Karyn's Top Tips Toolkit: The Retail Insider's Guide to Avoiding Costly Mistakes
Before You Open a Shop, Read This!
Don’t sign a lease or start your fitout without this step-by-step toolkit!
Leasing contracts, shop fitouts, hidden costs—one mistake could cost you thousands.
This step-by-step insider guide shows you exactly how to negotiate, budget, and launch your shop the right way—without stress, uncertainty, or expensive errors.
Karyn's Top Tips Toolkit: The Retail Insider's Guide to Avoiding Costly Mistakes
Before You Open a Shop, Read This!
Don’t sign a lease or start your fitout without this step-by-step toolkit!
Leasing contracts, shop fitouts, hidden costs—one mistake could cost you thousands.
This step-by-step insider guide shows you exactly how to negotiate, budget, and launch your shop the right way—without stress, uncertainty, or expensive errors.
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.
Why Opening a Shop Can Be a Minefield
Opening a shop is exciting—but it’s also a minefield. One wrong move in leasing, budgeting, or fitout planning, and you could:
❌ Get locked into a terrible lease that drains your profits.
❌ Drown in unexpected costs that eat up your entire budget.
❌ Delay your opening for months due to mistakes you didn’t see coming.
Many shop owners don’t realise what they don’t know—until it’s too late.
Why Opening a Shop Can Be a Minefield
Opening a shop is exciting—but it’s also a minefield. One wrong move in leasing, budgeting, or fitout planning, and you could:
❌ Get locked into a terrible lease that drains your profits.
❌ Drown in unexpected costs that eat up your entire budget.
❌ Delay your opening for months due to mistakes you didn’t see coming.
Many shop owners don’t realise what they don’t know—until it’s too late.
A Proven Roadmap to Open Your Store with Confidence
Introducing the Top Tips Toolkit
This isn’t just a guide—it’s a step-by-step roadmap to opening your store the right way, helping you avoid costly mistakes, lease traps, and unnecessary stress.
Inside, you’ll get:
✔ Insider leasing secrets – Know what to negotiate and avoid lease traps.
✔ Fitout budgeting made easy – No surprise costs or contractor headaches.
✔ A step-by-step roadmap – Every stage, from site selection to grand opening.
✔ Checklists & templates – Plug-and-play tools so you don’t miss a step.
✔ Expert-backed guidance – Get 20+ years of real-world retail knowledge.
🚀 This toolkit is designed to save you thousands and set you up for success.
A Proven Roadmap to Open Your Store with Confidence
Introducing the Top Tips Toolkit
This isn’t just a guide—it’s a step-by-step roadmap to opening your store the right way, helping you avoid costly mistakes, lease traps, and unnecessary stress.
Inside, you’ll get:
✔ Insider leasing secrets – Know what to negotiate and avoid lease traps.
✔ Fitout budgeting made easy – No surprise costs or contractor headaches.
✔ A step-by-step roadmap – Every stage, from site selection to grand opening.
✔ Checklists & templates – Plug-and-play tools so you don’t miss a step.
✔ Expert-backed guidance – Get 20+ years of real-world retail knowledge.
This toolkit is designed to save you thousands and set you up for success.
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:
Who This Is For
This is perfect for you if:
✅ You’re a first-time shop owner who wants clear, no-fluff guidance.
✅ You tried to DIY your last shop and want to avoid the costs and drama this time around.
✅ You don’t have time to research endlessly—you need fast, expert advice.
✅ You’re afraid of making a costly mistake in leasing, fitouts, or negotiations.
✅ You want a discreet, self-paced solution—not expensive consultants or public coaching.
If you want a store that opens smoothly, profitably, and without stress—this is for you.
Who This Is For
This is perfect for you if:
✅ You’re a first-time shop owner who wants clear, no-fluff guidance.
✅ You tried to DIY your last shop and want to avoid the costs and drama this time around.
✅ You don’t have time to research endlessly—you need fast, expert advice.
✅ You’re afraid of making a costly mistake in leasing, fitouts, or negotiations.
✅ You want a discreet, self-paced solution—not expensive consultants or public coaching.
If you want a store that opens smoothly, profitably, and without stress—this is for you.
Customer Testimonials
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.
What You’ll Gain: Features & Benefits
With this toolkit, you’ll:
✔ Avoid budget blowouts – No more surprise costs or overruns.
✔ Negotiate with confidence – Get what you deserve, not what the landlord wants.
✔ Know exactly what to look for – No second-guessing or rookie mistakes.
✔ Follow a proven roadmap – Every step, from site selection to opening day.
✔ Stop wasting hours researching – Get expert guidance, instantly.
This isn’t theory—it’s real-world knowledge from someone who’s opened hundreds of shops.
What You’ll Gain: Features & Benefits
With this toolkit, you’ll:
✔ Avoid budget blowouts – No more surprise costs or overruns.
✔ Negotiate with confidence – Get what you deserve, not what the landlord wants.
✔ Know exactly what to look for – No second-guessing or rookie mistakes.
✔ Follow a proven roadmap – Every step, from site selection to opening day.
✔ Stop wasting hours researching – Get expert guidance, instantly.
This isn’t theory—it’s real-world knowledge from someone who’s opened hundreds of shops.
Before you sign anything or start your fitout, get this toolkit.
One small mistake can cost you thousands—but one right decision can set you up for success.
Instant access. One-time payment. No risk.
Click below to get started now!
Before you sign anything or start your fitout, get this toolkit.
One small mistake can cost you thousands—but one right decision can set you up for success.
Instant access. One-time payment. No risk.
Click below to get started now!
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
FAQs
1. How is this different from free online resources?
Most free resources are too generic, outdated, or incomplete. This toolkit gives you a structured, expert-backed plan that walks you through every step.
2. Is this relevant for online stores?
No, this is specifically designed for brick-and-mortar retail stores, covering leasing, fitouts, and physical store setup.
3. What format is the toolkit in?
It’s a digital resource with checklists, templates, and step-by-step lessons that you can access instantly.
4. What if I need more help?
The toolkit is designed to be self-sufficient, but we also offer 1:1 coaching to get your project rolling fast.
FAQs
1. How is this different from free online resources?
Most free resources are too generic, outdated, or incomplete. This toolkit gives you a structured, expert-backed plan that walks you through every step.
2. Is this relevant for online stores?
No, this is specifically designed for brick-and-mortar retail stores, covering leasing, fitouts, and physical store setup.
3. What format is the toolkit in?
It’s a digital resource with checklists, templates, and step-by-step lessons that you can access instantly.
4. What if I need more help?
The toolkit is designed to be self-sufficient, but we also offer 1:1 coaching to get your project rolling fast.
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.
Starting a new business is a big investment, both financially and emotionally. But that's precisely why the Top Tips Toolkit is so valuable.
Starting a new business is a big investment, both financially and emotionally. But that's precisely why the Top Tips Toolkit is so valuable.
So why not take the first step today?
So why not take the first step today?
Don’t let one mistake cost you thousands.
Get the roadmap to opening your shop the right way—before you sign a lease or spend a cent on fitout!
Click below to get instant access now!
Don’t let one mistake cost you thousands.
Get the roadmap to opening your shop the right way—before you sign a lease or spend a cent on fitout!
Click below to get instant access now!