Subscription Box Basics
Julie Ball + Renae Gonzalez
Have a subscription box idea, but not sure where to start? You are in the right place! Subscription Box Basics is a podcast for new and aspiring subscription box entrepreneurs. Hosts Julie Ball and Renae Gonzalez have been in the sub box game since 2016, shipping over 65,000 Sparkle Hustle Grow boxes equating to nearly $2.5 million in sales before selling the business for multiple six figures. Over the years, we've helped hundreds get their box idea off the ground and it's our passion to empower other women to build a business they love. ♡ https://www.subscriptionboxbasics.com
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Quarterly Planning Template ✍️ 📆 🖇️
Subscription Box Basics
04/03/23 • 0 min
Download the free quarterly planning template at https://www.subscriptionboxbasics.com/plan.
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Introducing 1:1 Virtual VIB days (Very Important Box)
Subscription Box Basics
03/01/21 • 26 min
#063 - In this episode, Julie is joined by Amy and Renae to introduce a unique one-on-one coaching program that the team is offering. It's called the virtual VIB(Very Important Box) Day.
Tune in to know the details on how Julie, Amy, or Renae can help you strategize, problem-solve and inspire you to take action and move your business forward.
If the virtual VIB days program sounds like something you'll be interested in, you can head on over to https://www.subscriptionboxbootcamp.com/VIB.
Links:
https://www.subscriptionboxbootcamp.com/VIB
https://www.instagram.com/subscriptionboxbootcamp/
If you are looking for your people, an amazing support systems and you want to grow your business while having fun, you need to take a look at our new small group coaching program. Get all the details and join at BoxBesties.com.
Support the showSubscription Box Bootcamp opens this week
Subscription Box Basics
09/14/20 • 4 min
#039 - In this quick episode, Julie shares some of the behind the scenes in preparing for Subscription Box Bootcamp 2.0 version which is launching this week on September 17th.
Subscription Box Bootcamp is a popular online group coaching program that has helped hundreds of aspiring subscription box entrepreneurs. It provides you with the tools, templates, and support you need to launch and grow your own profitable subscription box business.
Sign up now for the waitlist at SubscriptionBoxBootcamp.com and save $500 when enrollment opens on September 17th!
Links:
Sparkle Hustle Grow
Subscription Box Bootcamp Waitlist
If you are looking for your people, an amazing support systems and you want to grow your business while having fun, you need to take a look at our new small group coaching program. Get all the details and join at BoxBesties.com.
Support the showWhat is Subscription Box Bootcamp?
Subscription Box Basics
03/02/20 • 16 min
#015 - If you've been listening to this podcast since our launch last December or if you've just binged them all last weekend, you may be curious about Julie's group coaching program Subscription Box Bootcamp. It is an online coaching program where Julie guides aspiring subscription box entrepreneurs step by step from concept to launch.
At the beginning of this episode, Julie talks a little bit more about Subscription Box Bootcamp-what you'll be getting, step-by-step roadmap plus BONUSES! And then in the second half of the episode, you'll be inspired to hear feedback and success stories of some of her students especially this 16-year old boss babe who's not only killing it but also making a big difference in the world.
Subscription Box Bootcamp is opening enrollment for 48 hours only on March 4th & 5th 2020. You can sign up at SubscriptionBoxBootcamp.com.
Links:
Sparkle Hustle GrowSubscription Box Bootcamp
If you are looking for your people, an amazing support systems and you want to grow your business while having fun, you need to take a look at our new small group coaching program. Get all the details and join at BoxBesties.com.
Support the showImprove Retention with Bellwethr
Subscription Box Basics
04/06/20 • 20 min
#020 - It is said that it is easier to keep a happier customer than to find a new one. In this episode, Julie chats Samantha Forrest to talk about how to improve your churn.
Samantha is a Retention Engine Product Lead at Bellwethr. Bellwethr uses intelligent interventions to increase retention and revenue at the cancellation point in your customer journey.
Links:
Sparkle Hustle Grow
Bellwethr Retention Engine
Sell Your Subscription Box Business with Chelsea Clarke
Subscription Box Basics
10/04/21 • 33 min
#094 - In this week's episode of Subscription Box Basics, we are talking about selling your subscription box business and how to prepare for it. Joining us is Chelsea Clarke of BlogsForSale.co.
Chelsea is a content monetization strategist, educator, investor, and Business Intermediary. She went from being a waitress, earning $11 an hour to the founder and CEO of a seven-figure company. She now helps investors acquire profitable niche online businesses at her brokerage BlogsForSale.co while providing an avenue for digital creators to have gainful exits from those businesses.
Links:
- Blogs For Sale marketplace: https://blogsforsale.co
- Free Valuation tool: https://blogsforsale.co/val
- Her Paper Route website: https://herpaperroute.com
- Chelsea's Instagram: https://instagram.com/herpaperroute
Be an Overnight Rockstar with Susie Moore (Live on 7/20/23)
Subscription Box Basics
07/17/23 • 22 min
You are invited to our FREE Live workshop that Julie and Susie have coming up, called “Overnight Rockstar: Get noticed, skyrocket your reputation and attract new clients by being your own publicist”. Register at https://bit.ly/PRWebinarSBB.
Media features played a BIG role in the success of my former subscription box, Sparkle Hustle Grow, and our wildly successful friend Susie Moore is going to teach you how to leverage media & publicity. You guys - she's been on the Today Show, Oprah, Cosmo, Forbes - over 300 media features. She's knows what's up!!
Her strategy DOES NOT include dancing on IG reels, posting on TikTok or any of the other "high energy" tactics that you simply don't want to do. 😉
Join us live on July 20 at 1pm eastern...or catch the limited time replay.
Register at https://bit.ly/PRWebinarSBB.
In this class, you’ll learn...
- The 3 major roadblocks between you and amazing PR for your business
- How to leverage what you already have to get PR, from big outlets, for your business
- How Susie got PAID to grow her email list by 29,000+ subscribers in 9 months
- Which PR opportunities actually grow your business, and which don’t (warning: you’ll be surprised!)
If you want some of Susie’s best tips, join on live on July 20th at 1pm. If you can't be there live, you still need to register to get the replay.
I have copies of her two bestselling books and will be giving some away to those who show up live with us. So save the date and get registered today.
Support the showSell More Boxes
Subscription Box Basics
12/28/20 • 20 min
#054 - After years of coaching new and aspiring subscription box business owners through Subscription Box Bootcamp, we found that most subscription business owners get to a certain point where they grow and grow but then all of a sudden they plateau. They get stuck at the same subscriber or revenue numbers for a couple of months in a row. It's normal. Most business owners go through this. And that's why we created this next level program to help you get over that plateau. It's called Sell More Boxes.
In this episode, Julie officially launches Sell More Boxes and dishes out all the details about this new game-changing program.
Summary:
- What is Sell More Boxes? (00:02:56)
- What to expect in Sell More Boxes? (00:04:08)
- Walk through of the 8-week plan (00:08:36)
Links:
https://www.subscriptionboxbootcamp.com/sell-more-boxes
https://www.sparklehustlegrow.com
https://www.subscriptionboxbootcamp.com
Behind the Scenes with Eric Musick of Louis and Lea
Subscription Box Basics
04/26/21 • 43 min
#071 - Julie is joined by Erick Musick, Co-founder of Louis and Lea, an eco-friendly box for moms and babies.
Eric is also the host of The Subscription Box Show, a podcast for people who want actionable, proven, and unbiased tips and tricks to help them start or grow their very own business.
Tune in to hear Louis and Lea's launch story and some amazing tips for prelaunch as well as for growing your subscriber base.
Summary:
- Introduction of Eric and Louis and Lea (00:02:10)
- Launch Story of Louis and Lea (00:04:38)
- The biggest mistake during launch (00:12:46)
- Deciding between craft boxes or custom boxes (00:17:00)
- Testing out the "first box is free" concept (00:30:56)
- Advice for aspiring subscription box business owners (00:34:13)
- Bonus trick for email list building (00:34:48)
Links:
https://www.sparklehustlegrow.comhttps://louisandlea.com
https://www.thesubscriptionboxshow.com
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesubscriptionboxshow
Prep for the Holidays for Less Overwhelm
Subscription Box Basics
11/01/21 • 14 min
#098 - In this week's episode of Subscription Box Basics, we are talking about how to prep for the holidays for less overwhelm.
Julie shares five things you can do right now to prepare for the holiday rush so that you're not overwhelmed when you might want to take some time off, spend some time with the family, or just have some downtime.
Links:
- Free Canva template: https://www.subscriptionboxbootcamp.com/holiday
- OptinMonster: https://optinmonster.com
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FAQ
How many episodes does Subscription Box Basics have?
Subscription Box Basics currently has 228 episodes available.
What topics does Subscription Box Basics cover?
The podcast is about Boss Babe, Entrepreneurship, How To, Ecommerce, Podcasts, Girl Boss, Education, Boss Lady and Business.
What is the most popular episode on Subscription Box Basics?
The episode title 'Reel-y Good IG Marketing with Mandy Emerson' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Subscription Box Basics?
The average episode length on Subscription Box Basics is 23 minutes.
How often are episodes of Subscription Box Basics released?
Episodes of Subscription Box Basics are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Subscription Box Basics?
The first episode of Subscription Box Basics was released on Nov 21, 2019.
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