Opening a candy store?

Question

I am interested in finding out a few things about opening a candy shop.

1. Is there any information regarding where the most profitable candy stores are located in the US and abroad?

2. Does anyone have any idea of the start-up costs?


3. Anyone know where i might be able to find the ratio of successful to failed business and profitability?

4. Does anyone know what credentials you need/cost to get into the annual candy convention in Chicago, IL?

Thanks so much.

Answer 1

The best routes to take are to research the process of starting a business as well as the industry you're interested in.

I recommend checking out the SBA, Entrepreneur, The Start Up Journal & Nolo. All 4 are great informational resources for the new/small business owner. I posted links for you in the source box.

Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links.

Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:

* Start and Run a Profitable Retail Business by Jim Dion, Ted Topping
* Retail Business Kit for Dummies by Rick Segel
* Specialty Shop Retailing: How to Run Your Own Store Revised by Carol L. Schroeder
* So You Want To Own The Store: Secrets to Running a Successful Retail Operation by Mort Brown

There are plenty of free informational resources out there. Check the source box for links to articles.

Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!

Answer 2

I don't know the answers to your specific questions, but Small Businesses for Dummies helped me out when I wanted to start my business. The answer to #3 is in there.

Answer 3

listen to 50 cent song CANDY SHOP first. it will help u think.