Thinking about opening a shop this year?
I’ll give you the insider secrets to help you open your dream retail business and minimise the stress, overwhelm and financial risk
Thinking about opening a shop this year?
I’ll give you the insider secrets to help you open your dream retail business and minimise the stress, overwhelm and financial risk!
As a seasoned retail design and project management consultant with over 20 years of industry experience, I've seen it all when it comes to the challenges of opening a successful shop.
I know firsthand the stress, overwhelm, and financial risks that come with navigating the complex world of leases, budgets, timelines, and tradespeople.
But it doesn't have to be that way.
As a seasoned retail design and project management consultant with over 20 years of industry experience, I've seen it all when it comes to the challenges of opening a successful shop.
I know firsthand the stress, overwhelm, and financial risks that come with navigating the complex world of leases, budgets, timelines, and tradespeople.
But it doesn't have to be that way.
Introducing the Top Tips Toolkit
My proven 10-step system that will guide you through every phase of opening a retail business, from choosing the perfect location to ensuring a smooth grand opening...with money still in the bank.
Unlike generic business courses, the Top Tips Toolkit is laser-focused on the specific obstacles aspiring shop owners face. I've distilled decades of hard-won industry knowledge into a simple, step-by-step framework that takes the guesswork out of launching your dream store.
Introducing the Top Tips Toolkit
My proven 10-step system that will guide you through every phase of opening a retail business, from choosing the perfect location to ensuring a smooth grand opening...with money still in the bank.
Unlike generic business courses, the Top Tips Toolkit is laser-focused on the specific obstacles aspiring shop owners face. I've distilled decades of hard-won industry knowledge into a simple, step-by-step framework that takes the guesswork out of launching your dream store.
- Identify the ideal retail space and negotiate favourable lease terms
- Effectively manage your budget throughout the entire shopfitting process
- Assemble a top-notch team of designers, shopfitters, and tradespeople
- Create a strategic project management plan to stay on track and on time
- Ensure a successful grand opening with money still in the bank
- And, as a special bonus, you'll also receive access to valuable templates, checklists, and resources to support you every step of the way.
While other so-called "experts" offer vague advice or outdated information, my course gives you the insider secrets, practical strategies, and personalised support to:
- Identify the ideal retail space and negotiate favourable lease terms
- Effectively manage your budget throughout the entire shopfitting process
- Assemble a top-notch team of designers, shopfitters, and tradespeople
- Create a strategic project management plan to stay on track and on time
- Ensure a successful grand opening with money still in the bank
- And, as a special bonus, you'll also receive access to valuable templates, checklists, and resources to support you every step of the way.
Here’s How It All Breaks Down:
Inspecting a Tenancy
Learn how to find the right location and negotiate with your lease agent.Working Out Your Budget
Find out what you should include in your budget, and how to keep it realistic.Working Out The Program
Learn how to plan your project and accurate deadlines.Review Your Lease And Offer
Making sure your lease offer suits your opening timeframe and business needs.Update Your Budget: Offer Stage
Now you are underway, learn how to adapt your budget to your working project.Finding A Designer
What to look for, ask, and expect from your shop designer.Briefing Your Designer
Learn to communicate and negotiate with your designer.Finding A Shopfitter
How to find the right tradespeople for your business and create a plan and contract with them.Update Your Budget: Tender Stage
Costs, plans, and expectations change as the project progresses. Learn how to adapt and stay on track with your finances.Monitoring The Build
How to oversee and keep track of the build of your shop.
Here’s How It All Breaks Down:
You see, I know that opening a shop for the first time can feel daunting, especially if you're operating on a limited budget and timeline.
You see, I know that opening a shop for the first time can feel daunting, especially if you're operating on a limited budget and timeline.
In fact, here's what some of my past clients have to say:
Could not recommend Karyn (Setting Up Shop) more highly!! From the very beginning to the very end, Karyn is with you every step of the way. Our first major Café fitout and I can 100% say that we would never have made it even half way to the finish line without her guidance & expertise.
- Melanie Warren
One review will not do Karyn justice - she is efficient, knowledgeable, proactive and understanding. Karyn will save you money, pre-empt problems and have solutions before it happens, and deliver on time.
- Lucy George, Owner, Mumbleberry
But don't just take their word for it. As the founder of Setting Up Shop, I've helped countless aspiring entrepreneurs just like you turn their retail dreams into reality.
And now, I'm ready to share my step-by-step system with you.
In fact, here's what some of my past clients have to say:
Could not recommend Karyn (Setting Up Shop) more highly!! From the very beginning to the very end, Karyn is with you every step of the way. Our first major Café fitout and I can 100% say that we would never have made it even half way to the finish line without her guidance & expertise.
- Melanie Warren
One review will not do Karyn justice - she is efficient, knowledgeable, proactive and understanding. Karyn will save you money, pre-empt problems and have solutions before it happens, and deliver on time.
- Lucy George, Owner, Mumbleberry
But don't just take their word for it. As the founder of Setting Up Shop, I've helped countless aspiring entrepreneurs just like you turn their retail dreams into reality.
And now, I'm ready to share my step-by-step system with you.
But don't just take their word for it. As the founder of Setting Up Shop, I've helped countless aspiring entrepreneurs just like you turn their retail dreams into reality.
And now, I'm ready to share my step-by-step system with you.
The Top Tips Toolkit is your ultimate roadmap to a stress-free, profitable shop launch. Here's what you can expect:
When Melanie first came to me, she was overwhelmed by the daunting process of opening her first café. But with my guidance and support using these 10 easy steps, she was able to navigate every step of the shopfitting journey - from negotiating the lease to managing the tradespeople - with confidence.
As a result, Melanie was able to open her doors on time and on budget, without the stress and uncertainty that so often plagues new shop owners.
The Top Tips Toolkit is your ultimate roadmap to a stress-free, profitable shop launch. Here's what you can expect:
When Melanie first came to me, she was overwhelmed by the daunting process of opening her first café. But with my guidance and support using these 10 easy steps, she was able to navigate every step of the shopfitting journey - from negotiating the lease to managing the tradespeople - with confidence.
As a result, Melanie was able to open her doors on time and on budget, without the stress and uncertainty that so often plagues new shop owners.
I know the road to opening your own shop can feel long, winding, and full of potential roadblocks.
You might be worried about finding the right location, dealing with difficult landlords, or managing your budget throughout the build-out.
You might even be afraid of making costly mistakes that could derail your entire dream.
But that's where the Top Tips Toolkit comes in.
I know the road to opening your own shop can feel long, winding, and full of potential roadblocks.
You might be worried about finding the right location, dealing with difficult landlords, or managing your budget throughout the build-out.
You might even be afraid of making costly mistakes that could derail your entire dream.
But that's where the Top Tips Toolkit comes in.
A smooth delivery, to budget and to our timeline.
On behalf of the Board I wanted to sincerely thank you for your work on our West Village project. Your experience, guidance and negotiating skills ensured a smooth delivery of our new home, to budget and to our timeline. And all completed in a pandemic! Thank you for your professionalism and the extra care you brought to this project. We consider you a valuable part of the Metro Arts family.
- Michael Cottier, Chair, Metro Arts
A smooth delivery, to budget and to our timeline.
On behalf of the Board I wanted to sincerely thank you for your work on our West Village project. Your experience, guidance and negotiating skills ensured a smooth delivery of our new home, to budget and to our timeline. And all completed in a pandemic! Thank you for your professionalism and the extra care you brought to this project. We consider you a valuable part of the Metro Arts family.
- Michael Cottier, Chair, Metro Arts
A wealth of knowledge.
Karyn seamlessly project-managed a new build for me over a number of months. I found her to be professional, organised, and an excellent communicator. She brought a wealth of knowledge to the project that resulted in a finished build that was beyond my expectations. I could not recommend her more highly!
- Clare Sourgnes, CEO, Artisan
A wealth of knowledge.
Karyn seamlessly project-managed a new build for me over a number of months. I found her to be professional, organised, and an excellent communicator. She brought a wealth of knowledge to the project that resulted in a finished build that was beyond my expectations. I could not recommend her more highly!
- Clare Sourgnes, CEO, Artisan
Smooth design and fit out.
Before I began the process I had no idea of exactly how much was involved, and I am so glad that I had the team from Setting Up Shop there with me the entire time. The design and fit out ran so smoothly and this was all thanks to them. If you’re doing a fit out, relocating, or opening a business you need Karyn and Ali on your team! I can’t thank them enough!!
- Alannah Read, Owner, Ella & Jade
Smooth design and fit out.
Before I began the process I had no idea of exactly how much was involved, and I am so glad that I had the team from Setting Up Shop there with me the entire time. The design and fit out ran so smoothly and this was all thanks to them. If you’re doing a fit out, relocating, or opening a business you need Karyn and Ali on your team! I can’t thank them enough!!
- Alannah Read, Owner, Ella & Jade
Smooth design and fit out.
Before I began the process I had no idea of exactly how much was involved, and I am so glad that I had the team from Setting Up Shop there with me the entire time. The design and fit out ran so smoothly and this was all thanks to them. If you’re doing a fit out, relocating, or opening a business you need Karyn and Ali on your team! I can’t thank them enough!!
- Alannah Read, Owner, Ella & Jade
As your personal guide and industry insider, I'll be with you every step of the way, using my decades of experience to help you avoid the pitfalls and shortcuts that so many new shop owners fall victim to.
Because the truth is, there's a common enemy that has been holding aspiring entrepreneurs back from achieving their retail dreams: lack of knowledge and support. Too many people try to navigate the complex world of shop openings on their own, only to find themselves overwhelmed, stressed, and facing unexpected financial and logistical challenges. But with the Top Tips Toolkit, you don't have to go it alone.
In just 1 hour, I'll share my proven 10-step system to get your shop up and running quickly, efficiently, and profitably.
As your personal guide and industry insider, I'll be with you every step of the way, using my decades of experience to help you avoid the pitfalls and shortcuts that so many new shop owners fall victim to.
Because the truth is, there's a common enemy that has been holding aspiring entrepreneurs back from achieving their retail dreams: lack of knowledge and support. Too many people try to navigate the complex world of shop openings on their own, only to find themselves overwhelmed, stressed, and facing unexpected financial and logistical challenges. But with the Top Tips Toolkit, you don't have to go it alone.
In just 1 hour, I'll share my proven 10-step system to get your shop up and running quickly, efficiently, and profitably.
And the best part? You can get started today for just $88.
And the best part? You can get started today for just $88.
Now, I know what you might be thinking:
"But Karyn, I'm worried about making the wrong decisions and wasting my hard-earned money." Or, "What if I don't have the time or energy to manage this entire process?"
I get it.
Now, I know what you might be thinking:
"But Karyn, I'm worried about making the wrong decisions and wasting my hard-earned money." Or, "What if I don't have the time or energy to manage this entire process?"
I get it.