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Fourth Quarter Planning and Our Fourth Annual Pink Friday

This week I want to talk not only about fourth quarter goals and planning but also our fourth annual Pink Friday! Pink Friday is a day in November to celebrate small businesses — what it means to be a small business owner, shopping small first, and community over competition. Since founding Pink Friday, we’ve seen small businesses around the world recognize this special day. Last year 38 boutiques in New

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Pink Friday Promotional Ideas

Pink Friday is coming! Is your boutique ready? Pink Friday is the ‘small business spin’ on the traditional Black Friday experience, reminding people to #ShopSmallFirst.

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Mastering The Mega Boutique with Leslie Hall, The ZigZag Stripe

Are you curious about what it takes to build a “mega boutique”? In today’s episode, I’m excited to bring you a conversation with Leslie Hall, the founder of The ZigZag Stripe. Leslie’s brand is a shining example of the term “mega boutique,” a concept that’s been buzzing in our industry for some time, and this is one business story that I have loved to watch over the years. Listen as

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10 Biggest Lessons Learned Throughout 10 Years of Business

The Boutique Hub is celebrating our 10 year anniversary this year! Through many ups and downs, we wouldn’t be here today without YOU, our community! To celebrate our 10 year anniversary, we sat down with founder, Ashley Alderson as she shares her top 10 lessons she’s learned throughout 10 years of business. We know you’ll find some helpful takeaways from our big wins as well as the honest mistakes we’ve made along the way!

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Must Have Products for a Pop Up Event

Pop-up events have become a popular and effective way for businesses to showcase their products, connect with customers, and create a unique and memorable experience. Whether you’re organizing a pop-up shop, a craft fair, or an art exhibition, having the right products and equipment can make all the difference. In this blog post, we’ll explore the must-have products for a successful pop-up event, making sure you’re well-prepared to make a lasting impression.

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Navigating Change with Grace with Lindsay Heyneman, Lettie Boutique

Are you ready to learn from a boutique owner who has navigated the evolution of her business with grace and tenacity? Today, I’m thrilled to introduce you to Lindsay Heyneman, the founder and owner of Lettie Boutique. As part of our 10-year anniversary series, Lindsay brings her wealth of experience and genuine positivity to the podcast, offering amazing insights for both new and seasoned boutique owners. Listen in as Lindsay

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Must-Have Supplies for Starting an Online Boutique

Deciding to embark and your dreams of starting a boutique is so exciting! Here at The Boutique Hub, we help a variety of small businesses and boutique owners turn their dreams into reality, from the boutique veterans, the ones that just launched their business, and those who are just making the decision to start this journey, just like you! Before starting your boutique you want to make sure that you

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back to school marketing ideas

Back to School Marketing Ideas

Back to school season is the second busiest shopping season of the year! How are you going to capitalize this year? This time of year is going to be here before we know it, so its time to get busy prepping! Back to school time is a perfect opportunity to host an event or run a sale to attract new customers for the busy shopping season. Lets get into our top back to school marketing ideas!

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Fourth Quarter Planning and Our Fourth Annual Pink Friday

This week I want to talk not only about fourth quarter goals and planning but also our fourth annual Pink Friday! Pink Friday is a day in November to celebrate small businesses — what it means to be a small business owner, shopping small first, and community over competition. Since founding Pink Friday, we’ve seen small businesses around the world recognize this special day. Last year 38 boutiques in New

Read More »

Pink Friday Promotional Ideas

Pink Friday is coming! Is your boutique ready? Pink Friday is the ‘small business spin’ on the traditional Black Friday experience, reminding people to #ShopSmallFirst.

Read More »

Mastering The Mega Boutique with Leslie Hall, The ZigZag Stripe

Are you curious about what it takes to build a “mega boutique”? In today’s episode, I’m excited to bring you a conversation with Leslie Hall, the founder of The ZigZag Stripe. Leslie’s brand is a shining example of the term “mega boutique,” a concept that’s been buzzing in our industry for some time, and this is one business story that I have loved to watch over the years. Listen as

Read More »

10 Biggest Lessons Learned Throughout 10 Years of Business

The Boutique Hub is celebrating our 10 year anniversary this year! Through many ups and downs, we wouldn’t be here today without YOU, our community! To celebrate our 10 year anniversary, we sat down with founder, Ashley Alderson as she shares her top 10 lessons she’s learned throughout 10 years of business. We know you’ll find some helpful takeaways from our big wins as well as the honest mistakes we’ve made along the way!

Read More »

Must Have Products for a Pop Up Event

Pop-up events have become a popular and effective way for businesses to showcase their products, connect with customers, and create a unique and memorable experience. Whether you’re organizing a pop-up shop, a craft fair, or an art exhibition, having the right products and equipment can make all the difference. In this blog post, we’ll explore the must-have products for a successful pop-up event, making sure you’re well-prepared to make a lasting impression.

Read More »

Navigating Change with Grace with Lindsay Heyneman, Lettie Boutique

Are you ready to learn from a boutique owner who has navigated the evolution of her business with grace and tenacity? Today, I’m thrilled to introduce you to Lindsay Heyneman, the founder and owner of Lettie Boutique. As part of our 10-year anniversary series, Lindsay brings her wealth of experience and genuine positivity to the podcast, offering amazing insights for both new and seasoned boutique owners. Listen in as Lindsay

Read More »

Must-Have Supplies for Starting an Online Boutique

Deciding to embark and your dreams of starting a boutique is so exciting! Here at The Boutique Hub, we help a variety of small businesses and boutique owners turn their dreams into reality, from the boutique veterans, the ones that just launched their business, and those who are just making the decision to start this journey, just like you! Before starting your boutique you want to make sure that you

Read More »
back to school marketing ideas

Back to School Marketing Ideas

Back to school season is the second busiest shopping season of the year! How are you going to capitalize this year? This time of year is going to be here before we know it, so its time to get busy prepping! Back to school time is a perfect opportunity to host an event or run a sale to attract new customers for the busy shopping season. Lets get into our top back to school marketing ideas!

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Mastering Leadership: Building Strong Teams, Ensuring Compliance, and Creating a Great Workplace

Welcome back to the Boutique Chat podcast! In this episode, we’re thrilled to have Jackie Koch, a seasoned HR and recruiting professional turned consultant.

Building a business from the ground up is a thrilling journey filled with excitement and challenges. Often, entrepreneurs find themselves in uncharted territory when it comes to managing people. The transition from focusing solely on the product or service to leading a team can be overwhelming. In a recent podcast conversation between Ashley and Jackie Koch, the topic of navigating team building and leadership skills was explored, offering valuable insights for entrepreneurs.

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