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The Everything Guide to Starting and Running a Retail Store

All you need to get started and succeed in your own retail adventure

Part of Everything®

About The Book

What are my start-up costs? How much will my store make? Should I sell online? How can I compete with larger stores?

If you've ever considered owning a store but don't know where to start, The Everything Guide to Starting and Running a Retail Store is perfect for you. This resource will help you recognize the importance of an independent retail store in community life and the opportunities it offers for a rewarding lifestyle.

This comprehensive guide shows you how to:
  • Spot and capitalize on small retailer trends
  • Conduct your own market analysis
  • Research and select the most appropriate retailing software
  • Run your business day to day
  • Attract customers with effective advertising
  • Make the leap to online selling
This helpful handbook offers practical advice on retail store planning and management with valuable guidelines and real-world examples that can make the difference between your store's success and failure. This guide provides all the tools you need to run a store that your customers--and you--will enjoy for many years to come!

About The Authors

An Adams Media author.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Everything (April 18, 2010)
  • Length: 304 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781605507675

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