Join us to address rising operational costs affecting bookstores. From payroll hikes to new competition, learn how to adjust budgets and share cost-cutting strategies. Pool knowledge on savings, from reusable towels to lower credit card fees.
Moderator: Amy Erickson (Bluebird Books)
Educators: CoriAnn Theroux (The Green Dragon Bookshop), Jamie Thomas (Women & Childrens First), Danielle King (Left Bank Books)
Moderator: Amy Erickson (Bluebird Books)
Educators: CoriAnn Theroux (The Green Dragon Bookshop), Jamie Thomas (Women & Childrens First), Danielle King (Left Bank Books)
In this session, we'll tackle the ongoing challenge of rising operational costs that impact every bookstore. With increases in payroll, property taxes, rent, and more. Discover how to adjust your budget effectively with increases in payroll, property taxes, rent, competitors and more. We'll share and compile cost-cutting strategies, from small savings like reusable paper towels to negotiating lower credit card fees. Let's pool our knowledge to help each other thrive in a tough market.