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Pop-Up Business For Dummies Dan Thompson

Pop-Up Business For Dummies By Dan Thompson

Pop-Up Business For Dummies by Dan Thompson


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Summary

Whether you're just starting out and want to test the viability of your business, or you're an established business looking to expand your reach, pop-ups offer an exciting and flexible opportunity.

Pop-Up Business For Dummies Summary

Pop-Up Business For Dummies by Dan Thompson

Whether you're just starting out and want to test the viability of your business, or you're an established business looking to expand your reach, pop-ups offer an exciting and flexible opportunity. They're a great way to try new business ideas, experiment with a new product, location or market, gain exposure, and learn about your customers - all with limited risk and financial outlay.

Inside Pop-Up Business For Dummies, you'll find:

  • Planning your pop-up venture - whether it's a shop, studio, gallery, or community hub.
  • Finding the right space for you.
  • Negotiating with the landlord and sorting out the legalities.
  • Fixing up and fitting out your space on a budget.
  • Pulling in the punters - advertising and marketing your pop-up.
  • Managing a successful pop-up business day-to-day.
  • Closing up shop efficiently.
  • Lots of case studies, checklists, tips and hints from experienced pop-up people!

Pop-Up Business For Dummies Reviews

` I would recommend it as essential reading for anybody considering their own pop-up, and will definitely use it when developing my own projects in the future' (Arts Porfessional, December 2012)

`One of the ways to keep the conventional retail model fresh is elegantly explained...Thompson explains its principles and practice brilliantly and succinctly.' (Cambridge Business, March 2013)

`What makes Dan Thompson's book stand apart is his can-do attitude and understanding of the relationship between customers and pop-up providers, particularly regarding social media.' (Ceramic Review, May 2013)

`I think this book is a must for people starting a pop up business. From its checklists to its well researched business facts and detailed plans it is a handy guide. Dan Thompson really knows his stuff.' (Frost Magazine, May 2013)

About Dan Thompson

Dan Thompson is an artist, writer and founder of the Empty Shops Network. An expert in the creative use of empty shops, Dan has pioneered the use of shops as community hubs and has written about the problems facing town centres for The Independent and The Guardian.

Table of Contents

Introduction 1

Part I: Planning to Pop Up 7

Chapter 1: Welcome to the World of Pop Ups 9

Chapter 2: Developing Your Pop Up Plan 19

Part II: Building on Your Pop Up Foundations 35

Chapter 3: Building Your Team 37

Chapter 4: Funding Your Project 57

Chapter 5: Finding Your Space and Your Landlord 73

Part III: Filling Your Pop Up with People 89

Chapter 6: Making an Impression: Branding and Marketing 91

Chapter 7: Producing and Distributing Leaflets and Posters 107

Chapter 8: Making the Most of Social Media 121

Chapter 9: Cooking Up a Media Storm for Your Pop Up 139

Part IV: Running Your Pop Up 153

Chapter 10: Designing and Kitting Out Your Space 155

Chapter 11: Managing Your Shop and Staff 173

Chapter 12: Meeting Your Customers 185

Part V: Looking to the Future 197

Chapter 13: Measuring the Success of Your Pop Up 199

Chapter 14: Packing Up and Moving On 213

Part VI: The Part of Tens 223

Chapter 15: Ten Useful Items to Have in Your Pop Up 225

Chapter 16: Ten Reasons Why Your Pop Up is Good for Business 231

Index 237

Additional information

GOR005224053
9781118443491
1118443497
Pop-Up Business For Dummies by Dan Thompson
Used - Very Good
Paperback
John Wiley & Sons Inc
2012-10-05
264
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Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
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