As local government budgets and staffs get smaller and smaller, we purchasing professionals, have had to learn to do more with less for so long that some days I feel like I am expected to do everything with nothing. Seriously, I thought of using that for the title of this paper, because it is very close to being the truth, but it is obviously to long. And while this is written from the Public purchasing point of view, much of it is still...more
Purchasing a sample or template for your day spa business plan can be extremely valuable, but only if there is a well-done and customizable financial model spreadsheet that comes with it. To know if the financial model youre working with makes the cut, look for the following elements. Multiple Revenue StreamsAs the years go by, you may expect to move customer from one service to another (for example, increasingly sell massages, while at first...more
Creating a business plan for your spa is hard work, and, while there are ways to shorten the process by working from a template, the work cannot be eliminated. No matter what you find online, a free spa business plan will still need extensive customization to become your spa business plan. Beware that in some cases it may end up being better for you to start from scratch if youre working with a poor sample or template. If It Looks Too Good To Be True...If the plan you are downloading says it is ready to use out of the box, it is not likely to help you get funding. Look out for any claims that describe the business planning process as this easy. The problem with this is that every business plan is about a specific company, specific people, and a specific location and market situation. Deep research into the local market, customers, and competitors must be done by someone able to visit their spas and speak with customers directly. There is no alternative to this kind of work, so beware of any claims that say the plan will be ready to go right away. Also, serious investors want to see original thought in a business plan. If they can find the language of the plan through a Google...more
Opening a new coffee shop is not extremely difficult in and of itself, but opening one with a competitive advantage that allows it to thrive rather than flounder in the local market is a challenge that requires planning ahead. Nonetheless, there are several proven routes to competitive advantage used by coffee shops, and one may be successful for...more
Your bakery marketing plan details the brand image you intend to create and how you will communicate the message of your business to customers. These tactics often include public relations campaigns, print and internet advertising, or direct mail pamphlets or coupons. All of these techniques can be costly. Consider whether you can market your...more
When focusing on a bathroom makeover or remodel, larger items such as showers, baths, sink basins and toilets tend to receive the most attention. It is important to choose these items with care to be sure they look and function the way you want in your new bathroom. However, the smaller components involved in a bathroom makeover contribute to the overall look and feel of a bathroom, too.Bathroom Accessory SetsNothing looks worse than a newly remodeled bathroom with old accessories. When you remodel, do not forget to update your towel rails, toilet paper racks, cup and toothbrush holders and robe hooks. These small accessories make a bathroom more convenient to use, and they can also compliment the style of a newly remodeled bathroom. Chrome is an attractive, durable and affordable choice in bathroom accessory materials.Bathroom Wall CabinetsWhile it is possible to paint or apply a new finish to old cabinets during a bathroom makeover, replacing them is so easy and inexpensive, it might be a better choice.Bathroom wall cabinets come in a huge variety of shapes and sizes today. Specially designed corner cabinets and cabinets with built in lights make organising and accessing bathroom...more
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There are many benefits to having a live, professional receptionist answer telephone calls for your small business. Among them are enhanced professional image, improved customer service and the ability to manage your workload more effectively. As...more
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