As I was going through the Manual this weekend to prepare it for its next printing (I think this is the 13th or 14th edition!) , I ran across some little tidbits that even I had forgotten about.
And I thought I’d remind the many folks who use the Manual as an invaluable business resource of a couple of ideas that could take their consignment, resale, and thrift shops
up to the next level.
For example, right now might be a real good time to
have a fake sale in your shop.
See page 175 for this idea.
How one shop’s net profits went from 17% to 22% with one oh-so-simple change.
That’s on page 182 in the Manual.
The Preferred Consignor Club increases your shop’s uniqueness and perceived value.
If you don’t already use this way to differentiate your shop from the crowd, refresh your memory on page 65.
Can’t lay your hands on your copy of the manual without getting up from the computer? Scan through the Table of Contents to refresh your memory of the (possibly forgotten in the day-to-day flurry that is resale!) hidden delights that could be put to good use right now!
Oh, and for those who don’t use the Manual to make their shops all they dream it can be…or for those still in the dreaming stage…or for those who have the nagging feeling that they could do better? You too can have Too Good to be Threw The Complete Operations Manual for Resale & Consignment Shops for your very own. Place your order today here.
Auntie Kate The Resale Expert 
This post left me lost as my copy of the manual is 20 years old.
Well, Kitty, I am sure, after 20 years, that YOU don’t need a fresh copy of the Manual and its assorted updates. But perhaps some of your staff, manager, etc….might be able to glean some profitable and effective ideas from it? If nothing else, it might save you from having to explain over and over the “why’s” of your perfected systems!
What is the discount for the updated version for those of us that have already purchase an earlier copy?
Tee-hee! It’s the same discount as when I need the updated version of the jeans I purchased from you earlier!