By rbhamil on Sep 17, 2010 in Management | 0 Comments
With just a little planning, set-up effort and extra staffing to receive payment for the extra sales of dollar store items, you are on your way to holding successful sidewalk sales. In this article I present some of the extra advantages to putting sidewalk sales into the routine when running a dollar store.
By rbhamil on Sep 16, 2010 in Management | 0 Comments
In this article I will provide a little more details about the ups and downs of running a dollar store. Then we will end with some suggestions to keep the up times coming.
By rbhamil on Sep 14, 2010 in Management | 0 Comments
One of the most important actions those running a dollar store must take is to focus on purchasing the right merchandise for each event. Once the purchase is made, the arrival of the products must be timed to allow for proper display and then there must be time for sales so no leftover items remain. In this article I cover the basics of handling newly arrived seasonal, holiday and event merchandise.
By rbhamil on Aug 14, 2010 in Management | 0 Comments
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.
By rbhamil on Aug 12, 2010 in Management | 0 Comments
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.
By rbhamil on Aug 12, 2010 in Management | 0 Comments
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.
By rbhamil on Aug 12, 2010 in Management | 0 Comments
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.
By rbhamil on Aug 8, 2010 in Suppliers | 0 Comments
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.
By rbhamil on Aug 7, 2010 in Management | 0 Comments
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.
By rbhamil on Aug 2, 2010 in Choosing Locations | 0 Comments
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.
