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    IS anyone REALLY successful running their own coffee shop?

    The closest college is up the street with a student population of 36,000. There are about an additional 4 colleges within a 10 miles radius, though. The total student population is over 60k. Also, I'm getting 2100 sq. ft. for about $1750 a month. And even though I want to build staff, I will be...
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    IS anyone REALLY successful running their own coffee shop?

    Well, If we did it, I would have to have it fully staffed so I can keep a day job. Since I normally work from home, I can still be in the shop for hours and hours. Heck, I have worked for long periods of time inside coffee shops already. Plus, it would be cheaper to staff the place fully...
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    IS anyone REALLY successful running their own coffee shop?

    I understand about it taking time to make success. That's not my question. Plus, I understand about doing it for love, as well. But I'm also a realist. I understand that you have to eat, pay your mortgage, clothe yourself, etc., and $30k doesn't do it in this neighborhood. The upside is that...
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    IS anyone REALLY successful running their own coffee shop?

    OK, I've been really thinking about this: I live in a suburb in the South. I don't have a lot of money, but I do have a commitment to get some money from a friend. And I make about $65k a year- which isn't a whole lot in my neighborhood. But here's the deal: I stumbled onto a space where...
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    We are considering starting a coffee house and need help

    Thanks, Waleed! I've found a space for $2400 a month for 3200 Sq. Ft. They have two restrooms, but I would have to build a bar, seating, etc. I am also looking at leasing my equipment to reduce my start-up costs and provide a little tax break for Uncle Sam. My big question is personnel, but I...
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    We are considering starting a coffee house and need help

    Ok. This is my issue: I have been mandated by the powers-that-be to look into starting a coffee shop in the Cobb County area of Atlanta GA. I have quite a bit of experience in the business arena, but not in retail. This business will be ran out of a 501(c)3 non-profit, and will be utilized not...
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