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The ankorstart experts have created the first toolbox of practical sheets, templates and training videos to help you set up your business and get through your first few months.

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To get started

Watch our introduction on the first steps to your entrepreneurial journey

Coaching videos

The key steps to open your shop

Business Plan

Download the free Ankorstart practice sheets and templates and watch the free coaching and training videos.

Practical sheets

Glossary - Retail terms every entrepreneur should know

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One word = one definition. Find in this article the definitions of the different terms used in Ankorstore guides.

Checklist - Writing a flawless business plan

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The business plan is the first step to consider when starting a business. Discover how to do it perfectly in order to not miss any key point or detail of your project.

Coaching videos

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5 key steps to create your store
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Marie's testimonial

Commercial Premises

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Practical sheets

Calendar - Commercial spaces planning

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Ankorstart experts created a planning template for your commercial space opening, featuring the sequence of the 10 steps you need to follow before launching your shop and their average duration.

Checklist - Commercial spaces

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Ankorstart experts have prepared a checklist to help you cover all essential points to consider to assess whether a commercial space is the right fit for your business.

Guide - Commercial space budgeting

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Ankorstart experts have created a guide to help you estimate the total financial need of a commercial space and compare the total costs of different spaces you might want to choose between.

Guide - Commercial space moodboard

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Start by envisioning the commercial space that would be most suitable for your business before you start searching for a commercial space. Clarity on what to look for will allow you to find a space that meets your needs at best

Checklist - Visual merchandising

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Have a look on this visual merchaindising checklist and ensure you’re promoting your retail and your products in the best way.

Suppliers and Product Assortment

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Practical sheets

Guide - Creating a comprehensive specification for contacting suppliers

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Specification can be difficult to execute for your retail. Follow this guide to learn how handle it without anxiety.

Guide - Creating and reading an order form

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Editing an order form can be confusing. This article will provide you with the right advices to help you managing this important activity for your shop.

Template - Creating an efficient sourcing file

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The sourcing of new products is a really important key to success for a business. Ensure you’re doing it right with this article.

Template - Creating the ultimate brand prospecting plan

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Prospecting is complex and time consuming. This template, made by sales experts, will help you organizing this strategic activity.

Coaching videos

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Product assortment: the key to your shop’s success
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What is a product assortment and how to optimise it?

Visual Merchandising

Watch our educational videos created in collaboration with Sarah Manning, visual merchandising consultant and Ankorstart partner

Coaching videos

How to carry out a customer flow exercise
The 4 window dressing principles for your retail store
The store layout principles for a retail shop
Visual merchandising for your e commerce
Key tips on window dressing for your retail shop
Some tips for an effective use of lighting in your retail shop
Color trends for your retail shop

Trusted partners

Discover the Ankorstart partners who will respond effectively to all your issues and take advantage of exclusive offers.

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