this is a bussiness question??
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It's your lucky day. In Shaboigan there's a little flower shop called "Millies Flowers and Karate school loans" They are very discrete about their clients. Just walk in and go directly through the door labeled "do not enter unless seeking Karate school loans".  Millie (really Guido) will get you signed up and you will have the cash in hand in less than an hour.  You will be scaling buildings in no time and on your way to a covert and exciting career. Here's the number...no wait that's spamming.  Just go there and you'll see.  Special this week is a dozen roses are half price with the order or two Karate school loans. BUT THATS NOT ALL...well actually it is.  Good Luck
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what kind of store or product? contact the manufacturers of the products and ask for a local wholesale vendor. call local vendors if u knoe them, depending on the bus. they may represent several manufacturers.ie: restaurants can buy many products from one food purveyer. usually credit apps. are required so start early to have approval to sign for product before u open, unless u want to pay cash, c.o.d. use more than one vendor to keep honest pricing, and remember everything is negotiable. respond with what kind of store and product and i can be af more help. good luck in your new venture
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Do you charge them by the hour to use your office?? If not then you should. If they are going to do it, at least make some money off of it. LOL
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Someone owns a building or a large space (if outside) and usually rent out booths to people who want to set up shop. I've heard of some places who charge by the day... so the person setting up shop can just pay for that space for that day or whenever they feel like coming.  Other places vendors pay a monthly rate for a permanent space. Of course the owner makes money from the rentals and the vendor makes money from the sell of their product.  Hope this helps.
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I didn't know that this was required. All the places I worked I was the server and busser. But I think it is wrong that servers make so little and have to depend on the tips and have to share them with others that make more. That is wrong.
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What are asking for? Your question doesn't make sense. Do you want to know how to start a business? Or how to store something?
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I would develop a shopping/errand contract for you and your customers.\n\nThis contract can keep track of the deposit, the list, and the allotted time for the shopping and errands. I would allow 2 hrs per customer depending on how much they need done.\n\nAnd you should also have a flat fee of $8.95-$15.95. Your fees should be based on time, which day, and the work load.\n\nAnd I would shop for more than one person at a time, that way you kill 2 or 3 customers at a time and save time and money.\n\nMaybe hire you kid or someone part time to help you. You should market to parents and the elderly. \n\nAnd have your customers write/print out detailed list. With brand names, amounts/sizes, quantities, and which store they would like for you to shop at.\n\nAnd get your money first and then you can give them the receipt and change later. That way you don't risk paying for someone else groceries.\n\nAnd make sure you put your customers on mailing list so that you can always promote your business and any new offers to them.\n\nI hope this helps you and if you need help with coming up with a contract I'd be more than willing.\n\nGOOD LUCK!!!
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be honest\nserve your customers well
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Breakeven! I would think that you need to figure out your fixed expenses to operate this business and calculate your breakeven point to cover at least your expenses.  i.e how many baskets you need to sell a month/week/day to pay for the business expenses...
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sell an ad in the corner (sponsored by yada yada), which will cost just about what you expect to rent the machine and buy blank cards with the logo on them for. Find a sponsor that is related to your thingy and let them participate somehow (low key advertising, product placement, something of that sort)
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First answer is right.\n\nWhere do you live?\n\nIf in a developing country you may find many illiterate people in the business at small scale. They know the techniques of lowering the cost.\n\nIf you can win their confidence they will really help you out.
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sounds new to me. but people are changing the way they operate business. maybe u should consult a your manager about this sitaution
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I have a VERY small business.  I do freelance work as a voice over artist (this entails recording my voice for use in commercials and phone messaging, store announcements etc).  All it took me was purchasing my computer, my microphone, my mixer board and some editing software.  That's it...maybe $1500 tops...but it's not regular business yet (but that's okay with me, I'm a stay at home mom besides)
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True, this isn't a place for advertising, but people do it all the time. Nor is it a place to look for employees, but if it's a legit offer then this post is better than many of the others I have seen get by.\n\nI am interested. But I am in the wrong state and not licensed. Good luck finding someone to become a positive addition to your community!
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♣ How many small businesses are started each years?\n\nAbout 600,000 new businesses are started each year.\n\nhttp://seattletimes.nwsource.com/news/business/small/  \n\n\n♣ How many fail within two years?\n\nover 50% of small businesses fail in the first year\nhttp://usgovinfo.about.com/od/smallbusiness/a/whybusfail.htm \n\n♣ Why do you think they fail?\n\nreasons for small business failure: \n1. Lack of experience \n2. Insufficient capital (money) \n3. Poor location \n  4. Poor inventory management \n  5. Over-investment in fixed assets \n  6. Poor credit arrangements \n7. Personal use of business funds \n  8. Unexpected growth \n  Gustav Berle adds two more reasons in The Do It Yourself Business Book: \n  9. Competition \n10. Low sales\nhttp://usgovinfo.about.com/od/smallbusiness/a/whybusfail.htm \n\n♣ What is a business opportunity?\n\nA business opportunity is a packaged business investment that allows you to start the business. Unlike a franchise, the business opportunity exercises no control over you or your company. There is no continuing relationship. This is good if you want an in-road to starting your business and refuse to give up your freedom.\n \nBusiness Opportunities Described\nBusiness OpportunityDescription\nCooperativesAn existing business that allows another similar business to affiliate with it and others, usually in a network of similar businesses. \nDealersIndividuals who purchase the right to sell products put out by other companies, such as vitamins or holistic medicines. The individual often advertises themselves as an authorized dealer. A distributor sells to dealers and a dealer sells directly to customers. The terms are often used interchangeably.\nLicenseesIndividuals who purchase the right to use the sellers trade name and certain methods, equipment, or product lines.\nMulti-level marketing This is very popular with individuals looking for a part-time, flexible business. The best-known are Avon, Tupperware, and Mary Kay Cosmetics. Typically the individual purchases a sample kit and receives the opportunity to sell directly to family, friends, and personal contacts. Not all states regulate multi-level marketing. At the time of this writing, 25 states had laws in place. The state laws differ in content and definition of terms. \nVending machinesAn individual who contracts with a vending machine company. The company provides the machines and the locations; the individual restocks them and collects the money. \n\nhttp://www.nnba.net/job_options_within_nursing.htm \n☺List some examples.\n\n♣ Where can find information on different business opportunities?\nhttp://www.nnba.net/job_options_within_nursing.htm \n\n♣ What is a franchise?\n\nFranchising is a form of business in which the owner, or franchiser, gives license to distribute products, services or methods of business to affiliated dealers, franchisees. In many cases franchisees are given exclusive access to a particular geographical area. The franchiser usually mandates uniform symbols, trademarks and standardized services.\n\nhttp://well-net.com/work/selfem11.html \n\n\n\n\n♣ Would it be easier to start a business with you own idea or with an idea already established?\n\nI think that I would be easier to start a business with an idea that has already been established. \n\nAdvantage – The idea is already made for you \nAdvantage – For can asked the other people with the business with the same idea some questions.\n\nDisadvantage – Some people what to have an idea that know one has\nDisadvantage – Some people will mistake you for the other person that has the same business with the same idea\n\n☺ List some advantages and disadvantages to both.\n\n♣ How do you get funding for your business idea?\n \nYou can get funding for your business idea at the bank \n\n♣ What legal issues do you need it consider when starting a business?\n\nThere are a multitude of legal issues to think about when it comes to starting your business.
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It sounds like you need customers.  Good luck.
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I don't own a retail shop, but I've been in business for seven years. The basics of running a business are mostly the same. I can help you with the basics. I suggest you approach a retail shop owner who is not selling the product you wish to market. If you're not a likely competitor, the owner is usually willing to divulge some tips. Let me know what type of guidance you need. Good Luck!