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Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten

Wendy Batten, Creative Retail Mentor

How do I attract more customers to my store? How do I get more sales? How do I book out my shop"s events and workshops? How do I do retail marketing and social media for my store? These are the questions that creative retail business owners ask Wendy Batten, creative retail coach and mentor. Wendy works with creative shop owners all over the world and with industry leaders. Her speciality is working with creative retailers to get control over their brick and mortars to avoid burnout and overwhelm

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275. How Top Shop Owners Are Planning Their Holiday...

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/08/25

Add graphic here With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ Holiday Success Planning Guide is now a standalone masterclass! Click HERE to grab it now. You can walk through the sessions at your own pace and rewatch it year after year. Want to plan your entire Q4 with me LIVE? Join me and a small group on September 15th and let’s get down to business. Limited seating for this quarterly planning session. In This Episode: Are you heading into the holiday

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274. Is Your Customer Journey Working? Audit It Now!

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/08/18

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: The holidays are coming. Time to revisit this crucial part of your business. One bad shopping experience can send a loyal customer packing. The good news? You have the power to make every visit unforgettable. Let’s talk about your customer’s journey. In this episode of the Creative Shop Talk Podcast, I’m sharing actionable strategies to enhance every stage of your customer journey—from first discovery to

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273. Train Your Retail Team to Sell Without Feeling...

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/08/11

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Struggling to improve retail staff sales training without turning your store into a pushy sales zone? You're not alone! Let’s talk about it. In this episode, I’m sharing how independent retailers can flip the script from selling to serving—while boosting revenue. Learn how to build a positive sales mindset and create a sales culture in retail that feels good for everyone involved: for you, your staff,

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272. Unlocking Team Potential: Nurturing a Culture of...

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/08/04

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Ready to transform your team from task-doers to strategic thinkers? In Episode 272 of the Creative Shop Talk Podcast, I’m answering a question from one of my Mastermind members, Dan Haynes: How do we flip the mindset of management-level team members from task-oriented to strategic thinking? I’m diving deep into nurturing effective leadership and fostering genuine team buy-in. You’ll discover how to

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271. Back-of-the-Napkin Math: Simplifying Profit...

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/07/28

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Let’s simplify the numbers you need to know and why in your retail business. Don’t be that retailer that is overwhelmed by numbers in retail—or worse, avoiding them altogether. In this episode of the Creative Shop Talk Podcast, I’m sharing the surprisingly simple method I use to help retailers finally understand their sales goals, profit margins, and growth potential. Say goodbye to spreadsheet stress

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270. Progress Over Perfection: How to Break Through...

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/07/21

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Feeling stuck in perfectionism or weighed down by self-doubt? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to stay there! In this quick yet powerful coffee chat, I’m sharing real conversations I’ve had with shop owners navigating mindset challenges like imposter syndrome, overwhelm, and lack of confidence. You’ll walk away with practical mantras, empowering reminders, and actionable strategies to help you move

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269. Coffee Break Chats: Is Your Google Business...

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/07/14

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Is Your Google Business Profile Costing You Customers? Your Google Business profile is one of the easiest and most powerful tools to drive retail growth. In this Coffee Break episode of the Creative Shop Talk Podcast, I’m sharing ten quick, high-impact ways to audit and refresh your profile—just in time for the fall retail rush. Updating your Google Business profile takes 10 minutes. We all have 10

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268. Awesome Isn’t Accidental: Raise the Retail...

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/07/07

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: It’s not luck. It’s not magic. Running a successful retail shop takes purpose, planning, and showing up as your best self. In this inspiring episode, I’m sharing a powerful reminder from one of my favorite authors, Jon Acuff: “Awesome is never accidental.” Let’s talk about how you can intentionally create a business that feels great for you and your customers—on purpose, not by chance. We don’t want

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267. Retail Planning Midyear Check-In: The Essential...

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/06/30

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: I want you to ask yourself this question: “Why wouldn’t I be checking in mid-year with my retail business? Is there something I am avoiding? Am I making excuses like I’m ‘too busy’?” (Your words, not mine!) As a retail coach, it’s my job to not only teach you the steps you need to take to do a midyear check-in in your retail business but also encourage you to get it done. Trust me: this will make a huge

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266. Behind the Counter: Retail Growth Tips You Want...

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/06/23

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Running a retail business isn’t just about WHAT you sell—it’s about WHO you bringing together in your retail store. In this heartwarming and wisdom-filled episode, Cadence Kidwell of Fuzzy Goat (a yarn store in Thomasville, Georgia) shares how she’s built a thriving business rooted in connection, creativity, and community support. Whether you’re a seasoned retailer or just starting out, Cadence’s story

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265. How to Have a Summer of Ease Without Losing...

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/06/16

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Let’s make this summer your most joyful and productive yet, without the burnout. In this episode, I’m sharing how to embrace a "Summer of Ease" while still keeping your retail business humming along behind the scenes. Whether you're a brick-and-mortar owner in peak tourist season or experiencing a slower Q3, this one’s for you. We’re trading hustle for harmony by leaning into three core pillars: (1) Fun

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264. Turn Your Summer Slowdown Into a Retail Reset

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/06/09

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Let’s talk about the “summer slowdown,” shall we? In this episode of the Creative Shop Talk Podcast, we’re flipping the script on the summer slowdown and showing you how to use any quiet time as a powerful CEO reset. Whether it’s organizing your back-end systems, strengthening customer relationships, or proactively planning for Q4, this season can be one of your most productive if approached with

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263. Why CEO Time Isn’t Optional in Your Retail Business

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/06/02

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Do you struggle to schedule and/or keep your CEO dates with yourself? Running your shop like a true CEO isn’t just for big-box retailers: it’s for independent creative retail shop owners just like you - trust me on this. If you’ve ever felt like your business is dragging you down; if you KNOW you aren’t spending your time on the things you should be…this episode is for you. Not sold on why CEO time

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262. 11 Tiny Habits That Will Make Your Retail...

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/05/26

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Small habits can lead to big results! In this episode of the Creative Shop Talk Podcast, I’m sharing 11 easy-to-start micro habits that can totally transform your retail business. These habits may be small, but they pack a powerful punch. From looking at your numbers to making faster decisions, I’ll give you real-world, simple advice that WORKS. Whether you run a boutique, a gift shop, or a

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261. How to Stay Focused and Get Things Done

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/05/19

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Running a shop can feel like juggling flaming squirrels – I totally get it! In this episode of The Creative Shop Talk Podcast, I’m sharing a powerful training from the Retailer’s Inner Circle library to help you focus, prioritize, and actually get things done (without the late nights and endless to-do lists). If distractions and squirrel-brain are wreaking havoc on your retail business, listen up

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260. Winning with Community in Your Retail Business:...

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/05/12

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Helping and inspiring independent retailers is my passion (and my job!), but I would be remiss if I never shared how inspiring my retailers are to ME. Their inspiration is never more apparent than when we are all together in person: talking shop, ruminating on all the things, and brainstorming through big ideas. In this episode, I’m sharing some of my takeaways from my Level Up Mastermind Retreat in

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259. Behind the Counter: Building a Unique Retail...

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/05/05

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: Can couples successfully run a retail shop together? Absolutely! From a flash of inspiration on a trip to London to creating a beloved community hub in Thomasville, Georgia; Amy and Chris Hart join me on the Creative Shop Talk Podcast to share how passion, teamwork, and a little bit of "what's our widget?" can turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality. Amy and Chris own The Hare and the Hart, a

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258. Five Smart & Ethical Ways to Build Your Email...

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/04/28

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ In This Episode: What’s something you are doing now in your retail business that you wish you would have started doing sooner? When I ask clients this question, the answer is often “I wish I would have started an email list sooner.” The reason is because they’ve learned over time that email is still a super powerful tool! It’s a direct line to your customers - no “beating the algorithm” required. In this episode, I’m

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257. Spring Cleaning for Your Retail Business:...

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/04/21

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ LAST CALL! Are you ready to simplify your marketing strategy and boost your retail sales? Join me and a small group of driven retail business owners for my 6-week, hands-on program: The Sales and Marketing Accelerator! Each week, you’ll receive a short video with an actionable tip followed by a live, interactive strategy group coaching session. We’ll work together to create a simple, repeatable marketing plan tailored to

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256. Retailers in the Wild: Elevate Your Retail Shop...

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten ·

2025/04/14

With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ Are you ready to simplify your marketing strategy and boost your retail sales? Join me and a small group of driven retail business owners for my 6-week, hands-on program: The Sales and Marketing Accelerator! Each week, you’ll receive a short video with an actionable tip followed by a live, interactive strategy group coaching session. We’ll work together to create a simple, repeatable marketing plan tailored to your

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