In this episode of The Receipt Paper Podcast, we share our personal insights on hiring, interviewing, and onboarding employees for brick-and-mortar businesses. We explore the art of finding the perfect match through captivating job postings and screening techniques. We then guide you through our interview process sharing the exact questions we use to find the right candidates. Finally, we discover the importance of creating a welcoming and engaging onboarding experience, fostering a positive company culture with an employee handbook and a shadowing process so your employees won't get overwhelmed. Let's dive in!

Hey there, fellow business owners! Buckle up, because I'm about to take you on an exhilarating retail ride that will leave your cash registers singing and your customers beaming. Yes, my friends, it's time to lace up those entrepreneurial shoes and embrace the sheer excitement and benefits of running a semi-annual sale at your brick-and-mortar store! Get ready for a wild ride filled with profits, community spirit, and an unforgettable shopping experience that will keep your customers coming back for more.

Hey there, dreamers and doers! You've been working tirelessly to bring your vision to life and turn your brick-and-mortar business dream into a reality. Now, it's time to share your passion with the world and throw a grand opening event that will have people buzzing for months! In this episode of the Receipt Paper Podcast, we will walk you through the three essential phases of a successful grand opening. So pop in your headphones and grab a cup of coffee and let's dive in!

Welcome to another episode of our podcast, where we bring you practical tips and insights to help you grow your brick-and-mortar business. Today, we're going to tackle a topic that many business owners struggle with finding the right marketing vendor. With so many agencies and freelancers offering their services, it can be overwhelming to figure out who to trust and what to expect. That's why we're going to provide you with a checklist of questions that you should be asking any potential marketing vendor before signing up. Our goal is to help you make an informed decision and avoid any costly mistakes. So, whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting out, this episode is for you. Let's dive in!

Are you ready to take your business to the next level by finding the perfect location? Then you're in the right place because in this episode of The Receipt Paper Podcast, we're going to dive into everything you need to know about finding a location for your brick-and-mortar business that sets you up for success.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand, choosing the right location is critical. It can make or break your business. So, if you want to avoid the common pitfalls and make sure you're making the best decision possible, you won't want to miss this episode.

We'll cover everything from understanding your target market and demographic to analyzing foot traffic and our favorite ways to search for locations. We'll share some personal experiences and insights that we've gained over the years to help you avoid costly mistakes and make the best decision for your business. Trust me when we say, these are thing we WISH someone would have told us when we were looking for a location.

So, grab a pen and paper and get ready to take some notes because this episode is jam-packed with valuable information that will help you find the perfect location for your brick-and-mortar business.

If you are looking for a cost-effective way to boost your brick-and-mortar businesses revenue, then this episode is for you.

When small business owners think of marketing strategies, they often think they need a big marketing agency with overcomplicated plans.

But the truth is, sometimes the simplest marketing strategies are the most effective. In this episode we are going back to the basics with 6 simple (yet highly effective) marketing strategies that you can start implementing today. 

And the best part is that these strategies won’t break the bank. We’re breaking down each strategy with tips on how to get the most out of each one. 

In this episode you’ll learn: 

·        How to utilize flyers to drive traffic to your business.

·        The do’s and don’ts of text blasts

·        How to partner with local businesses on social media

·        How providing educational talks/lectures can help your business grow

·        Why you should be hosting in-store events

·        Why you should give yard signs a try

Plus, much, much more! I promise this episode is a great listen for any business looking to drive more traffic and grow their revenue.

We are so glad you are here. We are Joann and Kyle (Joann here. I do most of the writing). We are a couple of 10 years who love the outdoors, topo chico, and our two labs, Roxy and Ollie. Four years ago, we dove headfirst into the world of small business opening 3 brick and mortar locations.

We took two of our stores to a profitable, thriving status which gave us the opportunity to sell. Now we have one profitable location (our baby) that continues to grow and thrive. We have experienced all the ups and downs of brick-and-mortar service and product-based business. We even survived the scary days of a global pandemic. Phew!

While it has been a rollercoaster at times, we wouldn't trade our experience for the world. It has truly been a dream come true.

Now our mission is to help others take their dream idea and bring it to life. In this episode we will walk you through the five things we wish we had known BEFORE we opened our brick-and-mortar business. These were key lessons we learned over the years that have helped us grow that we wish we knew from day one. 

We hope you enjoy!

Are you looking for a way to help your brick-and-mortar business drive more traffic and increase your revenue? Look no further than The Receipt Paper Podcast. In this podcast, Joann and Kyle provide their sage advice on how to make your brick-and-mortar store the hottest spot in town. Whether you're just launching a new business or trying to grow an existing one, these informative episodes will leave you inspired.

In each episode, Joann and Kyle take on a different topic related to running a successful business. They offer practical tips based on their own experience as owners of multiple brick-and-mortar locations - so whatever challenges you're facing; they have actionable advice for you. 

How do I find the perfect location for my business? How do I execute a commercial buildout? How do I display product? Am I ready to leave my 9 to 5? How do I market my business? What are new ideas to drive traffic to my business? How do I manage employees? Whether owning a brick-and-mortar business is just a daydream or your full-time hustle, Joann and Kyle have you covered!

Hosts Joann and Kyle will bring you tangible, actionable advice that they used themselves to grow three profitable, successful product and service-based brick-and-mortar businesses. 

With helpful advice from these experienced entrepreneurs, you are sure to learn how to open a successful brick-and-mortar business, increase your sales and have your businesses running out of receipt paper in no time.

For more about Joann & Kyle, visit http://www.masterbricknmortar.com.