Just a little check-in now that life is totally, 100%, unbelievably different. Most of our spaces are closed and we're all treading water, waiting for this nightmare to end. This show is a glimpse into where we at Forty Winks stand with the PPP

On Focussing On The Long Game | Lisa Mullan of Uwila Warrior

Apr 16th, 2020 51m 41s

Today I’m excited to release my chat with Lisa Mullan, owner and co-founder of Uwila Warrior in Boston, MA. Lisa’s company is leading the charge against uncomfortable underwear; we’ve carried her line at Forty Winks since close to the beginning

On Creating Meaningful Connection Online - Jay Adams

Mar 31st, 2020 59m 36s

Today I have the pleasure of releasing my conversation with Jay Adams co-founder and advisor to Brass, an online and brick & mortar company specializing in quality pieces that simplify and enhance their customer's wardrobes. Jay and I connect

On Creating A Foundation For Growth - Ashley Borchard

Mar 17th, 2020 1h 11m

Today I have the pleasure of releasing my chat with Ashley Borchard owner of Cobbygoose in Alpena, Michigan. Cobbygoose is a paint your own pottery, canvas and/or wood studio that also specializes in classes, workshops, and events. Brick and mo

On Asking For What You Want - Greer Goodman

Mar 10th, 2020 59m 31s

I’m excited to bring you this episode with Greer Goodman, owner, and founder of Abroad Modern in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Greer used to manage a sweet little children’s shop called Magpie Kids and I met her whilst shopping for baby stuff. Bac

On Building Community Through Shopkeeping - Stephanie Campbell

Mar 3rd, 2020 56m 35s

I’m very excited to be sharing the first episode of the spring season of Keeping Shop with you! Today I’m speaking with Stephanie Campbell of Blue Willow Boutique in Maryville, Missouri. When we connected, I knew nothing about Stephanie or her

Oh Heyyy, 2020! (and an update on the show)

Jan 1st, 2020 14m 57s

Hey friends,

Oh Hey, 2020! (and some updates + feelings from me)

Dec 31st, 2019 14m 57s

Hey friends. This podcast was supposed to be a little different, but you know...life. Instead, I’m sharing what went well in 2019, what didn't go so hot and where I’m taking the show in 2020. I’m also revealing my word of the year and the ha

Being Fearless - Melissa Solis of Front Row Cosmetics

Dec 10th, 2019 1h 9m

Today I'm speaking with Melissa Solis, owner of Front Row Cosmetics in Raleigh, North Carolina. Not only does Melissa run a brick and mortar, but she's also the creator behind all the products she sells. Melissa and I connected on Instagram (wh

If It Were Easy, Everyone Would Do It - Sonia Rife of Revival Vintage

Nov 26th, 2019 58m 7s

Today I'm speaking with Sonia Rife, owner of Revival Vintage in Austin, Texas. Sonia started her shop in a 480 square foot space and grew it into a thriving, 2800 square foot, multi-vendor space that delights vintage lovers from all over the co

Making A Life That Works For YOU - Molly Avellar of Adorn

Nov 12th, 2019 54m 26s

Today I’m releasing my conversation with Molly Avellar of Adorn in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Molly is a terrific supporter of the show and always sends me much appreciated little check-ins and words of encouragement. I’m so happy to finally be

Buying A Business, Leading A Team & Making Money On Social - Amy Driscoll of Susanna

Oct 29th, 2019 1h

I’m so excited to be chatting with a brick and mortar business owner that I truly admire. Amy Driscoll owns Susanna which has two locations in Massachusetts, one in Cambridge and one in Jamaica Plain. Amy and I both own shops in the same area

Second Round: Courage Comes From Activity - Nesha Frazier of Work Nest

Oct 22nd, 2019 59m 14s

**The last of my re-releases (new episode drops next week), this is my value-packed conversation with Nesha Frazier of Work Nest. Enjoy**Today I'm speaking with Nesha Frazier of Work Nest in Summerville, South Carolina. Work Nest is a one of

Second Round: A Botanical Pharmacopoeia - Kinsey Rosene of Crose Nest

Oct 18th, 2019 56m 22s

**Kinsey has experienced lots of changes since this episode aired a couple of years ago. Namely, she opened another spaced, closed her original space and now operates out of her gorgeous 2nd space in Dedham, Ma. This is still a super valuable

Second Round: Providing The Want And The Need- Emily Kanter of Cambridge Naturals

Oct 8th, 2019 1h 6m

**Here's the second of the re-releases. It's with one of my personal brick and mortar favorites, Emily Kanter of Cambridge Naturals. This conversation doesn't disappoint. Tune in and remember that a new Keeping Shop episode drops on Tuesday, Oc

Second Round: Going With Your Gut - Debi Beard of Debi's Design Diary

Oct 1st, 2019 53m 38s

**I'm re-releasing this episode because it gave me actual chills while I was recording it. And made me cry. It's a good one. New Episode releases on October 29th. **Today I'm speaking with Debi Beard, owner of Debi's Design Diary in Solan

Show Up Even If Your Voice Shakes - Lauren Campbell of The Witch's Fix

Aug 27th, 2019 58m 57s

Today I'm speaking with Lauren Campbell owner of The Witch’s Fix in Ontario Canada. The day before we recorded, I'd been working with a coaching client, one-on-one. We were chatting about goals and dreams and she shared with me that she'd alway

When It's Time To Walk Away - Annie Rocchio of Sun and Glory

Jul 16th, 2019 1h 21m

Today's episode is slightly different from the others. One, it's my first repeat guest and two, it's the first interview I've done with someone that's closing their brick and mortar. My episode 38 guest Annie Rocchio reached out to me with the

The Power Of An Impactful Customer Experience - Brandi Morpurgo of Daisy Chain Book Co.

Jun 25th, 2019 1h 2m

Today I'm speaking with Brandi Morpurgo, owner of Daisy Chain Book Co. in Alberta, Canada. I heard the story of Brandi's book store on wheels on the podcast Don't Keep Your Day Job and now am delighted to be sharing it with you on Keeping Shop.

Leading Change On Main Street - Jess Carter of The Local Variety

Jun 11th, 2019 57m 35s

Leading Change On Main Street - Jess Carter of The Local Variety by Rachel Wentworth

Preparing For Big Success - Virginia Johnson of Gather Here

May 28th, 2019 1h 5m

I feel so lucky to be releasing today's episode with Virginia Johnson, owner of Gather Here in Cambridge, MA. I've admired Virginia from afar for many years now so when my friend Amanda offered to introduce us, I was quick to jump at the oppor

The Beautiful Thing About Failing - Patrick Stoffel of Fox Naturals

May 14th, 2019 1h 2m

My guest today is Patrick Stoffel, the owner and creator of Fox Naturals out of Grand Rapids, Michigan. I found his beautiful shop on Instagram (where else is there these days?) and knew I wanted to talk to him after seeing his product line up.

For Best Results, Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone-Amanda Fleischer of Hooray House Studio

Apr 30th, 2019 55m 4s

Today I'm speaking with Amanda Fleisher retail expert and owner of Hooray House Studio. While Amanda is in the services game now, she's been up close and personal with retail since she was a teenager. She’s run corporate retail spaces, owned a

Thriving In The Messy Middle | DaNay Tossey of Cornerstone Coffee

Apr 16th, 2019 1h 7m

Today I’m speaking with DaNay Tossey, founder and owner of Cornerstone Coffee in McBain Michigan. McBain is a farm town and home to around 1000 people. It’s a place that’s been hit in recent years with its share of financial insecurity and har

Learning From Mistakes, Favorite Systems & Amazing Staff - SOLO Episode

Apr 9th, 2019 34m 16s

Today's it's just me. I know I promised a Meredith cameo, but as you'll hear, stuff just kept happening and we never found time to record. So I decided to record a little solo episode. Frankly, after I sent the audio files off to be edited, I