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As a general guide you can expect when starting up a shop to have 2-3 years AT LEAST will nil earning more likely losses, maybe a smallish income if you work in the shop. Buying an existing shop may ease this. To be having a profit of 100k+ would either need a very high performing store (£20k+...

gotta agree with Dave on this one. In the UK we’ve rising unemployment, house prices are stalling, major central government spending cuts due to be published today, we’re told to look at pay freezes, cuts in benefits etc, we’ve a sales tax increase from 17.5% to 20% from 1/1/11, fuel duty goes...

just to clarify…when I say reveal myself I do mean the true identity not me taking my clothes off - just in case that puts you off responding :shock:

So, I’m taking the kids to Disney World et al, in January 2011 (if you missed the BIG hint I’m from the UK). Wondered if anyone is nearby for a visit? Maybe then I might let out a clue or two about the Wiz! :roll:

One key question - will you definitely keep the phone number? Check your franchise agreement - without the existing tel phone you’d be starting from scratch IMO. Good luck!

Gotta agree with Registered Guest. The examples you quote, Rockstar, are totally and clearly different. You seem to have a major hang up this guy, what started as someone doing marketing close to your store is now about this guy being from Iran. If he is operating a business in the US I’d guess...

that’s dreadful news, really sorry for you and your team. As said above I hope your insurance coverage is good! Good luck!

I just love it when I’m placing business with someone and when it goes wrong at their end they tell ME to call them to discuss!!! Ehm… and come on Integraoligist what are you playing at leaving a message when you could have called any time 24/7 and spoken to a live representative on the first...

I ran mopeds for 4 years and overall, for me, they were more trouble than they were worth. +'ves Parking - thats pretty much the key benefit. If you have limited/no parking then mopeds are great Cheap to buy - it allows you to offer a vehicle to those who do not own a car (the 2nd benefit)...

Hi First important part is to ensure you know who much (if any) margin you are making on BOGOF. Selling 1000 pies BOGOF and making .25 each is not as good as selling 100 and making $2 each when you factor in labour etc (ok its not a great example but you hopefully get the point). To wean...

36% is just waaaaay to high so: Implement a workable portioning proportion. We count pepperoni slices onto the pie, we weigh others and we have good quality ;ideal portion’ pictures of the rest. As said cheese is a killer so watch that one big time. If your POS will allow it set up each pie...

I’ve gotta say I think the ‘anti-corporate’ message sucks! I employ 50+ staff and I’ve funded two stores, I produce the best quality pizza in my area. I provide good customer service, support local causes etc etc. Would having my own name or a franchise name above my door make a difference...

royster13: I know its a little off topic but this reminded me of a insident a few years ago… Much as I love the idea of putting a competitors number on my menu… I have both of our stores details on the same menu. Both stores are shown with the town name, address and delivery areas. Both shops...

I’ve used HTH for 5 years and the most problems I’ve had is people stealing them off the top of the car. We’ve used some of their car locks which has helped.

bodegahwy: Not sure I really understand the logic of this? Why wouldn’t you allow cash payment for online order?

Welcome to the 20th century(!) :twisted: We went with on line ordering from day 1 (5 years ago) and uptake was good from outset. I currently do around 40% on line sales (by sale revenue each week). I’ve posted this before but here’s a summary: Include something on your normal menu (we do $x...

My recollection of Otis, always keen to learn (although he obviously knew a lot - and not just about pizza), keen to share and always ready to help out those with problems. The kind of guy that you’d want to have a beer and good long chat with. An alround nice guy.

aj453: but I thought grande… :twisted:

I remember going through my marketing spend versus last year. I managed to negotiate a significant reduction in getting menu’s out which meant that effectively my marketing spend was less. I decided to increase the volume I sent out AND still achieve a saving in my marketing costs. I remember...

I’ve seen some very strange/poor applications over the years. I agree that people should lighten up a bit I can see the funny side in some of the comment on my application forms that I’m sure the candidate didn’t intend them to come out that way. I try not to rule people out based on...