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Reviving a Small-Town Hardware Store: 3 Sons Hardware | Sponsored by Do it Best Group
Lori Ables shares the story of how she transformed a nearly empty store into an award-winning True Value hardware destination at 3 Sons Hardware in Minnesota. Her journey from reluctant retailer to passionate hardware store owner showcases the power of listening to customers and creating a family legacy business.
• Initially reluctant to enter retail when husband bought first hardware store in Ohio
• Purchased Minnesota store in 2022 and completed extensive remodeling with True Value's help
• Named business "3 Sons Hardware" with all three sons working in family businesses
• Expanded fishing department with live bait and tackle to serve local lakes community
• Focuses on listening to customers to adjust product mix for local needs
• Leads by example by working alongside employees on all tasks
• Balances having experienced retirees and younger employees for knowledge and energy
• Successfully navigating the True Value transition to Do it Best ownership
• Exploring AI technology for creating store signage and other applications
• Working in tandem with family lumberyard business for economies of scale
If you're ready to turn visibility into growth, head to gritblueprint.com to learn more and book a call to talk about your growth strategy.
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👉 About Stefanie Couch & Grit Blueprint
I'm Stefanie Couch, the founder of Grit Blueprint. I grew up in a third-generation building supply business. I've worked inside dealers, distributors, and manufacturers. I built Grit Blueprint to solve problems I saw in our industry.
Grit Blueprint is a visibility, media, and growth partner for manufacturers, distributors, dealers, service providers, and leaders in the building industry.
We help you get seen, build trust, and become unmistakable.
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By Grit BlueprintLori Ables shares the story of how she transformed a nearly empty store into an award-winning True Value hardware destination at 3 Sons Hardware in Minnesota. Her journey from reluctant retailer to passionate hardware store owner showcases the power of listening to customers and creating a family legacy business.
• Initially reluctant to enter retail when husband bought first hardware store in Ohio
• Purchased Minnesota store in 2022 and completed extensive remodeling with True Value's help
• Named business "3 Sons Hardware" with all three sons working in family businesses
• Expanded fishing department with live bait and tackle to serve local lakes community
• Focuses on listening to customers to adjust product mix for local needs
• Leads by example by working alongside employees on all tasks
• Balances having experienced retirees and younger employees for knowledge and energy
• Successfully navigating the True Value transition to Do it Best ownership
• Exploring AI technology for creating store signage and other applications
• Working in tandem with family lumberyard business for economies of scale
If you're ready to turn visibility into growth, head to gritblueprint.com to learn more and book a call to talk about your growth strategy.
👉 Subscribe to Built to Win
Real talk, strategies, and tools from Stefanie.
👉 Book a Strategy Call
Ready to grow your brand or business? Let’s talk.
Connect with Stefanie Couch & Grit Blueprint
Grit Website: GritBlueprint.com
YouTube: Stefanie Couch
Instagram: @StefanieCouchOfficial
LinkedIn: Stefanie Couch
Stefanie’s Website: StefanieCouch.com
👉 About Stefanie Couch & Grit Blueprint
I'm Stefanie Couch, the founder of Grit Blueprint. I grew up in a third-generation building supply business. I've worked inside dealers, distributors, and manufacturers. I built Grit Blueprint to solve problems I saw in our industry.
Grit Blueprint is a visibility, media, and growth partner for manufacturers, distributors, dealers, service providers, and leaders in the building industry.
We help you get seen, build trust, and become unmistakable.