Let’s Talk Ship

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Let’s Talk Ship

Crystal Joyce, Founder of Mrs. Shippie

12 episodes

4 hours ago

When you think of Eczema, you may think of a rash that babies or kids can develop. Or maybe you or someone in your life has Eczema so you know it doesn't necessarily go away or get better with age. That was the case for Stephanie Philpot who has dealt with Eczema her whole life. It wasn't until the COVID pandemic when she lost her job that she started working on a solution for other people with Eczema. In this convo, Stephanie shares her personal journey with Eczema, from being diagnosed as a...

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Episodes (12/12)

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How Stephanie Turned Her Eczema Struggles into a Skincare Subscription Box That Helps Others

3 days ago

52 minutes

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Why Ingredients You Can Pronounce Matter: Tee Williams’ Mission to Bake Better

From Health Coach to Cookie Queen, the story of Tee Williams and Better Butter Cookie Company started with a passed down recipe and nostalgia. In this episode, I chat with Tee about the nostalgic 1950s inspiration behind her company's branding and why "Ingredients You Can Pronounce" is an important piece of her brand. Tee shares how she got Better Butter Cookie off the ground and the strategies you uses to ship baked goods. We even cover how Tee has stayed true to her personal convictions of ...

1 month ago

43 minutes

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From Etsy to Everywhere: Turning a Simple Idea into a Big Business with Kate Gaffney

Have you ever dreamt up a solution to one of your problems and wondered if it could turn into a viable business? Kate Gaffney did just that with the common problem of how to carry her keys. Avryn Co. was born and hasn't stopped growing since their first sale in 2020. In this episode, I chat with Kate about growing from an Etsy shop to selling from her own website to offering her wristlets and wallets to wholesalers. Kate shares the challenges of scaling, especially with shipping and fre...

2 months ago

39 minutes

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How Whitney Scaled from Instagram Sales to a Thriving Vintage Brand

Is it possible for a small business to continue to grow with the new tariffs in place? In this episode we chat with Whitney Conard of Conard and Co about the growth of her Vintage Goods business and the changes she making in light of new tariffs. Whitney shares how and why she started her business on Instagram, then found success on Etsy, and eventually opened her own website and an antique booth. We also talk about the natural evolution of Whitney's brand and how she handles the inevitable p...

2 months ago

40 minutes

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Simple Ways to Cut Shipping Costs and Compete with Amazon

"You have so many options [for shipping]... if your carrier is not working for you, it's time to switch!" We're diving into how to negotiate your shipping prices in this episode of Let's Talk Ship! What you may not know is that every shipping cost is negotiable and NOW (during the summer months) is the perfect time to negotiate. In this episode I share the options and leverage you have as a small to medium sized business. Instead of seeing shipping as a cost center in your business, you can u...

3 months ago

21 minutes

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Behind the Scenes of My 9-2 CEO Lifestyle

We're going behind the scenes of my lifestyle and schedule as a 9-2 CEO in this episode of Let's Talk Ship! I'm sharing what I was doing before I started Mrs. Shippie and why I felt called to start a business in the saturated field of shipping! We dive into the systems I'm implementing to scale Mrs. Shippie while maintaining the working hours I have as a mom to teenagers. What I have learned over the past years is that the flexibility I have as an entrepreneur to create systems that support m...

3 months ago

21 minutes

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Shipping Shopping Season: Optimize Now to Save Later

The summer months are the best time to audit your shipping processes so you can prepare for the busy holiday season. We call this Shipping Shopping Season! In this episode, I'm sharing how you can test different shipping rates, fulfillment platforms, and audit your processes to refine shipping policies during the off-peak summer months. Peak surcharges are coming but you can spend time now negotiating with carriers like UPS, FedEx, and USPS. Hit play to hear a real-world case study of a candl...

3 months ago

20 minutes

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Life and Business on the Road with Kasey of Red's Gone Green

Kasey once wondered if it was possible to continue running her eCommerce business while living full time on the road with her family... In this episode, Kasey, the founder of Red's Gone Green, shares how she has made it work! She breaks down the growth she has seen in the last 10 years and the biggest obstacle she is facing today. We chat about everything from balancing our roles as business owners and moms, to the complexities of pricing and offering free shipping, and beyond. Hit play...

3 months ago

47 minutes

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From Cattle to Consumers with Elizabeth Thomas of Thomas Cattle Co

Shipping a 30 lb perishable product overnight to Florida is not a cheap thing for Thomas Cattle Company - yet they ship their beef nationwide every Monday! In this episode, Elizabeth Thomas shares how the family-run ranching business has grown into a direct-to-consumer beef business and the lessons they've learned along the way. From the steep learning curve of shipping nationwide to their dedication to providing exceptional service to their customers, Elizabeth reveals what it looks li...

4 months ago

33 minutes

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Crafting a Luxury Brand in the Cake World with Elizabeth Solaru

Finding success in the cake industry was a childhood dream come true for Elizabeth Solaru. In this episode of Let's Talk Ship, we're chatting with Elizabeth Solaru, a microbiologist turned luxury cake designer and brand consultant. Elizabeth shares her journey to cake success and the crucial role networking and storytelling played. For Elizabeth's Cake Emporium, collaboration and the willingness to takes risks propelled her into the luxury market. Now Elizabeth is committed to helping others ...

10 months ago

32 minutes

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A Taste of Tradition: France, Japan, and the Birth of Deux Cranes Chocolates

Chocolatier Michiko Marron-Kibbey doesn't shy away from challenging herself and that's exactly what she did when she transitioned from being a teacher in Washington D.C. to attending culinary school in France. Michiko, who is the owner of Deux Cranes Chocolates in California, shares how her Japanese heritage and French training influence her chocolates, known for their unique flavors. We also talk about the challenges of starting a business, the impact of global issues on Deux Cranes operatio...

11 months ago

33 minutes

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New episodes every Tuesday! Connect with your host, Crystal Joyce, on social media @MrsShippie

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