<?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>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:36:41 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><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. Here's how to follow up with stockists in a way that feels professional, not pushy. ]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/how-to-get-repeat-orders-from-stockists-without-feeling-pushy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1eb1cac8425dc5576e02af</guid><category><![CDATA[Let's talk sales]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:26:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_bbdf9bb5a68243b4a8c4830df291e642~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>currancharlotte24</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why you don't need a new product to increase sales]]></title><description><![CDATA[You don't need a new product to increase your wholesale sales. Here's why your bestsellers are your biggest untapped asset, and how to use them properly.]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/what-to-do-when-wholesale-sales-go-quiet-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fc7afd666cfccd94166a58</guid><category><![CDATA[Let's talk sales]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:06:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_3cb63dc8ac2b4d9c90caa13eb9dd7261~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>currancharlotte24</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to raise your wholesale prices without losing stockists]]></title><description><![CDATA[Planning to raise your wholesale prices? Here's how to do it without damaging stockist relationships, including when to do it, how to communicate it, and what to say. ]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/how-to-raise-your-wholesale-prices-without-losing-stockists</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f9c8eb2528aeae0146b59b</guid><category><![CDATA[Let's talk sales]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:05:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_b68a1569342a4ee68a10ae70b3039062~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>currancharlotte24</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How retail buyers think (and what makes them say yes)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Retail buyers don't just buy products. They buy confidence. Here's what's actually going through a buyer's head when they read your pitch, and what makes them say yes. ]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/how-retail-buyers-think-and-what-makes-them-say-yes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1d71f07b6630756eef0530</guid><category><![CDATA[Grow your sales]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:07:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_751ec5b43f364c7486af8b8996b4bff9~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>currancharlotte24</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What to do when wholesale sales go quiet (and how to fix it)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wholesale gone quiet? Here's how to diagnose what's happening, what not to do, and the five things that will actually get your sales moving again. ]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/what-to-do-when-wholesale-sales-go-quiet</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fc7321f4b0389e41d4b70b</guid><category><![CDATA[Let's talk sales]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:05:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_7a945087904a45e8a4265aea138380c0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>currancharlotte24</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to check if your wholesale prices are still profitable in 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are your wholesale prices still making you money? Here's how to review your margins before summer orders land, and what to do if the numbers don't add up. ]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/how-to-check-if-your-wholesale-prices-are-still-profitable</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f9c0c4438dc58e2c8b8b36</guid><category><![CDATA[Let's talk sales]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:03:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_a23fb8cdd9734dd0b7bbbb8441e504dd~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>currancharlotte24</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is it profitable to sell on Faire? A realistic breakdown for product brands]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wondering if Faire is actually worth it for your brand? Here’s a straightforward breakdown of how the platform works, what the fees really mean, and how to make it a profitable part of your wholesale strategy.]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/is-it-profitable-to-sell-on-faire</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69de4f7c1847596b2f508ec8</guid><category><![CDATA[Let's talk sales]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:24:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_e86fc4d4503845249c75f5799692a0f8~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[How to get more orders on Faire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Not getting orders on Faire? It’s probably not the platform. 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Learn how to prepare properly, talk to buyers with confidence, and follow up in a way that actually gets you orders.]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/how-to-prepare-for-a-trade-show-and-actually-get-orders</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c529719955c6925cb43659</guid><category><![CDATA[Let's talk sales]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:41:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_fa184d3645d34613ab6220818f6f625d~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[5 reasons buyers ignore your pitch and how to fix it]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why buyers ignore emails from brands and how to fix it. Learn the most common email pitch mistakes, how to get retailers’ attention, and what to change to get replies.]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/5-reasons-buyers-ignore-your-pitch-and-how-to-fix-it</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6996f878aab309115cb3d33c</guid><category><![CDATA[Let's talk sales]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:31:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_6f2e9f03d5e74a07a32076055aac26ef~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 write an email pitch that gets retail buyers to reply]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to write a wholesale email pitch that gets buyers to reply. Learn how to pitch your product to retailers, avoid common mistakes, and use a simple wholesale email pitch template.]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/how-to-write-an-email-pitch-that-gets-retail-buyers-to-reply</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6995e9de9910c1b83a6a7c85</guid><category><![CDATA[Let's talk sales]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 13:15:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_3b1b72727b744742b45425d677e54f40~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[Common wholesale catalogue mistakes (and how to fix them)]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you’ve ever found yourself wondering why buyers aren’t ordering (even when they seem interested), have a look through this list. ]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/common-wholesale-catalogue-mistakes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d12faf2c5b7307ba31f79a</guid><category><![CDATA[Start to wholesale]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 07:55:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_eb819cad11e0495fb68d1f94654748e8~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 plan your wholesale year for consistent and predictable sales]]></title><description><![CDATA[Learn how to plan your wholesale year with confidence. 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A clear guide to wholesale planning and sales mindset for small businesses.]]></description><link>https://www.smallbusinesscollaborative.co.uk/post/why-your-wholesale-plans-keep-falling-apart-and-what-needs-to-change-this-year</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695bf73963c52e77efcd9c99</guid><category><![CDATA[Grow your sales]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:19:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/602d6a_04d2bbc419f94587a256e3001004e1af~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>currancharlotte24</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>