned over time that email is still a super powerful...
257. Spring Cleaning for Your Retail Business: Refresh Your Mind, Shop, and Sales 21.04.2025 20:39
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ LAST CALL! Are you ready to simplify your marketing strategy and boost your retail sales? Join me and a small group of driven retail business owners for my 6-week, hands-on program: The Sales and Marketing Accelerator ! Each week, you'll receive a short video with an actionable tip followed by a live, interactive stra...
256. Retailers in the Wild: Elevate Your Retail Shop Using These Observations From My Time in New Zealand 14.04.2025 29:25
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ Are you ready to simplify your marketing strategy and boost your retail sales? Join me and a small group of driven retail business owners for my 6-week, hands-on program: The Sales and Marketing Accelerator ! Each week, you'll receive a short video with an actionable tip followed by a live, interactive strategy group...
255. Resilience, Real Talk & Redefining Success in Your Retail Business (and Life) 07.04.2025 24:13
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ Are you ready to simplify your marketing strategy and boost your retail sales? Join me and a small group of driven retail business owners for my 6-week, hands-on program: The Sales and Marketing Accelerator ! Each week, you'll receive a short video with an actionable tip followed by a live, interactive strategy group...
254. The Magic of Joining Forces to Foster Community and Build a Retail Destination Town with Millie and Adam Blackwell 31.03.2025 28:41
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ Are you ready to simplify your marketing strategy and boost your retail sales? Join me and a small group of driven retail business owners for my 6-week, hands-on program: The Sales and Marketing Accelerator ! Each week, you'll receive a short video with an actionable tip followed by a live, interactive strategy group...
253. Mastering Social Selling: How Retailers Can Boost Sales and Build Loyal Customers 24.03.2025 22:49
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ Are you ready to simplify your marketing strategy and boost your retail sales? Join me and a small group of driven retail business owners for my 6-week, hands-on program: The Sales and Marketing Accelerator ! Each week, you'll receive a short video with an actionable tip followed by a live, interactive strategy group...
252. Creating a Culture of Hospitality in Your Retail Business with Guest Expert Stephanie Miller Vincent 17.03.2025 38:40
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ Are you ready to simplify your marketing strategy and boost your retail sales? Join me and a small group of driven retail business owners for my 6-week, hands-on program: The Sales and Marketing Accelerator ! Each week, you'll receive a short video with an actionable tip followed by a live, interactive strategy group...
251. Stop Hiding and Be Known: Part 3 of the Retailer's Visibility Series 10.03.2025 32:54
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ Are you ready to simplify your marketing strategy and boost your retail sales? Join me and a small group of driven retail business owners for my 6-week, hands-on program: The Sales and Marketing Accelerator ! Each week, you'll receive a short video with an actionable tip followed by a live, interactive strategy grou...
250. Stop Hiding and Be Known: Part 2 of the Retailer's Visibility Series 03.03.2025 28:01
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ Are you ready to simplify your marketing strategy and boost your retail sales? Join me and a small group of driven retail business owners for my 6-week, hands-on program: The Sales and Marketing Accelerator ! Each week, you'll receive a short video with an actionable tip followed by a live, interactive strategy group...
249. Stop Hiding and Be Known: Part 1 of the Retailer's Visibility Series 24.02.2025 34:56
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ Are you ready to simplify your marketing strategy and boost your retail sales? Join me and a small group of driven retail business owners for my 6-week, hands-on program: The Sales and Marketing Accelerator ! Each week, you'll receive a short video with an actionable tip followed by a live, interactive strategy group...
248. 5 Minute Retail Marketing Tips: Where Do You Spend Your Time? 17.02.2025 5:52
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Are you struggling to find the time to spend on what will move the needle in your retail business? Not sure what should be spending YOUR time on versus what you should be delegating out? In this episode of the Creative Shop Talk Podcast, we are focusing on the art of delegation and the importance of...
247. 5 Minute Retail Marketing Tips: Making Marketing Manageable 10.02.2025 6:24
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Are you feeling overwhelmed at the thought of making a marketing plan for your retail business? Don't worry - I'm breaking it all down for you in this quick 5 minute episode. I'll share how independent retail businesses can simplify their marketing by focusing on the numbers that matter most. With th...
246. 5 Minute Retail Marketing Tips: Relationships are Rocket Fuel 03.02.2025 7:26
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: We know that building strong relationships is more than just good business - it's the key to staying memorable, growing your network, and fostering trust in your community. In this quick 5 minute episode, I am breaking down how relationships can fuel your success: from customer connections to commun...
245. Best of Series: Retail Marketing from Gen Z to Boomers 27.01.2025 17:15
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: We are going back in time to rediscover one of the most popular episodes of the Creative Shop Talk Podcast! We all know that differences exist across generations, but have you given any thought to how those differences could impact marketing for your retail shop? Today on the podcast we are going to d...
244. Behind the Counter: From E-Commerce to Brick and Mortar with Chris Waddy 20.01.2025 45:20
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Are you curious how e-commerce businesses evolve into brick and mortar shops? Maybe you operate an Etsy shop or sell on social media but have always wondered what it would be like to open your own shop. If that sounds like you, listen up! In this episode of the podcast, we are diving into the story o...
243. Behind the Counter: Creating Customer Joy in Retail with Kim Williams of The Polka Dot Press 13.01.2025 49:29
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: What's the secret to running a retail business that feels like home and keeps customers coming back? In this episode of the podcast, I sat down with powerhouse and retail expert Kim Williams of The Polka Dot Press in Tallahassee, Florida - and we are answering that question and so much more. Get read...
242. 6 Areas to Focus on in Your Retail Business in 2025 06.01.2025 43:32
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Join me for a 4-hour intensive January Retail Reset on January 14th! This is a small workshop where we will be laser-focusing on your business. Feel like you might need to revisit your goals and get clear on what you need to do in 2025? Join me! All of the details are here . If you are dreading ma...
241. Year-End Reflections: Mindset, Marketing, and Lessons for Success in 2025 30.12.2024 42:20
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: This year has flown by, and as we bid farewell to 2024, it's time to reflect on the lessons, wins, and challenges that shaped our journeys. In this episode, I'm sharing powerful takeaways from coaching clients, my own experiences, and inspirational quotes/insights that can inspire independent retaile...
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