The ultimate step-by-step guide to startingÂ
your dream small business!
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The Boutique Hub is the world’s largest boutique community in the industry, connecting boutique retailers, e-commerce retailers, wholesale brands, product makers, and industry service providers and experts to provide support to all who make up the boutique community. The Hub provides daily connection through our boutique groups, our boutique membership that provides strategy and training, wholesale shopping, live events, and a voice for the boutique industry community.
What's Inside The Handbook
This handbook simplifies the 20 hoops any new boutique owner must jump through. With this guide you will be up and running faster and be able to rest assured you took all the necessary steps towards a successful business.
Getting Your Boutique Setup
Figuring out how to find your customers, picking the perfect name, and deciding on a location can be nerve racking and costly if done incorrectly. This guide will help you iron out the wrinkles and decrease the learning curve.
Clarify An Idea Unique To Your Market
Focus On The Ideal Customer
Pick The Perfect Business Name
Pick The Perfect Location - Online vs. Brick & Mortar
Register Your Boutique Name
How To Get an EIN#
Setting Up Social Media Accounts The Right Way
The Perfect Business Structure For A Boutique
Nicole J Palmer
So so impressed with this! I have a meeting with my VA on Tuesday to go over our 2021 content calendar, got two copies printed for us and we are so excited and thankful for all of the ideas!!
Anel AguirreÂ
After seeing a lot of women liking the bundle I decided to buy it for my boutique. I love it! I got it printed in B&W for little less than $7, in a spiral notebook. Thank you so much for always providing great resources for us!!
Jenise Nelson
But for real this is my new BFF! I got it printed out and coil bound and it's just SO much useful info. I'm going to pre-plan and schedule posts and TAKE MY TIME AND LIFE BACK from Facebook and the never ending cycle of trying to create content on a whim. Thanks for this awesome resource!!
Banking, Branding, and Budget
Opening a boutique requires permits, plans, banking accounts and many times employees. This guide will help you get the documentation you need and a plan designed to ensure your success.
How To Apply For A Sellers Permit
Writing A Business Plan
Setting Up Checking Accounts and Banking
How To Delegate Parts Of Your Business
Creating Your Brand
Setting Goals and Benchmarks
How To Set A Budget and Succeed
Picking A Point Of Sale System
Hillary Gravett
SUPER excited about this.Â
Shelli Jent
Omg!!! I already have mine printed and have been scouring over all the information!! It is so good. Thank you so much <3
Ashley Neuweg
Omg! I'm looking at just the first 2 months and I am so excited! I feel like I can finally get a hold on social media with this for 2022!
Finding Wholesalers & A CommunityÂ
Finding the perfect wholesaler can make a MAJOR impact on your new business. This guide will help you find wholesalers, guide you through your first trip to market, and give you the next educational steps.
Finding The Best Wholesalers and Vendors
Going To Market For The First Time
Continued Education - Boutique Owner Basics
Designing A Support System
WHO WE ARE
The Boutique Hub is the world’s largest boutique industry community, connecting boutique retailers, e-commerce retailers, wholesale brands, product makers, and industry services and experts.
The Boutique Hub provides daily connection, strategy, training, wholesale shopping, live events, and a voice for the boutique industry.
