I do agree consistency is key, consistently mediocre won''t cut it. You had better be great!
That being said, there are plenty of small businesses both restaurant and retail that have closed not because of lack of consistency or profitability, simply fallen victim to unfortunate circumstances. Most small businesses in Brandon are renters in their locations. Sadly quite a few have fallen victim to buildings being sold off, or leases not being renewed, many businesses in the core area over the years have been forced out & some have found new spaces to reopen. I feel however like some become a little put off by the experience and choose not to, or can not find comparable locations (price & traffic) to re-open or move to.
Cinnamon Tree boutique is one that comes to mind, they continue to thrive after their move.
As is the "little shop" which is no on Rosser anymore
Another problem that seems to plague businesses in town, is changes in ownership. People buy businesses & try to make them their own. We here in Brandon however seem to be creatures of habit & familiarity, as soon as something changes we seem to get put off (regardless of if the change is good or bad) as it''s not the same as it always was.
Edited by Happy Trails , 2017-05-02 15:49:19
Edited by admin, 2017-05-02 18:10:01. Reason: required edit