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Does it make sense to start a small retail store in the age of e-commerce? Share your experience please. (alien.top)

submitted 2 years ago by aagney_m@alien.top to c/entrepreneur@indiehackers.space

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I have been browsing this reddit and one advice which I get from the people is doing existing businesses better. Buying low and selling high of consumer goods is one thing that a lot of people do. Do you think this has the potential to grow?

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[–] __SEOeveryday__@alien.top 1 points 2 years ago (1 children)

This makes sense if you focus on creating a unique and personalized shopping experience. I've heard from entrepreneurs who have found success by offering niche products, great customer service, and a welcoming atmosphere in their brick-and-mortar stores. It is important to carefully consider your target market, location, and the overall value proposition you can provide. Even though e-commerce is dominant, there is still a market for in-person retail, and the key is often differentiation and customer engagement. If you can find a way to enhance your existing business and offer something unique, it could have the potential to grow.

[–] jaypeejay@alien.top 1 points 2 years ago

Anecdotally speaking: the experience of shopping in big box stores is so fucking atrocious these days that I would go out of my way to visit a store that A.) had what I wanted and B.) was even sniffing enjoyable to be in