Your Q4 Holiday Profit Plan: Focus, Flexibility & Less Hustle | Episode 99

Let’s talk about how NOT to burn yourself to a crisp this Q4.If you're listening to this in real time, the retail holiday season has officially kicked off. Whether you’re a product brand or an independent retailer, it’s game time. Here’s the thing: Q4 doesn’t just reward great strategy, it exposes the cracks. It amplifies what’s working and what’s definitely not.In this episode, we talk about how to protect your peace and your profit through the most chaotic (and lucrative!) time of year.I'm giving you the full rundown on in-season strategy: how to be nimble with your promos, what metrics to track now (not later), and how to simplify to amplify your results without totally draining your energy.Whether you’re riding high on early sales or feeling like you're drowning in to-dos, this episode is going to help you finish the year strong—without sacrificing your sanity in the process.Here’s what we’re diving into:Why Q4 magnifies what’s working (and what’s not)The biggest mindset shift I want you to make this seasonHow to audit your promos and marketing to align with what’s actually sellingWhat metrics you need to track post-Cyber Monday (and why!)Tactical tips to protect your energy AND boost your revenueWhat wholesale buyers are doing right now—and how you can support themWhy doing less but better is the vibe for the rest of the yearWhether you’re selling DTC, wholesale, or both, you’ll walk away with actionable steps you can implement TODAY to make this your most profitable and peaceful Q4 yet.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]