Rooted in Retail

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Success isn’t just possible—it’s inevitable when you align with the right mindset and actions.   In this episode, we’re breaking down why your brain can’t fully grasp the level of success you’re cap...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. -- In this episode of Rooted in Retail, we dive into what it takes to build a million-dollar store. Our returning guest Heidi Hardman shares how being obsessed with your products and truly understan...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Running a dance studio takes more than just a love for movement—it requires strategy, discipline, and smart decision-making. In this episode, Rose Kishner, owner of SF Dance Gear, shares how she app...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Loving your product isn’t enough—your customer needs to love it too.   In this After the Show segment, we’re diving into what it takes to truly connect with your audience. From the three-second rule...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. -- It’s a special episode as Rooted in Retail celebrates its 2nd anniversary!  Joining us is Ginny Carosso from Port Gamble General Store, a seasoned retail expert with a degree in Retail Business a...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Success in retail isn’t a solo journey—it’s built on relationships, mentorship, and an abundance mindset.   In this After the Show segment, we’re diving into why collaboration is key to growth. We&a...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. In this episode, retail expert Bob Negen from WhizBang! Retail Training shares the essential role employee training plays in building a thriving retail business. With decades of experience, Bob dive...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Running a successful business goes beyond day-to-day operations—it’s about leadership, vision, and leveraging the right frameworks to scale. In today’s episode, we’re joined by Maureen and business...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Feeling creatively stuck? You’re not alone—but there are ways to reignite that spark. In this quick After the Show episode, we’ll explore three simple yet powerful methods to inspire creativity and...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. In this episode, Lisa Bach, a passionate leader in book publishing and the gift industry, shares insights on how retailers can boost their offerings with curated book collections. From her early ret...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Building a retail brand takes more than just hard work—it takes strategic planning and continuous investment in long-term success. In this After the Show segment, we dive into how you can shape your...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Tired of high sales but low profits? It’s time to flip the script.   In this episode, retail finance expert Christyne Gray brings over 20 years of experience to help creative entrepreneurs master th...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Running a business isn’t just about profits and products—it’s about purpose, passion, and, sometimes, pivoting when things don’t go as planned. In today’s Retail Therapy episode, we’re diving into a...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Running a business means embracing both the highlights and the honest struggles. In this After the show episode, we explore the raw reality of entrepreneurship and discover practical ways to navigat...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Drowning in to-do lists? Your retail time management revolution starts here!  Join powerhouse Fractional COO Colleen Carswell as she unlocks the vault of game-changing time hacks that transformed he...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Retail spaces are more than just stores—they’re immersive experiences designed to captivate, inspire, and connect.   In this After the Show segment, we dive into some of the most memorable store tou...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Are you spending your time and energy on what really matters for your retail business? In this solo episode, Crystal Vilkaitis dives deep into the essentials of modern retail marketing, customer con...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Your business isn’t just a source of income—it’s an asset and a reflection of your vision.   In this After the Show segment, I explore the power of exit planning and how setting clear goals can unlo...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Ready to step away from your business and ensure its continued success?  In this episode, fan favorite Pete Mohr returns to share essential insights on creating a solid exit strategy, building long-...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Running a retail business doesn’t mean running on empty.   In this  After the Show segment, I talk about the importance of slowing down and reconnecting with yourself—even when life gets busy. We’ll...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. What happens when passion meets strategy in retail? Tanner and Erika, the dynamic duo behind "Famous in Oregon," turned their love for houseplants into a multimillion-dollar brand by harne...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Are you giving your business the time it needs to grow?   I’m reflecting on my recent conversation with the Subscription Box Queen. One recurring theme? Patience. We often want results fast, but bui...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Want to know the secret to having 75% of your revenue guaranteed? Sarah Williams, the “subscription box” queen, is here to share how you can turn a simple idea into a thriving business that generate...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Welcome to the final episode of Rooted in Retail for 2024! It’s just me, Crystal, flying solo today, and we’re closing out the year with a bit of reflection and a look ahead to 2025. This episode is...

Connect with host Crystal Vilkaitis and join her newsletter at https://thisiscrystal.com . Retailer? Visit https://indera.co for retail education, training, and community. Founded by Crystal Vilkaitis. Ever thought about why you believe what you believe? It’s time to question it.  One takeaway that really stuck with me from my last episode with Ulla Hald was her advice to question your assumptions...