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EPISODE · Mar 17, 2025 · 28 MIN

The 5-Step Quarterly Business Audit You Need to Be Doing

from The Buyerside Chat · host Kristin Fisher

The new-year energy has officially worn off, and if you’re feeling like you’ve slipped back into old habits, you’re not alone. But before you spiral into a Q1 slump, let’s talk about spring cleaning your business—aka the quarterly reset you need to keep your business on track (and making money) all year long.I swear by this process, and if you make it a habit, you’ll feel less overwhelmed, make smarter decisions, and actually enjoy planning for the next year instead of dreading it.In this episode, we’re diving into:> The 5 key areas you need to evaluate every quarter - from goals to inventory management to your marketing.> Why forecasting (not goal-setting) is the real secret to growth> How to spot product trends early (before you get stuck with inventory no one wants)> The #1 marketing question you should be asking yourself regularly> The easiest way to identify operational bottlenecks before they drain your time & moneyAnd yes, we’re also talking about physically cleaning up your business—because a cluttered space = a cluttered mind.Want to stop feeling behind and start running your business like the CEO you actually are? Hit play and let’s do this!Mentioned in This Episode:Goal Setting Workshop – Get clarity & set Quarterly and Annual financial + growth goals that actually work for your product based business.Let’s connect! Get extra insights, tips, and resources when you join my email list. Sign up here.Enjoy the chat!LOOKING TO GROW YOUR WHOLESALE BUSINESS?Retail Pitching👇1) Get the NEW Buyerside Pitch Kit to help you pitch wholesale buyers with confidence. Get yours HEREFaire Growth👇1) Learn what buyers are looking for on Faire. Listen to the FREE private podcast series Unlocking Faire - Get instant access HERE2) Get my exact growth strategy inside the FREE workshop, The Faire Success Blueprint Watch now HERE3) Ready to take action and scale on Faire? Check out The Faire BootcampREADY FOR NEXT-LEVEL, HIGH-TOUCH SUPPORT IN YOUR BUSINESS? Join the Rewired Retail Collective Waitlist HERE - a 6-month high-level mastermind for product based businesses looking to scale profitably and intentionally.(Doors open to limited seats in May 2026)LET'S CONNECT!Want to leave a Question to air on the podcast (OR leave a little podcast love note)? CALL IN TO THE ‘BUYER HOTLINE’ HEREWebsite: kristinfishercoaching.comInstagram @kristinfishercoachingContact: [email protected]

The new-year energy has officially worn off, and if you’re feeling like you’ve slipped back into old habits, you’re not alone. But before you spiral into a Q1 slump, let’s talk about spring cleaning your business—aka the quarterly reset you need to keep your business on track (and making money) all year long.I swear by this process, and if you make it a habit, you’ll feel less overwhelmed, make smarter decisions, and actually enjoy planning for the next year instead of dreading it.In this episode, we’re diving into:> The 5 key areas you need to evaluate every quarter - from goals to inventory management to your marketing.> Why forecasting (not goal-setting) is the real secret to growth> How to spot product trends early (before you get stuck with inventory no one wants)> The #1 marketing question you should be asking yourself regularly> The easiest way to identify operational bottlenecks before they drain your time & moneyAnd yes, we’re also talking about physically cleaning up your business—because a cluttered space = a cluttered mind.Want to stop feeling behind and start running your business like the CEO you actually are? Hit play and let’s do this!Mentioned in This Episode:Goal Setting Workshop – Get clarity & set Quarterly and Annual financial + growth goals that actually work for your product based business.Let’s connect! Get extra insights, tips, and resources when you join my email list. Sign up here.Enjoy the chat!LOOKING TO GROW YOUR WHOLESALE BUSINESS?Retail Pitching👇1) Get the NEW Buyerside Pitch Kit to help you pitch wholesale buyers with confidence. Get yours HEREFaire Growth👇1) Learn what buyers are looking for on Faire. Listen to the FREE private podcast series Unlocking Faire - Get instant access HERE2) Get my exact growth strategy inside the FREE workshop, The Faire Success Blueprint Watch now HERE3) Ready to take action and scale on Faire? Check out The Faire BootcampREADY FOR NEXT-LEVEL, HIGH-TOUCH SUPPORT IN YOUR BUSINESS? Join the Rewired Retail Collective Waitlist HERE - a 6-month high-level mastermind for product based businesses looking to scale profitably and intentionally.(Doors open to limited seats in May 2026)LET'S CONNECT!Want to leave a Question to air on the podcast (OR leave a little podcast love note)? CALL IN TO THE ‘BUYER HOTLINE’ HEREWebsite: kristinfishercoaching.comInstagram @kristinfishercoachingContact: [email protected]

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