Are you making the proper plans to prepare for the busy months ahead? Ashley discusses tips to boost sales during summer slowdowns so you aren’t stuck with summer apparel in November. She also goes over some exciting updates from the Boutique Hub such as website changes, the Boutique Summit, and the launch of Retail Bootcamp.
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Main Points in Tips to Boost Sales During Summer Slowdowns
- Start back to school planning NOW!
- Re-shoot and re-style pieces that can be worn during this transitional period.
- Ask yourself, Are you playing to win or are you playing not to lose?

Favorite Quotes in Tips to Boost Sales During Summer Slowdowns
“I feel like one hour of action trumps a hundred hours of motivation.” -Ashley Alderson

“Are you playing to win or are you playing not to lose?” -Ashley Alderson
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Original Air Date: July 6th, 2021
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