small business and entrepreneurship

For anyone who is looking to delve into the abyss of retail planning & success, this is a proper place to start. The invaluable tips & worksheets provide a good starting point. Also, the author(s) put a great deal of emphasis on determining whether retail is right for you & the fact that you need to spend at least 1 year planning. As for me, I am happy to have read this book, and plan on keeping it as a reference guide.

MD

This book is full of great advice for anyone wanting to get involved with retail. The authors discuss the seven most important aspects of retail: the basics of retail, merchandising, buying, personnel, sales management, technology, and customer service. (There is a chapter dedicated to each of these topics.) Also included are step-by-step calculations to help you figure out expenses and budgets. Good advice is offered in the department of how to get the best sales out of your team by hiring, training, and treating your employees right the first time around. The tear-out worksheets located in the back of the book are a helpful bonus. If you are thinking of starting up a retail business, pick up a copy of this book first.

"The Start and Run a Profitable Retail Business book is a comprehensive guide and reference book for every new retailer and even ones who have been in business for some time. Complete with examples and illustrations backed by real-world experience and rigorous research, it is a powerful resource. Well written and well organized, it makes a great book for individuals, small and large businesses alike. I found it easy to understand and apply."