When it comes to operating a successful convenience store, the employees are everything. They are there to make sure that the shelves are stocked, to provide customers with outstanding service, and to make sure that your store is maintained during day-to-day operations. If you run a small c-store with only
When you think of marketing, you might picture some professionals sitting in the boardroom of a skyscraper, planning out their next million-dollar ad campaign. Marketing is only important for large businesses, right? Well, in fact, marketing can help any business, no matter how small, and it’s crucial to the success
Seasons come and go. Some parts of the year are filled with booming business and other parts of the year can be a little slower. However, if your store has seen a sharp decline in sales over the last few weeks or months, this could be cause for concern. Don’t
Whether they’re always on your mind or you pay no attention to them at all, your c-store has competitors, and they’re hungry for some of your market share. Do you know who your competitors are? You might have more than you initially think, especially in the convenience industry where you
You may pay attention to the headlines of national news and know the inner workings of D.C. politics but have you paid attention to your local government?
As a c-store owner, your mind is probably always thinking about the next products that you should offer, the advertising you should invest in for your store, and above all else, the cost of everything.
People are probably well aware of your c-store and enjoy stopping in to pick up their favorite snacks or drinks on their way home. However, to become a true staple of your community, you should consider partnering with other local businesses in the area through mutually beneficial working relationships. Forming
As 2018 rapidly approaches, now is the time to start planning your inventory for the New Year and contacting the local distributors in your area about their products. Finding a new distributor or vendor for your c-store can seem like a stressful process, and if you are a single store
Being a business owner is difficult. Being a business owner without the proper capital is even harder. Whether you want to add a deli, upgrade your coolers, or even just improve your bathrooms you need money to make it happen. Even if your convenience or small grocery store is successful,
As we reported before, SNAP retailer requirements have changed, and these changes will impact your c-store in the immediate future. Per the changes made to the retailer qualifications, the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) will begin implementing these finalized rules this month. You can view FNS’s webinar and download their
We’re less than a week away from the New Year of 2018 and now is a better time than ever to look into the future to start spotting the trends for the upcoming New Year. Once you have an idea of the trends to pay attention to, you can start
Most of the time, customers will know exactly what they want as soon as they enter your store. However, every day there are customers purchasing items simply because they see them on the shelf. Customers want certain things— they just don’t realize it yet. Here are our ideas for products
The human body is made up approximately 60% water and water is one of the essential needs every person needs. While consumers can get water from their kitchen sink if they’re thirsty, they enjoy the convenience of buying a bottle of water when they’re out and about. Additionally, many swear
As c-store customers continue to show in increased interest in new flavor combinations (supported by the variety of savory salty snacks now available from major suppliers), the drive to offer a wider range of ethnic and culturally diverse products continues to grow. What makes an ethnic cuisine or beverage so
In many ways the C-Store industry leads the way for innovations for both retailers and quick serve restaurants. The latest innovative products for the c-store industry include those that make it easier than ever for customers to pay and get back on the road in a hurry. They also serve
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