Learn about running your own computer store.

[leeson44]

Hows the business going? Great informational video.. I wish you the best .. !!!!!

[whatasite]

@leeson44 Ike sold is computer store in Toronto and moved back to his home country and opened another computer store.

[T1TANGuild]

so could you open a computer store that you actualy make a pc and sell them to the public?

[whatasite]

@T1TANGuild I see no reason why not! If you look at it from the customers point of view you may have those customers who want to come in see one in operation, test an application or two and leave right then with the PC. Others may want the flexibility to select a SSD Drive, Higher Speed Ram, Faster Graphics Card and so on.

[whatasite]

@whatasite I normally use TigerDirect and select my components and get it assembled and pay a low fee to have them assemble it.

[T1TANGuild]

@whatasite thanks for replying, what i was thinking was ask the customers what they would like in the pc. and then i would build it for them. so it is completely a custom pc for them, plus include an engraving service too :)

[skudzer1985]

I'd love to do something like this, but I live in a fairly small town, mostly factories and a couple fast food restaurants. I'd imagine that it's very important to study your local town and possibly even take surveys to make sure that it's financially an option to open a computer store. There used to be a computer store but it closed down before I ever got to see the inside, I'm not even sure they sold many parts, could have just been a computer repair store.

[whatasite]

@skudzer1985 You are considering the proper approach. You need to get some research that will either support or not support your idea. Then you can decide to continue or not based on your research.

[monkeymangonewild]

we need a computer store near me

[shad0fx]

Great video, lots of great information... one thing i would suggest, he mentions presentation being a big key... most of the customers were wearing button down shirts, and he's wearing a "Tommy Hilfiger" t-shirt... while t-shirts are fine in a business stand point, it's a lot better to have a button down shirt or polo. If you do have t-shirts go to the local shirt printing shop and have them print your shop logo on the shirt... gives you another marketing advertising means as well.

[1stopgeekshop]

I started my shop small, with only a 10K investment for the basic parts and supplies. I didnt take a paycheck my first year and reinvested that back into the business. I now have a nicer retail and repair shop with about 100K in inventory. the key is to not get your overhead, over your head.

[GoblinSlasher]

Hey Ike,

I was wondering how many workers you have for PC repair pick up and drop off.

Ive just finished my computer hardware and networking course and I want to one day start a business and I was also wondering if It would be a good idea to start an online store before I start an actual physical shop.

pretty much any info would be of great help.

thanks.

[MikeyLOVESkateboard]

hey how old do you have to be to even work in a computer shop? like what are the requirments please.

Mikey

[OrangeD00D]

That usually depends. There are some here that won't hire you until you're 18, but others will hire you at 14 for certain jobs.

[whatasite]

Hey you can always start small, you can start a mobile computer repair business.

All the best,

Kevin

[HordeFTL]

I'm thinking about starting a business, I've finished with school and everything, but my parents keep bringing me down saying I'll never get through it.. I'm still gonna stay focused as this is my main dream however

[dodgydogman]

If you have "finished with school and everything" why have your parents got anything to do with your career?

[MJElectronics]

Nice video, wish all the best..............

[twnzy]

Great video, was also wondering if you could send me a list of your vendors aswell

[whatasite]

He wants to keep that list private, but the library does have a list of vendor for computer parts.

All the best,

Kevin

[EcoWhale]

You do not need 20k to run a computer businesses; you can stock very basic stuff; if you need more, you are getting good business and can thus afford to stock more.

[whatasite]

Thanks EcoWhale, your input is appreciated.

All the best,

Kevin

[jhood7891]

thanx this video made me have hope bacause i am tired of working for the man .....i want to b the man.....

[whatasite]

All the best with your plans to open a computer store.

Kevin

[optech4u]

Hi I love the video,, very helpful. I live in florida and will be opening my computer store soon. I love you stock, Can you forward me a list of your vendors.

Thank You

[MJElectronics]

great video , thanks for the tips

[mrswms05]

Right on time! I am opening up my computer store in appr. 1 month. This was very beneficial to me. Thank you sir!

[CaptainStriker]

best of luck mate especially with the credit crunch n all.

[tones1983]

hey this video was very cool i am planning 2 open my computer soon because i to am tired of working for other ppl to so i know if you can do it i can to thanks alot you gave me more hope

[Jayjones20]

Im looking to open my own store sometime soon, ive watched this video 3 or 4 times now, lol, its right what you say about customer service, it is a huge part of success.

do you have any tips for stocking your store with product?

[whatasite]

You may need to arrange a Line of Credit so you can get the stock you need. Many of the computer distributors want payment first before sending you any stock.

[JohnnyBEasy]

Greate Video! Love the tips.

[whatasite]

Excellent glad to provide this information to help other potential computer store owners.

Kevin

[arranmc182]

grate video i wanna open a computer store when im older this video had some grate info thank you

[whatasite]

Thank you glad to help!

[CaptainStriker]

Same but it`ll be atleast bout 20 years before i do lol.