I am a child of the '60s. No doubt, like many kids of my generation my view of the world was greatly shaped by the politics, military actions and social turmoil of that era. For me, the result of all…
Fifteen years ago I decided to leave the corporate world with the fat paychecks, an unlimited expense account, 401(k) plan, etc., and do something I really enjoyed. I took my business suits and ties to Goodwill, gave back my company…
It's Monday morning. After a rare weekend off, you walk up to unlock the front door of your store and see that the large neon sign in your front window has been left on overnight. Heck, maybe it's been burning…
Broach the idea of hosting a fundraiser to build dive retail business, and you can raise a few eyebrows among the uninitiated, and even among some of the stores that have done them. It's not that most retailers don't favor…
Owning a dive store is no small feat. Your head is swimming with the day-to-day challenges, which include managing people, cash and inventory. You have legal, insurance, and financing issues to contend with. Even if you've been a dive retailer…