Easy Ways to Buy Local


In this episode of “The Localist,” host Carrie Rollwagen shares practical tips for buying local. Drawing from her own experience of a year-long commitment to buying exclusively from local stores, Carrie emphasizes that while adopting a completely local purchasing habit can be challenging, there are simpler and more sustainable ways to support small businesses. She introduces the concept of being a “localist” by incorporating local purchases into one’s lifestyle in manageable and enjoyable ways.

Carrie offers three main suggestions for integrating local buying into daily routines. First, she suggests choosing a specific category, such as coffee or books, and committing to buy only from local providers in that category. Second, she advises switching recurring payments to local services, such as local gyms or medical practitioners. Lastly, she recommends dedicating a day of the week, like Saturday, to shop at local businesses and explore new areas. By making these small yet impactful changes, individuals can support local economies, foster community connections and enjoy unique shopping experiences without overwhelming themselves.

Mentioned in this episode:

Carrie’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/crollwagen

Sign up for Carrie’s newsletter: https://gmail.us20.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=9c59a060684d71f12f6e495fc&id=98cd3122b9

Carrie’s Website: https://carrierollwagen.com/

Shop Small blog: https://shopsmallblog-blog-blog.tumblr.com/

The Localist Book: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-localist-think-independent-buy-local-and-reclaim-the-american-dream-carrie-rollwagen/11535983?ean=9780692319482

Punch Love Coffee: https://www.instagram.com/punchlovecoffee?igshid=6qm4a079lw6q

Order books online at Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/

Local Audiobook Service Libro.fm: https://libro.fm/

NowVision Eye Care: https://nowvisioneyecare.com/index2.php#!/NOW_VISION_EYE_CARE

NowVision Eye Care on The Localist Podcast: https://carrierollwagen.com/podcast-episodes/vision-for-the-future-dr-lori-jasper-of-nowvision-eye-care-shares-how-customer-connection-is-good-for-your-health-and-her-bottom-line/

Ohm Jiu Jitsu: https://www.ohmjiujitsu.com/

Chocolata: https://www.chocolatachocolate.com/

About Carrie

Carrie Rollwagen is host of the Localist podcast and cofounder of Church Street Coffee & Books. Currently, she works as Vice President of Strategic Planning at Infomedia, a web development company in Birmingham, Alabama. Find the Localist at @thinklocalist on Instagram and follow Carrie at @crollwagen.

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