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Subscription Box Basics

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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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Subscription Box Basics episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Subscription Box Basics for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Subscription Box Basics episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Subscription Box Basics - Introducing 1:1 Virtual VIB days (Very Important Box)
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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.

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Subscription Box Basics - Subscription Box Bootcamp opens this week
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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.

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Subscription Box Basics - What is Subscription Box Bootcamp?

What is Subscription Box Bootcamp?

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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

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Subscription Box Basics - Improve Retention with Bellwethr

Improve Retention with Bellwethr

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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

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Subscription Box Basics - Be an Overnight Rockstar with Susie Moore (Live on 7/20/23)
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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.

👉 https://bit.ly/PRWebinarSBB

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Subscription Box Basics - Re-air: The Subscription Box Business Model
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11/29/21 • 22 min

#102 - This week's episode of Subscription Box Basics, we are re-airing episode 2, The Subscription Box Business Model.
Before you start your subscription box business or add it to your existing business, it's important to understand how the subscription box business works. In this episode, Julie Ball dives into how the subscription box business model works, why people love subscription boxes, the types of shipping schedule, and wraps with some of her favorite boxes based on her "market research".
This episode is jam-packed with information that will be super helpful for you in deciding how to run your subscription box business. Plus, you will be inspired to hear some of Julie's Subscription Box Bootcamp students' boxes that are literally changing people's lives.
Links:
Sparkle Hustle Grow: https://www.sparklehustlegrow.com
Cratejoy: https://www.cratejoy.com
All Girl Shave Club: https://allgirlshaveclub.com
Stitch Fix: https://www.stitchfix.com
Simply AIP: https://simplyaip.com
Black Girl MATHgic: https://blackgirlmathgic.com
Subscription Box Bootcamp: https://www.subscriptionboxbootcamp.com

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Subscription Box Basics - Re-air: The Sparkle Hustle Grow Launch Story
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11/22/21 • 23 min

#101 - In this week's episode of Subscription Box Basics, we are re-airing the Sparkle Hustle Grow Launch Story.

The subscription box business that Julie Ball launched from home as a side hustle turned into a full-time income within nine months and it's totally possible for you to do the same. In this episode, Julie shares the Sparkle Hustle Grow subscription box launch story and how this is totally doable for you as well.

Subscription Box Basics with Julie Ball was created to provide clarity for those of you who have an amazing subscription box business idea but don’t know where to start. Julie will be an open book, each episode, as she dives into the topics that you’ve been wondering about, that you’ve been googling. This podcast will build a solid foundation so you can bring your box idea to life! Stop sitting on that money maker idea before someone else launches it first.
Links:
Sparkle Hustle Grow: https://www.sparklehustlegrow.com
-use the code SBBPODCAST to get $10 off your first box
Together Unplugged: https://www.togetherunplugged.com
Christy Wright's Business Boutique: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/business/business-boutique
Dana Malstaff's Boss Mom: https://boss-mom.com

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Subscription Box Basics - 100th Episode AMA - Your Subscription Box Questions Answered
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11/15/21 • 34 min

#100 - This week's episode of Subscription Box Basics is a celebration of our 100th episode, and it's going to be an Ask Me Anything episode where Julie answers some of the questions you have about running a subscription box business.
We also announce the winner of the ring light set at the end of the episode.
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#099 - In this week's episode of Subscription Box Basics, Julie is joined by Jill Lodato of Kids Baking Club to talk about when the buyer isn't the customer.
Tune in as Jill shares her launch story and her marketing strategies with Kids Baking Club.
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Subscription Box Basics - Quarterly Planning Template ✍️ 📆 🖇️
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04/03/23 • 0 min

It's Q2 already! Do you have a plan in place for your sub box business? Having a plan can make the difference of actually making money with your business...or losing it. Schedule a quarterly CEO meeting with yourself and use our framework for your meeting agenda.
Download the free quarterly planning template at https://www.subscriptionboxbasics.com/plan.
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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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