{"id":63291,"date":"2025-04-24T18:20:28","date_gmt":"2025-04-24T23:20:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/?p=63291"},"modified":"2025-04-24T18:20:30","modified_gmt":"2025-04-24T23:20:30","slug":"how-to-buy-smarter-in-person-markets-vs-online-marketplaces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/blog\/how-to-buy-smarter-in-person-markets-vs-online-marketplaces\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Buy Smarter: In-Person Markets vs. Online Marketplaces"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/assets\/artwork\/1x1.gif\" alt=\"Boutique Chat\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/assets\/artwork\/1x1.gif\" alt=\"Boutique Chat\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<iframe title=\"Embed Player\" src=\"https:\/\/play.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/36184755\/height\/192\/theme\/modern\/size\/large\/thumbnail\/yes\/custom-color\/ffe0ff\/time-start\/00:00:00\/playlist-height\/200\/direction\/backward\/download\/yes\/font-color\/000000\" height=\"192\" width=\"100%\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"\" webkitallowfullscreen=\"true\" mozallowfullscreen=\"true\" oallowfullscreen=\"true\" msallowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border: none;\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-apple-podcast-spotify-youtube\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/710-how-to-buy-smarter-in-person-markets-vs-online\/id1351990699?i=1000704435885\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">APPLE PODCAST<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/season-6-kickoff-whats-working-for-small-business-retailers\/id1351990699?i=1000649690669\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a>| <a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/episode\/0R0mwDOsk0jlnpWTVkNosQ?si=yW7gAnitQH-3E-U_vBASOg\">SPOTIFY<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/pv_OWEiRo2E\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YOUTUBE<\/a><\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote has-text-align-center is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Ready to make smarter inventory decisions? In this episode of\u00a0<em>Boutique Chat<\/em>, we\u2019re joined by our very own Samantha Conner, Director of Wholesale at The Boutique Hub, to break down the pros, cons, and strategies behind shopping in-person at market vs. buying online through platforms like Hubventory. We\u2019re sharing how to prep like a pro, use tools like the Boutique Hub\u2019s market must-see lists, and build brand relationships that fuel long-term success.\u00a0<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/FINAL-2025-04-06T104057.895.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-63293\" style=\"width:366px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/FINAL-2025-04-06T104057.895.png 1080w, https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/FINAL-2025-04-06T104057.895-169x300.png 169w, https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/FINAL-2025-04-06T104057.895-576x1024.png 576w, https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/FINAL-2025-04-06T104057.895-768x1365.png 768w, https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/FINAL-2025-04-06T104057.895-864x1536.png 864w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-what-no-one-tells-you-about-opening-a-second-store\">What No One Tells You About Opening a Second Store<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-visual-delivery-boards-peace-of-mind\">Visual Delivery Boards = Peace of Mind<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Gone are the days of wondering when your purchase orders will show up. On Hubventory, you can visually track your incoming products with a <em>Delivery Board.<\/em> Think of it like a calendar-meets-checklist for your inventory. You\u2019ll know exactly what\u2019s coming and when, so you can plan your social media, photo shoots, and floor displays with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, you can set <strong>cancel dates<\/strong>\u2014so if those Christmas socks haven\u2019t shipped by December 10th? You\u2019re not stuck with them in January. Talk about stress relief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-direct-shopify-integration-the-time-saver-you-didn-t-know-you-needed\">Direct Shopify Integration: The Time-Saver You Didn\u2019t Know You Needed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a brand or a retailer, the Shopify integration on Hubventory is a <em>huge<\/em> time-saver. For brands, products seamlessly sync from Shopify into their Hubventory profile. For retailers? Every order placed on Hubventory automatically creates a <strong>draft product<\/strong> in Shopify\u2014complete with photos, descriptions, and pricing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No more scrambling to upload products manually. Review, hit publish, and start selling before your \u201cbanana\u201d turns brown. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-trade-show-integration-online-meets-irl\">Trade Show Integration: Online Meets IRL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Trade shows are still <em>so<\/em> important\u2014and Hubventory agrees. That\u2019s why every brand can upload their trade show calendar, booth locations, and even exclusive in-person discounts for Hub members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning your next market trip? Create a custom \u201cmust-see\u201d list of your favorite brands right inside Hubventory so you can make the most of your time. It\u2019s your personal trade show concierge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bonus-sync-with-the-faves-app\">Bonus: Sync with the Faves App<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Already using the Faves app to organize your market finds? Hubventory integrates with it, so all your in-person and online purchases live in one organized space. It\u2019s a dream for keeping track of what you\u2019ve ordered and what you still need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-built-by-retailers-for-retailers\">Built By Retailers, For Retailers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hubventory isn\u2019t just another wholesale platform\u2014it\u2019s built from direct feedback from over 76,000 retailers. That means everything on the platform is designed to make your life <em>easier,<\/em> not more complicated. From syncing with Shopify to organizing your seasonal buys, it\u2019s all in one place\u2014no extra add-ons, no nickel-and-diming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-boutique-hub-members-enjoy-exclusive-perks\">Boutique Hub Members: Enjoy Exclusive Perks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Anyone can shop on Hubventory, but if you\u2019re a <strong>Boutique Hub Member<\/strong>, the perks get even better. Think automatic discounts like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Free shipping<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduced freight<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BOGO deals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Percentage-off pricing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>No coupon codes, no chasing down brands\u2014these deals are automatically applied when you shop. It\u2019s all included in your Hub membership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ready-to-dive-in\">Ready to Dive In?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If it\u2019s been a while since you\u2019ve logged in (or you\u2019ve never shopped before), here\u2019s your starting point:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/hubventory.com\">hubventory.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use the Magic Password if you forgot yours\u2014it\u2019ll send a login link to your email.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Start following your favorite brands and liking styles you love.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore curated collections built around key retail seasons so you never miss a beat.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Hubventory\u2019s smart algorithm will learn your preferences and deliver more of what you love right to your homepage\u2014think puff sleeves and bows on demand <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From smarter planning and better visibility to exclusive savings and seamless integrations, Hubventory was built to simplify your business and maximize your success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So\u2026 what are you waiting for? Let\u2019s make your next buying season the smartest one yet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/hubventory.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Start Shopping on Hubventory<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"How to Buy Smarter: In-Person Markets vs. Online Marketplaces\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pv_OWEiRo2E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:36px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:45px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-in-this-episode\">In This Episode<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Samantha Conner:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/samanthaconner1\/\">LinkedIn<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/samantha__conner\/\">Instagram<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hubventory.com\/\">Hubventory<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/go.theboutiquehub.com\/summit-2025\">Boutique Summit 2025<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/go.theboutiquehub.com\/retail-bootcamp\">Retail Bootcamp<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/boutiquebossstore.com\/\">2025 Boutique Boss Planner<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/go.theboutiquehub.com\/new-membership-join-page-podcast\">Join The Boutique Hub<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ashley Alderson:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ajalderson\/%22%20%5Ct%20%22_blank\">Instagram<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Boutique Hub:&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/\">Website<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/facebook.com\/boutiquehub\">Facebook<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/instagram.com\/theboutiquehub\">Instagram<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/boutiquehubbusiness\">Pinterest<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/tiktok.com\/@theboutiquehub?lang=en\">TikTok<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCvhd0II4sh8IEVK6cWx6IDQ\">YouTube<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-let-s-connect-askashley\">Let&#8217;s Connect #AskAshley<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Have a question or guest recommendation? Let us know your feedback directly <a href=\"https:\/\/theboutiquehub.typeform.com\/to\/LoSusCKq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here! <\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you love the Boutique Chat Podcast?! Subscribe to our podcast and after that, leave us a review on<a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/boutique-chat\/id1351990699?mt=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&nbsp;iTunes Apple Podcasts here<\/a>!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-must-have-resources\">Must Have Resources <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Boutique Hub:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/\">Website<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/facebook.com\/boutiquehub\">Facebook<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/instagram.com\/theboutiquehub\/\">Instagram<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/boutiquehubbusiness\/\">Pinterest<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/tiktok.com\/@theboutiquehub?lang=en\">TikTok<\/a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCvhd0II4sh8IEVK6cWx6IDQ\">YouTube<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Profit-First-Transform-Cash-Eating-Money-Making\/dp\/073521414X\/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.wvQ3F27ciGlm-qikWR5o74bX1xXCyUuVUVjKTXxSJ2lSIwtTJ1_qej367_TC7BpftcYxxV_ibUIYocZntiyrayKVN6fAiFcq2L2Ikd_luVh0EmY4d2mOBkTuv908ZC78Q6sE51BMXhBw0ng6AJhz8Ch7XX6YCF2gLBv0TOoyu5XYBkZSs2XS87n1R494nhiOhCJ-_ONA-IOMOHkU5o-z3XQxlbCS1rkcw-S-ndc-rdg.sk6NI10VnSWCarCwUcgAhy91fGaHaExLsJht0zJt0xA&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;hvadid=580651190085&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvlocphy=9031031&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvqmt=e&amp;hvrand=5734204082101673293&amp;hvtargid=kwd-166936692518&amp;hydadcr=21933_13324183&amp;keywords=profit+first+by+mike+michalowicz&amp;qid=1730376179&amp;sr=8-1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Profit First<\/a><\/em>&nbsp;by Mike Michalowicz&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/boutiquebossstore.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2025 Boutique Boss Planner<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/go.theboutiquehub.com\/summit-2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boutique Summit 2025<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/go.theboutiquehub.com\/SMMB\">Small Business Marketing Handbook<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/go.theboutiquehub.com\/hiring-bundle?utm_source=TheBoutiqueHub.com&amp;utm_medium=Website&amp;utm_campaign=Products+Courses\">Small Business Hiring Handbook&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/go.theboutiquehub.com\/brand-owner-basics-sales-page-v2\">Brand Owner Basics Masterclass<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/go.theboutiquehub.com\/tradeshow-handbook\">Tradeshow Marketing Handbook<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/go.theboutiquehub.com\/2024-tradeshow-calendar\">2024 Trade Show Calendar<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/retailbootcamp.mykajabi.com\/boutique-hub-black-1\">Boutique Hub Black<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hubventory.com\/\">Hubventory.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/go.theboutiquehub.com\/new-membership-join-page-blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Join The Boutique Hub<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-recent-posts\"><strong><em>Recent Posts:<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list wp-block-latest-posts\"><li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" src=\"https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/New-Blog-Covers-7-300x169.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"The Boutique Hub at MAGIC New York\" style=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/New-Blog-Covers-7-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/New-Blog-Covers-7-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/New-Blog-Covers-7-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/New-Blog-Covers-7.png 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/blog\/the-boutique-hub-at-magic-nyc\/\">The Boutique Hub at MAGIC New York<\/a><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">The Hub Team is heading to MAGIC New York again and we couldn&#8217;t be more excited! With over 320+ brands, you are sure to find more MAGIC in a (New York) minute!\u00a0<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" src=\"https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/EDUCATION-HOW-TO-66-300x169.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"Is Your Boutique Quiet, or Is Your Space Pushing Customers Away?\" style=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/EDUCATION-HOW-TO-66-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/EDUCATION-HOW-TO-66-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/EDUCATION-HOW-TO-66-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/EDUCATION-HOW-TO-66.png 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/blog\/is-your-boutique-quiet-or-is-your-space-pushing-customers-away\/\">Is Your Boutique Quiet, or Is Your Space Pushing Customers Away?<\/a><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">January is slow. You already know that. But here\u2019s the uncomfortable question most boutique owners avoid asking: Is it the season or is it your store?\n\nThe start of a new year is the perfect time to take a hard look at your space. Not when you\u2019re knee-deep in shipments, slammed on weekends, and wishing you had time to fix things, but now. During the quiet. During the downtime. During the moment when changes are actually possible.<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"157\" src=\"https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/5MF-BLOG-COVER-Podcast-14-300x157.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"The 13 Strategies Boutique Owners Need for 2026\" style=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/5MF-BLOG-COVER-Podcast-14-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/5MF-BLOG-COVER-Podcast-14-1024x536.png 1024w, https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/5MF-BLOG-COVER-Podcast-14-768x402.png 768w, https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/5MF-BLOG-COVER-Podcast-14.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/blog\/five-minute-friday-the-13-strategies-boutique-owners-need-for-2026\/\">Five Minute Friday: The 13 Strategies Boutique Owners Need for 2026<\/a><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">As we wrap up Season 7 of the Boutique Chat Podcast, I wanted to pause\u2014right where you&#8217;re listening\u2014and take an honest look at where the retail industry stands today and where it&#8217;s headed next. Based on 1,000&#8217;s of conversations with boutique owners over the past year, this episode breaks down 13 key focus areas that\u2026 <a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/theboutiquehub.com\/blog\/five-minute-friday-the-13-strategies-boutique-owners-need-for-2026\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Read more<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">: Five Minute Friday: The 13 Strategies Boutique Owners Need for 2026<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ready to make smarter inventory decisions? In this episode of\u00a0Boutique Chat, we\u2019re joined by our very own Samantha Conner, Director of Wholesale at The Boutique Hub, to break down the pros, cons, and strategies behind shopping in-person at market vs. buying online through platforms like Hubventory. 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