By rbhamil on May 7, 2011 in Free Download | 0 Comments
Here is a free download of the second Chapter of Bob’s new book “Opening and Operating a Dollar, Discount or Closeout Store That Excels in Today’s Tough Economic Times”. To download right-click the link below and select “save-as” or “save target as”.
Todays Tough Times Ch2
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By rbhamil on Apr 6, 2011 in Free Download | 0 Comments
Here is a special download for you. It is the first chapter of Bob’s book “Opening and Operating a Dollar, Discount, or Closeout Store that Excels in Today’s Tough Economic Times”.
To download this free chapter, just click here.
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By rbhamil on Feb 5, 2011 in Management | 0 Comments
In fact those who own a dollar store must take steps to maximize profits while facing the growing threat from these major players. One strategy to address this threat is to add the right $1 plus merchandise to the mix in your store.
By rbhamil on Feb 4, 2011 in Sales/Profits | 0 Comments
It takes a full set of marketing and promotional strategies to keep sales building ever-higher. On this article, with spring coming soon, we will examine just how careful buying from your vendors can produce many extra dollar store sales opportunities.
By rbhamil on Feb 3, 2011 in Merchandise | 0 Comments
For those who own a dollar store there are times when it seems like everything costs more. Read on for 7 proven methods to reduce cost-of-goods-sold in your store.
By rbhamil on Feb 2, 2011 in Tips/Steps For Success | 0 Comments
Those seeking success with dollar stores know the frustration and even fear of having a major player in the industry decide to move close by. The following steps are merely the beginning of the efforts you must take to be successful in the long run while going head to head against the big players.
By rbhamil on Feb 1, 2011 in Management | 0 Comments
Just as the old five and dime stores went by the wayside, there will likely come a time when the 99 cent store or $1 only store format will become a dinosaur and parish. For those with an interest in the world dollar stores, there remains hope. Read on as I present the time is right to plan ahead for future changes.
By rbhamil on Jan 31, 2011 in How to Open a Dollar Store | 0 Comments
If you considering starting a dollar store, read on. In this article I examine some of the most important actions to take as you prepare for a successful dollar store startup.
By rbhamil on Jan 30, 2011 in Tips/Steps For Success | 0 Comments
In this article I present 8 steps to prepare your dollar store business for the future. Each step helps you provide a better foundation for improved performance. Make business reviews an annual event for your business and watch as the results roll in.
By rbhamil on Dec 29, 2010 in Cost Reduction, Merchandise, Sales/Profits | 0 Comments
Those seeking success with dollar stores who have been a little creative have even been able to negotiate and buy-out the inventory of closing businesses. Yet one step many overlook is actually the simplest.