Investing energy early in the process is crucial to setting the community's expectations of your business. This helps you integrate into the community and avoid becoming a tool of gentrification.
While these steps won't yield immediate returns, building intentional relationships early sets you up for long-term success and shows genuine intention to invest in the area.
The actions below can be adapted for any range of time and can help you determine if this is truly the right place, market, and time to open.
If you are implementing any of these action steps and would like to discuss ideas, brainstorm solutions, or troubleshoot with a virtual community of like-minded folks, we encourage you to join our Discord server and post about your work in the #gentrification-hospitality channel.
Great job! You’re setting a solid foundation for your business’ longevity in this community. Let’s maintain the momentum — head to the next section: Between Signing A Lease and Opening!
Between Signing A Lease and Opening
Investing in the Community’s Future
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