Category: Management

Should You Add Vending Machines When Running a Dollar Store? »

When you specifically look at the small amount of space required to install a small gumball machine, toy bouncing balls vending, and machines offering mystery prizes of all types, you must ask if this might be a very good addition to the mix in your store. In this article I we examine vending machines in more detail.

4 Great Ways to Locate Potential New Shoppers »

In this article I will focus on generating more first-time shoppers. Read on for 4 great ways to locate potential new shoppers when starting a dollar store.

Success With Dollar Stores Requires Careful Calendar Management »

In this article I will focus on the owner or operator who is actually running a dollar store. We will focus on key activities that must be added to their calendar as ‘must do’ actions.

Running a Dollar Store in Today’s Economy »

There are very small self owned businesses that manage to prosper in today’s economy. As times are tough, it takes focus, commitment and good management if your business is to make it through. That includes those running a dollar store.

Using Closeout and Liquidation Suppliers when you Start a Dollar Store »

If you are getting ready to start a dollar store there is one product avenue beyond your typical wholesale dollar store merchandise suppliers to consider. When properly managed this avenue can open the door to brand names and products you never believed you would offer in your store.

Business Performance Targets are Important when Starting a Dollar Store »

If you examine the potential impact these steps can have to the overall success of your business there is no doubt they are worth the effort. Use them to continually build your business results and dollar store success will follow.

Discovering a Great Spot for Your Business »

Discovering a great spot for your new business takes more than just a bit of time combined with a little luck. There is a core set of data that must be collected as a part of the search and decision process. Read on for some of those key considerations.

What to Do When a Location is Too Big For Starting a Dollar Store »

Those starting a dollar store often face great difficulty finding the perfect spot to open their new business. It is a location that is way too small, or way too big, or it is hidden in a dark corner at the back of the building. So what are some of the important considerations when you are seeking the perfect spot? Find it out here.

Always Keep an Eye on the Competition When Starting a Dollar Store »

With careful study of your competitors and then implementing actions to make your store stand above the rest, customers will respond. That response will be defined by sales and more return visits.

Liquidation and Closeout Opportunities For Those Running a Dollar Store »

It has been said that the success for those running a dollar store can be found in the buying of products to resell. While the cost associated with purchasing and then shipping dollar store merchandise to your store location may be a major challenge, there are creative options to help relieve the pain. One such option is to locate and purchase products from liquidation and closeout companies.