ARRIVE Podcast - Episode 70 NotesEpisode Title: Smart Growth: Expanding Products and Revenue StreamsHost: Mike HernandezEpisode Description: In this value-packed episode of Arrive, host Mike Hernandez explores strategic ways convenience store owners can expand their product mix and develop new revenue streams. Learn how to grow your convenience store business beyond traditional offerings through smart expansion strategies that won't break the bank or disrupt your existing operations.Key Topics Covered:Success story of Rosa Martinez, who transformed her Phoenix store by strategically adding food service optionsHow to analyze your current product mix to identify expansion opportunitiesStrategic product expansion in high-margin categoriesDeveloping new revenue streams that work even when you're not in the storeStep-by-step implementation strategies that minimize riskEpisode Highlights:The "80/20 Split" technique to identify which 20% of your categories drive 80% of profitsCreating a "Margin Map" to maximize profit per square footFinding "Companion Purchases" that can boost sales across categoriesStarting small with fresh food and prepared mealsHow to create digital ordering systems without technical expertiseThe "30-60-90" method for implementing new offeringsThe "Rule of 1.5" for budgeting new initiativesActionable Takeaways:Create your "Product Performance Scorecard" to identify expansion opportunitiesConduct a "Space Audit" to find underutilized areas in your storeStart an "Opportunity Log" to track customer requests and competitor offeringsResources Mentioned:Free "Smart Expansion Starter Kit" available at cornerstoresuccess.com/expandAdditional resources available at cstorethrive.comListen to this episode to discover how to evolve your convenience store beyond traditional offerings into a destination that meets your customers' changing needs while boosting your bottom line.

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