Starting a shop

lb364

I'd like to open a card/gift shop somewhere in Essex. The trouble is, other than studying Business Studies a few years ago, I have no real experience.

I don't know how to employ staff or the rules, regulations and insurance required in a small business.

Also, I don't know if starting from scratch - leasing out premises etc - is the best way to go or if buying an existing one is a better starting place. The ones I've been looking at are in the region of £30,000...

Anyone know of any resources that are useful for amateurs like me? I've been searching online but there are just so many :rolleyes:

Reggie_Rebel

Do a business plan. See if you can make money, there seems to be a lot of competition in that market with shops closing down regularly

**confuzzled**

Enquire at your local jobcentre for information on how to get started and also have a look at internet sites directd at people starting off have a look here it might help you:)

Good luck.

Nosht

Why not go for a business with no overheads, staff, stock, customers or long working hours? Buying & selling shares is the best business to be in for these reasons & if you fail then all you have lost is your initial investment. The Stock Market is open from 8:00 to 16:30 but you can do extra research outwith these hours.
Do not use a Stockbroker but an online Share Dealing firm, many on the web, prices ranging from £5 per deal upwards.
Low overheads, low costs, apart from the capital needed, can be done from anywhere that you have computer link, good returns & hours to suit.

Regards,

N.