The Retail Whore
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PART I: HOLIDAY MERCHANDISING THAT MAKES CUSTOMERS STOP AND SHOP— SHELF TALK WITH CO-HOST SUSAN ESAYIAN FEATURING KATE KAUFFMAN
In this episode, Michelle, Susan, and Kate dive into holiday merchandising from every angle, from planning months in advance to creating displays that feel intentional instead of overwhelming. They share ideas for layering holiday throug...
EP 244: BUILDING A BOUTIQUE THAT BREAKS THE RULES WITH EMILY BROOKER
Emily Brooker is the creative director and owner of Esme and Elodie, a women's and plus size boutique in Renton, Washington. Esme and Elodie is known for being size inclusive, sex positive and humor filled. Emily guides her vision of social ent...
EP 243: REPLAY: BE AN ACTIVE LISTENER WITH TRUDI BARTOW
This week’s guest is Trudi Bartow, Director of Sales & Marketing at the Unemployed Philosophers Guild. Trudi joined the gift world via the preeminent art book publisher Harry N. Abrams and create...
EP 242: THE PROBLEM WITH BUYING EVERYTHING YOU LOVE
Fresh off multiple Dallas Market setups and heading into Las Vegas Market, Michelle shares what's working, what's changing, and how she's rethinking her buying strategy for the season ahead.In this episode, Michelle reflects on her recen...
EP 241: THE BEST ADVICE FOR NEW RETAILERS
In this episode, Michelle shares a completely different style of Retail Whore Podcast episode recorded live from the Seattle Mart, where seasoned retailers shared their best advice for new store owners. From learning your numbers and building s...