Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten

Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten

Author: Wendy Batten, Creative Retail Mentor Language: English Episodes: 50
Running a creative retail business often means juggling a hundred questions at once, from attracting the right customers to filling workshops and making social media feel less like a chore. Creative Shop Talk with Wendy Batten is where those pressing, daily questions meet practical, real-world answers. Hosted by creative retail mentor Wendy Batten, this podcast draws directly from her work with shop owners globally and conversations with industry leaders. Each episode feels like a focused coaching session, breaking down the complexities of modern retail into actionable steps. You’ll hear honest discussions about gaining control over your marketing, streamlining operations, and building a shop that thrives not just survives. The dialogue is grounded in the reality of running a physical creative business, offering strategies that are both thoughtful and immediately useful. Tune in for a blend of Wendy’s direct mentorship and insights from peers who understand exactly what you’re building. This isn’t about vague theory; it’s a resource for turning your unique vision into a sustainable, bustling enterprise. Find clarity and confidence for your creative shop by following the podcast wherever you listen.
Episodes
307. Spring Cleaning Your Retail Business Starts With Your Mindset [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:11
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ Episode Overview What if spring cleaning your business had nothing to do with your shelves and everything to do with what's going on in your head…
306. How to Handle Donation Requests: A Simple System for Shop Owners [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:52
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ Episode Overview I'm hearing from so many shop owners right now about the sheer volume of donation requests coming through their doors and inboxe…
305. Building Loyalty Through Positive Customer Experience [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:51
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ Episode Overview In this episode, I'm reframing what customer loyalty really means for independent retailers. Rather than focusing on loyalty pro…
299. Retail Mystery March: Is Your Inventory Priced for Profit? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:01
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ Episode Overview Why would a shop that has been open for over a decade, has loyal customers, strong brands, and steady traffic have stalled growt…
298. Mystery March: Why Sales Decline When Shop Standards Slip [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:04
With host retail coach Wendy Batten https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/ Episode Overview In this first Mystery March episode, I'm sharing a fictional case study about a thriving yarn shop that begins to see a quiet de…