- 1). Contact service providers you have considered working for. Providers like T-Mobile have recruitment programs for potential cell phone dealership franchise owners. Be prepared to show a background in retail, since some providers look for experience in this field among potential recruits.
- 2). Contact independent wireless dealers for employment opportunities. Companies such as The Brix Group, Inc. have divisions that specialize in third-party retail and resale of mobile phones and related products. Some of these independent retailer companies operate on a local basis only, so check to see if your region qualifies.
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Open a business account with your bank to secure and move capital.bank image by Pefkos from Fotolia.com
After you have contacted your cell phone company of choice, open a business account with a bank. This is required of anyone wishing to start a business. Also, open a merchant's account with the bank so that you can accept credit card payments. - 4). Secure a location for your retail business. You will need to be in contact with the cell phone company during this process, since they have a say in what properties are rented for business purposes on their behalf.
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Be aware of your market so that you can offer competitive prices.Stock Market image by Paul Heasman from Fotolia.com
Open your business. Market aggressively, especially if your chosen cell phone company faces stiff competition in your region. Compare your prices with those of rival companies to make sure that you are offering competitive values for your products.
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