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What newer business owners in the boutique industry can expect for the year 2022 - including all of the highs and lows.

What It Means To Be A Brand New Business Owner In 2022

What does it mean to be a business owner in the year 2022? Whether this is due to the “great resignation” or the post-pandemic shift, there seems to be a reigniting of the entrepreneurial spirit in the world around us. So, in this episode, I want to talk to the newer business owners in this industry and share what you can expect for the year ahead – the highs and the lows.

Listen in as I share my tips and tricks of boutique ownership, as well as my advice for finding success faster. You will learn the importance of knowing your customer, why truly understanding your why is key, and the benefit of working together with your fellow boutique owners. If you are new to the boutique business space or you are looking for a way to improve your business this year, this is the episode for you.

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What You’ll Learn In What It Means To Be A Brand New Business Owner In 2022:


  • What it means to be a business owner in 2022.
  • How to get started on your strongest foot possible in business.
  • The importance of knowing your “why.”
  • Why you must know your customer.
  • Why price is not a driving factor for your business.
  • The benefit of working together with your fellow business owners.

Favorite Quotes


“Life is too short to do something that you are not incredibly passionate about.” – Ashley [2:05]

“Money doesn’t bring fulfillment.” – Ashley [3:20]

“A rising tide will lift all ships.” – Ashley [24:55]



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Original Air Date: February 1st, 2022
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