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After several costly attempts to create the right store layout, I decided to shift to a more traditional approach that included a shop counter and eye-catching displays. This overhaul, however, further drained my funds, adding another £1,000 in costs. Finally, I opened my shop on March 25, 2022, eagerly awaiting results.
The Harsh Reality of Retail
The reality of business hit me hard on opening day. I caught a glimpse of the disheartening truth: I made just £1 in sales on my first day, followed by a meager £5 on the second day. April proved to be slightly more profitable, yielding a total of £63 in earnings. But as I crunched the numbers against my growing expenses—which included rent and utilities—my optimism began to fade.