The Gray Cat Blog
A comprehensive collection of blogs designed to assist small business owners and multi-unit operators.
Afraid to look around the corner??
Merchandising is a critical aspect of how "shoppable" a store will be. Conceal or confuse the customer with your merchandising and it won't matter if you carry the top brands, the customer will become...
There comes a time in every entrepreneur’s life when they wish to exit their business. At that time, one of the most essential documents a business owner should create is an offering memorandum. An of...
I have been putting together business plans for over 30 years and it is clear to me that the strength of its core rests solely on being able to execute the plan. Each year I approach business planning...
Hurry, hurry, step right up!
It is time to play the game called “G & A Budgeting”. This is the game where heads are counted; budgets are sandbagged and perks are justified. It is an annual ritual tha...
There is an insightful quote from John Harvey-Jones, an English Businessman that says:Â
“The nice thing about not planning is that failure comes as a complete surprise rather than being preceded by ...
Whether you are working in an office; operating a restaurant; or manage a retail location, having a consistent set of opening & closing procedures helps minimize customer disruption (and disappointmen...
Ever wonder what Gray Cat does?
Here is a short clip from a recent podcast, Burn the Ship, describing that topic.
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When it comes to the long-term success of a business, one of the key drivers is prudent capital re-investment. Unlike operational expenses that are used to run the daily business or working capital to...
Hopefully your business is growing, cash flow is strong, and if that is the case, what a fantastic scenario to be enjoying! Now, one must determine what are the best ways to put those earnings to use....
Recently, I appeared on a podcast hosted by John Lofstock where we discussed a myriad of topics including micromanagement and leadership.
Here is a short clip discussing this subject.
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