1. Create a solid business plan
One of the first serious steps you’ll take toward opening your coffee shop is to create a business plan.
2 Take the time to find the right building
To be successful, you need a good location for your coffee shop. You want something centrally located, a place where people already gather,
3. Create a floor plan
A solid floor plan is vital for a coffee shop.
6. Save money for your own expenses
Aside from startup costs, don’t forget that all of your time and energy will be devoted to your new business, a business that probably won’t be profitable for around six months.
7. Shop around for everything
Most of your time will be spent in the planning and funding stages. While you work out finances, keep a list or spreadsheet of all the things you’ll need and compare prices.
9. Start marketing before you open
If you start marketing the day you open, you’re already behind. On opening day, you want people excited to come in. To do that, you need to start marketing several months before you open. Affordable marketing options include:
11. Have a positive attitude
Like every business, you’ll face challenges to get your shop off the ground.
12. Hire slowly
You need help manning the register, waiting on customers, and making drinks, but don’t hire too many people too fast. Renson suggests hiring a few friends, or neighbors who will volunteer to help you out for the first few weeks. Slowly, bring on staff.