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Win Piper & Leaf Tea by Finding My Mistakes
I want to thank you in advance for finding my mistakes. This website is brand new (if you’re a podcast listener…
Day Trips and Local Places to Eat in Vancouver, Washington
Did you know there's a Vancouver in the USA? Like most people, I suppose, I associate Vancouver with Canada, but it…
My Favorite Business Advice, Free in Your Localist Playlist
When I’m struggling with something in business, my go-to strategy is to get a book on the subject. When I need…
Closing Your Shop for the Holiday? Let Your Customers Know!
Communicating about when your shop is closed goes a long way to establishing confidence with your customers. When customers go out…
In Search of Inspiration: The 12 Week Mastermind
The past year has made the future feel more uncertain than ever, and when we can’t see tomorrow, it’s hard to…
4 Things to Learn from bowl., Birmingham’s Ghost Kitchen
Check out bowl.'s menu or order online at their website. I finally tried Brick & Tin’s new downtown restaurant, bowl., and…
Join the Localist Love Letters Challenge: Give Your Favorite Local Business a Google Review!
A positive online review is like balm to the soul of a small business owner. When you own a small business,…
New Year, New Instagram: Introducing Think Localist!
There’s so much of what we were building before quarantine that doesn’t make sense anymore. That’s not news to anyone —…
Christmas Stories to Warm Your Localist Heart
One thing I’ve tried to embrace this year, in the midst of so much strangeness and sadness, is the freedom to…