Plan a card shop with real numbers

A free video: pick the path that fits your money, do the break-even math, and see what distributors check.

The free training: How to write a card shop business plan, with the break-even math

13 min · free

Pick your path: online, a show table or a storefront
Do the break-even math before you sign a lease
Get ready for what distributors check

Real numbers

3 pathsonline, a show table or a storefront

9 sectionsevery card shop plan needs

8 lessonsplan, paperwork, distribution, systems, events

1 calla 30-minute planning call comes with the class

General information, not legal or tax advice. Rules differ by state and city.

What you'll learn

Inside the free training

0:00What it takes to open a card shop
0:34Who we are
1:32Secret 1: The plan is where you find out first
4:34Secret 2: You don't need the hot sealed product
6:31Secret 3: Distribution is a checklist
9:16The Card Shop Launch Masterclass

It's for you if

You're thinking about opening a card shop or a show table
You want the numbers before you spend money
You need to look ready for distributors

It's not for you if

You want a guaranteed income. No plan can promise one.

After the free training

Go further with the Card Shop Launch Masterclass

8 video lessons, about 38 minutes, the downloads, a final exam and your Greedy TCG Certification. You'll see how to unlock it once you've watched.

1Pick your path6 min
2The business plan6 min
3Paperwork and accounts4 min
4Getting distribution5 min
5Location and layout5 min
6Inventory and systems4 min
7Events that bring people back4 min
8Opening month marketing4 min

DownloadBusiness plan template
DownloadOpening budget spreadsheet
DownloadDistributor-readiness checklist

Questions

Is the training really free?

Yes. Enter your first name and email and it plays right away. No card needed.

How long is it?

About 14 minutes. Watch it any time, on any device.

Do I need a storefront to start?

No. The class covers three paths and when it makes sense to move up.

What happens after the free training?

You'll see how to unlock the full Card Shop Launch Masterclass: 8 video lessons, the plan template, budget sheet and distributor checklist, a 30-minute planning call, a final exam, your Greedy TCG Certification and the member perks. The free training is yours either way.

Watch the free training now

13 minutes. Free. It plays right after you sign up.

Prefer to read? The full written guide.