Small Business Blog

What does it actually take to build a boutique business that lasts — not just for a season, but for decades?

Jennifer Kok of Next Wave Business Coaching joins Ashley to share the lessons she learned after building, scaling, and eventually selling her bakery business after 20 years. Jennifer breaks down the systems, mindset shifts, and leadership principles that helped her create a sustainable business instead of just another hustle.

In this Five Minute Friday, Joell from JR Visual Design breaks down the top design and functional features every boutique owner should be thinking about when creating or updating their retail space. From fitting rooms and lighting to merchandising fixtures and backroom organization, this episode focuses on the details that directly impact customer experience, daily operations, and sales.

What if the difference between struggling stores and record-breaking ones isn’t luck… but a clear blueprint? Ashley Alderson sits down with Scarlett Murphy, of Boutique Hub Black, to break down what’s actually driving growth inside some of the most successful boutiques right now. From dialing in your content strategy to understanding your data and building a real marketing system, this episode unpacks the exact foundation behind stores hitting their biggest

Ashley Alderson sits down with Zoe Spencer, one of the lead coaches inside Boutique Hub Black, to break down what’s actually driving growth right now—from content and ads to SEO and website strategy. This conversation pulls back the curtain on what successful boutiques are doing differently—and why so many others feel stuck despite working harder than ever.

In this Couch Conversation, Ashley and Sara dive into the heart behind boutique businesses — what sets them apart, why they still matter in today’s world, and how boutique owners can confidently respond to the doubt and noise around them.