Navigating the Holiday Selling Season and Planning Ahead in a Shaky Economy

Slow September sales and signs of a flagging economy have a lot of Canadian creatives worried about the upcoming holiday selling season. Even Etsy has made efforts to boost sales on behalf of shop owners! And, with no real relief in sight, what does 2024 have in store? Melissa and Heather tackle this head on with lots of practical strategies and tips to help creatives, artists and makers get focused and make a plan - both for the holiday season and next year!

Podcast Episode, ResourcesMelissa HartfielOctober 6, 2023S5, art business, planning, economic instability, holiday selling, holiday prepComment

ASLU 110: Navigating Economic Uncertainty For Creative Business Owners

How do you keep your creative business stable when the economy isn't? When everything from inflation and interest rates to fuel and food are going up up up and disposable income is shrinking, it’s important to know your numbers, watch your cash flow, keep marketing, evaluate your offerings and raise your prices when it's necessary. This week’s episode will help!

Podcast EpisodeMelissa HartfielJune 17, 2022S3, creative enterpreneurshp, business mindset, economic instability, art business, business tipsComment