<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Small Business Collaborative]]></title><description><![CDATA[I help creative business owners grow their business]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:03:36 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[How to follow up with retail buyers without feeling annoying]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to follow up with retail buyers without feeling annoying. Most orders come from the follow-up, so here's a warm follow-up strategy that gets replies.]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/how-to-follow-up-with-retail-buyers-without-feeling-annoying</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6abd1efbe32b2c5b3b52eee1</guid><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 08:00:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_d1d087176d4a4bad8f719440b2db335f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_612,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>currancharlotte24</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wholesale systems that save you time (and make you more money)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wholesale systems that save you time and make you more money. A simple wholesale CRM, order process and automations so nothing slips and orders keep coming. ]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/wholesale-systems-that-save-you-time-and-make-you-more-money</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a9813c4f5ecdd9df923d90c</guid><category><![CDATA[Grow your sales]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:00:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_bba0fab757124568b4fb848dd383a696~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_612,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Therese</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why your wholesale sales feel inconsistent (and how to fix that)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why your wholesale sales feel inconsistent, and how to fix it. Swap feast-and-famine for structure, consistent outreach and reorders you can plan around.]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/why-your-wholesale-sales-feel-inconsistent-and-how-to-fix-that</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a981b0cc19f6365ecfb93c1</guid><category><![CDATA[Let's talk sales]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:00:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_5163bb1ac07a41e3913b6cd242d20b6e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_612,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Therese</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Christmas wholesale trends you can actually use]]></title><description><![CDATA[Christmas wholesale trends you can actually use. Tie your existing range into festive trends, help buyers buy, and sell more to shops this season. ]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/christmas-wholesale-trends</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a7da8fbbc8e587d439bf6f4</guid><category><![CDATA[Let's talk sales]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:13:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_8f6673d1dadc42cfa215edbd9bfa7c73~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_612,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Therese</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to plan your Christmas wholesale sales early]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to plan your Christmas wholesale sales early. Set your cutoffs, plan your newsletters, encourage early orders and prep spring, so festive season stays calm. ]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/how-to-plan-your-christmas-wholesale-sales-early</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a7dab182ca7f56c71829369</guid><category><![CDATA[Let's talk sales]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:11:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_f49aa9e12ba4485c93746c474a426970~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_612,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Therese</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wholesale Jargon - What Does it Mean]]></title><description><![CDATA[In this blog post, we'll be looking to explain the most commonly used wholesale jargon. 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A mid-year wholesale review helps you see what's working, cut what isn't, and refocus your wholesale business for a strong Q3.]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/mid-year-wholesale-review</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a736a4471634c5180810b0a</guid><category><![CDATA[Let's talk sales]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2026 08:52:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_38dfcd0e99184d6f86dd2a9fb06364d9~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Therese</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 simple ways to grow wholesale in the second half of the year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Grow your wholesale before the year is out. Five simple, proactive ways to increase wholesale orders and plan for peak season, from Small Business Collaborative.]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/5-simple-ways-to-grow-wholesale-in-the-second-half-of-the-year</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a736d062dc76a37da380c50</guid><category><![CDATA[Grow your sales]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 06:49:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_a50081f72e724d7086e092bd74e360e7~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Therese</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to get repeat orders from stockists without feeling pushy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Getting a first wholesale order is great. Getting consistent reorders is the goal. 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Learn what to fix before you invest.]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/why-most-first-time-exhibitors-lose-money-at-trade-shows-and-what-to-build-before-you-book-your-sta</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d50804f1e9d95ab5e72623</guid><category><![CDATA[Let's talk sales]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:13:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_f741f9c34ada45679773121620fb68ec~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_940,h_612,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>currancharlotte24</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>