Indie Retail & Retail Marketing Tips

All our best advice on opening a shop, retail marketing, buying wholesale, and running a small business. Find out more: https://blog.creoate.com/
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15 Shop Frontage Ideas & Inspo
Your shopfront is your first opportunity to make an impression on passers-by. So let’s make it a great one! Whether you’re looking for fun and effective way to paint your shopfront, inspiration for window vunyls and decals, or deciding on a hanging sign, take inspiration from 15 of our favourite shopfront design ideas below, grouped by theme.
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London shopping inspiration!
Thought your day shopping at Spitalfields Market was over? Think again! Don't miss out on this unique cutie. From books :books: pottery :amphora: to gorgeous prints and cards :art:@inspitalfields has everything an eclectic heart could ever want! Want to support a perfectly curated retailer that also supports small independent businesses? Then check out Inspitalfields:sparkles:
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Small Business Tips
We're all for saving on both of those ☝️ So, we created this list of things we think any small business owners out there should consider automating where possible.
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End of Year Reviews are in!
Let's reflect on an incredible year! 🎆 As we gear up to close the chapter on 2023, we're celebrating the highs, lows, and all the new growth experienced here at CREOATE 🙌 Let's raise a glass to the achievements and milestones that shaped our 2023 journey 📸 Cheers to 2024 and another year of retail success! 🍾🥂
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Ikigai Finding your purpose
Are you familiar with the Japanese concept of Ikigai? 🤔 The framework is often used to help people find their 'reason for being', or the thing that gives them a sense of purpose or fulfilment. In Japanese, 'Iki' means 'life,' and 'gai' translates to value or worth ✨ Are you considering starting a new business venture, a project, or simply searching for how you can make a living out of what you're passionate about? Perhaps the Ikigai framework can help!
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How to Prep Your Ecommerce Store for Black Friday
If your business is taking part in Black Friday this year, preparation is key to making the whole event run smoothly. But where do you even start? And is it too late to opt in now? Don’t worry, there’s still plenty you can do to get in on the Black Friday action. And here are twelve steps (in no particular order) to get you moving in the right direction.
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Business Inspiration
Essential terms for small business owners - we're here to help! Whether it be business to business / consumer or learning conversion rates within marketing assets.
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essential terms for small business owners
Essential terms for small business owners - we're here to help! Whether it be learning assets and liabilities within your industry and structure
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Mindset for success
Mindset shifts for success, whatever that looks like to you ✨ Don't wait for a new week, month, or year; start adopting these healthy shifts in perspective today, and hit the pin for the next time you need a reminder 💆
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Support locally owned
Join the movement to support homegrown talent with our Focus on Local UK campaign 🛍️ Dive into the charm of local businesses, discover unique treasures, and make a difference in your community! 🌟
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Business App Media Essentials
Are you a small business owner in search for some free essential resources? Look no further! We're here to get you on board and organised, as well as having your social media looking top notch! Go Instagrammers!
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SHOP LOCAL
Support local! Go local! Love local! shop, spend and enjoy local too! Calling all small independent businesses, we're here to help you thrive! Shopping finatics, whether searching for those homely essentials, or wanting the warm winter aesthetic, explore with us!
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The 80/20 Rule for Branding, Social Media & Email Marketing
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Small business resources
PSA: Small business owners, remember to maximise free resources! Here are just a few free and super accessible tools that can help boost your productivity, and maximise your marketing content, while saving you time and money 🙌
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Positive reviews all round!
Trust Pilot has been shining with positive reviews more recently! Looking for a wholesale platform to stock your shelves with? Or maybe you're looking to grow your business! Reach out to us today!