Tools for Success

Tips from our most successful partners.

As small business owners you can learn from each other, lean on each other, and even help each other when you need time off.

Having a back-up or contingency plan for your deliveries is like an insurance policy for your business. It takes the pressure off and keeps your business moving even if you are not there.

Like any start-up business, patience and reasonable expectations are key at the outset. Keep in mind the repetitive nature of subscription delivery is an advantage in gaining momentum and finding efficiencies.

If something is unclear, confusing or unfamiliar, don’t guess or get frustrated. Simply ask — anyone on the PCF team or another delivery business person can give you answers and perspective.

Time is money for your business, so tracking elements of your performance is key to finding efficiencies, making improvements, and generating more revenue.

Access to a reliable vehicle is the lifeblood of your business – the primary tool of a delivery professional’s trade. Breakdowns kill your profits and are dangerous for you and your business. Being on top of vehicle maintenance is a cost of your business. Factor it in; it creates too much risk to ignore.

Revenue for your business comes through a variety of channels. First, it’s the deliveries you make every day. Second are tips from customers you serve. Whether they tip monthly, quarterly, or at holiday time, it can add up quickly if your service is consistent. Having the paper, clean, dry, undamaged, on-time and in a consistent convenient location is tip-worthy service.

Take your business seriously and present yourself in a way that says you want your business to succeed and grow. When opportunities to expand your route and make more money – either temporarily or permanently – you want to be on the “go to” list of providers that are professional and easy to do business with.

With PCF you can earn revenue beyond newspaper delivery on your assigned route. For instance, with good service comes tips. We also have referral program that provides additional monthly income for every DSP you refer who contracts as a DSP. And throughout the year there are voluntary incentive programs that offer opportunities for even more money based on business performance. You can also add other routes, vehicles and team members to your business. And, finally, because PCF operates mostly during early morning, you’ve to the whole day or evening to build your delivery/distribution business anyway that suits you.