Book Description
Do you dream of opening up your own retail business, but don’t know how to get started? In Retail Business Kit For Dummies, retail marketing guru Rick Segel gives you the expert advice you need to get your business on its feet, with unbeatable advice on branding, marketing, and merchandising. You’ll figure out how to start and run your business, including day-to-day operations and procedures as well as all the little details retail professional handle on a daily basis.

If you’ve ever wanted to make your living interacting with customers and being your own boss, this book offers all the inside advice you need to get going. In fact, this book is perfect for anyone: Who wants to be her own boss Considering a career in retailing Who loves working with people Thinking about opening their own business Who loves to sell

Retail Business Kit For Dummies covers all the nuts and bolts of setting up shop — finding the perfect location, choosing and purchasing merchandise, and hiring employees. You’ll also discover how to write a business plan and deal with paperwork like taxes, permits, registrations, and other requirements. There’s also great advice on the art of selling and the fundamentals of promotion and advertising. You’ll also benefit from such practical advice like the ten keys to retailing success and ten ways to impress customers. And there’s much more: Branding your business Identifying and targeting your ideal customer Developing a marketing plan Pricing your merchandise Fulfilling legal and financial responsibilities Getting the word out Choosing the right media to advertise in Setting up and running a sale Fundamentals of accounting and financial statements

The book also includes a helpful CD-ROM packed with sample financial reports, customizable legal and business forms, checklists, and tools for building your own coupons, gift certificates, and much more. Whether you’re thinking about starting a business or need help running the business you already own, Retail Business Kit For Dummies is the fun and easy guide to big profits.


Book Info
Friendly guide to starting and running a retail business, from picking the location to using e-retailing. Includes coverage of all of the legal issues, and writing ads and press releases. The CD-ROM features sample forms and reports, checklists, coupons, and more. System requirements: Pentium PC with Windows 95 or higher or comparable Mac. Softcover.


From the Back Cover
"Packed with proven strategies from our industry's best sales trainer."

Includes step-by-step instructions to take you from start-up to success story

"This must-have guide brings Rick's knowledge of the retail industry to life."
Dying to open up a retail business but scared to even start? Relax! Let retail marketing guru Rick Segel show you the way. From expert advice on branding, marketing, and merchandising your goods and services to savvy strategies for creating eye-catching displays, this essential guide will put you in business in no time at all!

all this on the CD-ROM
Sample financial reports and legal forms
Business forms that you can customize and print out
Employment forms and work schedules
Checklists for running fantastic sales and promotions
Sample coupons, store membership cards, gift certificates, and more!

Discover how to:
Pick a location and select merchandise
Write an effective business plan
Define your customer base
Write press releases and ads
Handle permits, taxes, and legal issues
Use e-retailing effectively


About the Author
Rick Segel is a nationally recognized retail expert who lectures regularly to retail industry giants like McDonald's, Shell Oil, and Dunkin' Donuts.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

"Packed with proven strategies from our industry's best sales trainer."

Includes step-by-step instructions to take you from start-up to success story

"This must-have guide brings Rick's knowledge of the retail industry to life."
Dying to open up a retail business but scared to even start? Relax! Let retail marketing guru Rick Segel show you the way. From expert advice on branding, marketing, and merchandising your goods and services to savvy strategies for creating eye-catching displays, this essential guide will put you in business in no time at all!

all this on the CD-ROM
Sample financial reports and legal forms
Business forms that you can customize and print out
Employment forms and work schedules
Checklists for running fantastic sales and promotions
Sample coupons, store membership cards, gift certificates, and more!

Discover how to:
Pick a location and select merchandise
Write an effective business plan
Define your customer base
Write press releases and ads
Handle permits, taxes, and legal issues
Use e-retailing effectively