Prospective Store Managers School Outline

(updated 2/23/10)

Instructors

Heidi Macias, Manager - Books of Hope - West Rosemount, MN

Julie Swecker, Manager - Daily Bread Books - Lakeville, MN

11:30am-1pm Luncheon / Introductions

Learn to plan for success by creating a business plan and a mission statement for your store that integrates with your church's mission.

2pm - 3pm No fear! - Introduction to Finance

Learn the importance of paperwork for legal requirements, financial statements, internal records, Basics on sales and income, purchasing, receiving, returns, payroll and expenses will be covered.

3pm - 4pm Budget is Not a Dirty Word

Learn to prioritize your spending and manage your money - no matter how much or how little you have. Sales forecasts, personnel budgets, purchasing budgets, and expense budgets will be covered.

Learn about establishing and maintaining strong relationships with church leaders, bookstore staff and volunteers, congregation members and vendors.

5pm - 6pm Putting Your Best Foot Forward: Introduction to Marketing

Learn essential tools for how to establish an identity for your store. Forming a marketing plan that includes selling and promotions, as well as ideas for reaching, adding and keeping customers will be covered.

6pm - 8pm Design On a Dime

Learn creative ideas for layout and displays on a limited budget. Also, get some advice on how to determine the best inventory for your store.  Dinner is provided.