Podcast Episodes

162 | How To Strategise For Christmas Success

The importance of Christmas for small product businesses can not be underestimated.

Some businesses can end up taking half, and I’ve seen in some circumstances, even three-quarters of their annual s…

Published on 2 years, 3 months ago

161 | My Predictions For Christmas 2023

If you’re a long-time listener to this podcast or have worked with me, you’ll know I love to start talking about Christmas early - from around May actually! With the holiday season but a few months a…

Published on 2 years, 3 months ago

160 | How To Make More Money In Your Business

If you’re running a small product business and are feeling a bit squeezed for cash flow right now, you’re not alone! August and September are traditional, well-established pinch points in the retail …

Published on 2 years, 4 months ago

159 | Staying Agile And Revolutionising Wholesale For Independent Retailers With Charlotte Broadbent

From decreased footfall to financial constraints, retailers across the board continue to be hit hard in the wake of not only the Covid-19 Pandemic but the ongoing cost of living crisis as well. It is…

Published on 2 years, 4 months ago

158 | Scaling Up And Growing A Supportive Team With Helen Dukes

When you start and run your own business it’s often not long before you realise you might need an extra pair of hands. Whether you’re struggling with picking and packing in those busy sales seasons …

Published on 2 years, 4 months ago

157 | Building In Sustainability And Changing The Fashion Business Model With Cally Russell

In episode 157 of The Resilient Retail Game Plan, I speak to Cally Russell, CEO and Co-founder of waste-free clothing brand ‘This Is Unfolded’, supporting children’s education and paying garment work…

Published on 2 years, 4 months ago

156 | Post-Purchase Upselling With Ruth Even Haim

Trying to increase a customer's average spend or basket size can be tricky. With a lot of focus across e-commerce on the pre-purchase experience, brands can easily fall into the trap of frustratin…

Published on 2 years, 4 months ago

155 | Building A Business On Amazon With Emily Johnson

No business has shaped online retail, perhaps all retail, the way that Amazon has. Since its founding in 1994, the e-commerce giant has grown to become one of the most influential economic and cultur…

Published on 2 years, 5 months ago

154 | Seven Tips For Using Summer To Get Ready For Christmas

When it comes to retail it’s never too early to start talking about Christmas! In fact, if you’ve left it this long without considering the big day you might even be too late to take advantage of som…

Published on 2 years, 5 months ago

153 | The Difference Between Being A Designer/Maker And Building A Brand With Sabira Silcock

In episode 153 of The Resilient Retail Game Plan, I speak to Sabira Silcock of sustainable jewellery brand, SKEN Studios. Handmade in Manchester, Sabira produces fun and playful jewellery with person…

Published on 2 years, 5 months ago