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In this conversation, Kate shares her journey from a love of books in childhood to navigating the corporate world & ultimately opening her own bookstore. She discusses the challenges & triumphs of entrepreneurship, the importance of community in fostering a love for reading, and her vision for creating an inclusive and welcoming space for all book lovers. The conversation highlights the shift towards supporting independent bookstores & the unique experiences they offer compared to online retailers.
Key Takeaways
- The corporate world can be soul-sucking & unfulfilling.
- Taking a break can lead to discovering one's true passion.
- Community support is vital for the success of a bookstore.
- Creating a welcoming space encourages people to gather & connect.
- Independent bookstores are making a comeback post-COVID.
- Building confidence is a journey for every entrepreneur.
- Engaging with the community can lead to unique events & discussions.
Episode Highlights:
[02:18] Kate's Journey: From Corporate to Entrepreneur
[07:20] The Decision to Open a Bookshop
[15:41] Creating an Inclusive and Welcoming Space
[20:05] Book Selection and Community Engagement
[31:28] The Importance of Local Bookstores
Resources Mentioned:
Indie Next on IndieBound.org features the top nominations from independent booksellers across the country.
Listeners can support The Purple Couch on the https://bookshop.org/shop/purplecouch a site designed to support independent bookshops and foster a vibrant community of readers
If you are in the Merrimack Valley in Northeast Massachusetts
- Blind Dates with Bestseller Books for $5 and $10
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- December 7 at 2 pm- A conversation with Karen Kirsten of Irene’s Gift
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Chapters
1. Creating an Inclusive Community Through Books with Kate Keisling (00:00:00)
2. [Ad] The Ryan Pyle Podcast (00:26:56)
3. (Cont.) Creating an Inclusive Community Through Books with Kate Keisling (00:27:40)
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