Do you get the big picture in the business

This post is great, except for one thing...

You're assuming that everyone on here is a commodities dealer. I charge; because I can. We provide a service so there are other prices to pay. I think understanding what your business goals and motto are will allow oneself to differentiate themselves. One is right or wrong, just different. There has to be an understanding of target markets before you apply yourself.

I will just use an example for say... appliances. If you pay your direct profit margin is greatly affected. What you lack in margin you make up for in volume which affects logistics. Buy paying you are also bringing certain terms to your clients ( the appliances must be outside etc..) therefore you save time, labor, insurance, etc etc.

I can charge because we are not deciding the terms we are performing under someone elses terms. ( hauling fridges out of basements or down 3 flights in an apartment building; which takes time, experience, insurance,labor, equipment, etc etc. )

I don't think any angle that is used to bring business is bad as long as it is ethical and honest. I just think anyone should have the right idea about what their goals are and what their profit margins will look like. You can haul, charge, buy, pick up for free. If you dont understand what you're doing and crunch the numbers; you will fail.



Russell