Gift Biz Unwrapped

408 – Yes! You Can Be Successful Opening a Retail Shop Today with Jessie Williams


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Maybe you're heard that brick-and-mortar retail shopping is dead.
Don't believe it! Retail is still an option. The dream is not lost.
Today you’ll hear from Jessie, a very successful owner of three shops. She started scrappy and took advantage of growth opportunities as they presented themselves.
You’ll learn about the behind-the-scenes things a store owner faces, and also how eCommerce fits into her overall plan. If you’ve ever thought about opening a bakery or retail store, this one’s for you.
Jessie Williams is the founder of Edge of Urge, which specializes in the success and discovery of emerging designers. Offering a valuable retail space to other local designers, her business model has acted as a launch pad for like-minded, risk-taking, passionate designers, creators, and artists since 2002.
And that’s not all Jessie is also the founder of Unlikely Professionals. Just like Edge of Urge, Unlikely Professionals is built on the mantra of making something from nothing. This space speaks to anyone who believes in their vision to stand proud no matter what the profession. Think: Unisexy general store vibes with apparel, craft beer, and natural wines.
Jessie is a mom, designer, and mentor. And describes herself as a dreamer and tender-hearted.
Opening A Retail Shop
In this episode, you'll hear about ...
  • Why it's okay NOT to know everything before you start.
  • What to look for in a location for your business.
  • The advantages of retail vs. online shopping.
  • How to capture the customers’ interest.
  • Why it's so important to be present at the store.
  • The secret to knowing what your customers want.
  • Building a team.
  • Plus so much more!

  • Tune in now to hear how Yes! You Can Be Successful Opening a Retail Shop Today!
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