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Dec 27, 2015 10 years ago
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This lesson contains an ESSAY QUESTION assignment! ** This lesson was written by of Slytherin - she has been awarded 75 House Points!


[img align=left]https://i.imgur.com/S7QTFTk.png[/img]Good day, class. My name is Gillian Tattie and I run The Magic Neep greengrocery in Hogsmeade. Those of you with a taste for my locally renowned turnips may recognize me. I'm here to speak to you today about a career in magical entrepreneurship. Some of you may find that you'd like to be a small business owner after graduation.

Many years ago, I was a Gryffindor with a particular fondness for Herbology, especially studying edible plants. Unfortunately or fortunately depending on your point of view, success was hard to find outside of school for me. After a few lackluster years teaching a class of 8-year-old witches and wizards, I decided to take my chances on an empty storefront in Hogsmeade. The particular space caught my eye because it was very cheap. This was because the shop itself was not large and the plot of land it was on needed much care.

I was very lucky in that my Auntie Rae passed away and left me the sum and parts of her entire spinster existence. Most of it became my startup capital. I bought my shop and spent a year planting a garden and building a tiny greenhouse in the back. My first harvest was a great success thanks to the abundance and tastiness of the turnip crop. I was able to open to a welcoming community because of the villagers and students who missed having a place to buy fresh food to cook with. The Magic Neep is a thriving business today.

I would like to hear your pitches for any kind of space that would flourish in Hogsmeade. Tell me about your dreams and ideas, but take care to keep them well within the bounds of reality. Now go on and take a freshly picked vegetable from my basket.

For 15 house points, please propose a new Hogsmeade business. You must state its name and what goods or services it would provide to the community. Be creative but consider what people need.

Your assignment today is to come up with a brief business plan for a shop located in Hogsmeade. Please keep your answers between 1-4 paragraphs. Please post your answers here behind spoiler tags (if you do not know how to use spoiler tags, please let me know and I'd be happy to help you).

Each student may submit one plan and each business plan will be graded out of 15 House Points. Bonus points may be awarded to particularly creative business plans!

Dec 27, 2015 10 years ago
Rox
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Syrra

Business The shop I would open up in Hogsmeade would be a pet shop, called Fantastical Menagerie and Healing.

It would be a place where the students of Hogwarts can go to when they want to buy a new pet. For those students that have forgotten to buy one when they were doing their shopping before school started or for the students that want to buy another pet.

Besides that it would also be a place where the students can go to learn more about the different pets. There would be workshops where they can see which type of pet would fit them the most.

And last but not least the students also need a place where they can go when they have an ill pet and don't know what to do or when they want to buy some extra things for their pet.

Rox - Gryffindor

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Dec 27, 2015 10 years ago
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Garnet
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Vereesa

The Arcane Apothecary I would love to open an apothecary in Hogsmeade. While having ingredients shops is nice, having an apothecary where one could pick up fresh, professionally prepared potions for all sorts of magical injuries and maladies would be very helpful. I’m sure it would reduce the traffic at St. Mungo’s, too, especially for minor complaints. Because of my affinity for herbology and potions, I believe I could successfully grow most of the ingredients necessary for these potions, and because of my affinity for potions, I believe I could brew them myself at a high quality. I would also do my very best to keep the potions affordable for those less fortunate.

I would have a garden and a greenhouse behind the shop, as well as a small menagerie where I could keep magical creatures to harvest ingredients from as humanely as possible. Inside the shop, likely in the basement, I would have my potion laboratory, where I could brew all of the potions and monitor their progress. I would sell commercially available potions such as Skele-gro, as well as minor potions such as Pepperup potions for colds and calming draughts for those stressed-out students up at Hogwarts.

If the business flourished, I could ask my father - a healer from St. Mungo’s - to come in one day a month to consult with locals who had questions about magical maladies and injuries and didn’t want to or didn’t have the means to make the trip to St. Mungo’s. I could also host classes to teach the community about healing magic and minor fixes they could easily perform in their own homes!

Aderyn Jones // Ravenclaw

(( This was a really cool idea! I never would have thought of something like this. Thank you! It was a lot of fun. :) ))

Dec 27, 2015 10 years ago
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Thanks, I'm glad you like it! c:

Dec 27, 2015 10 years ago
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Tantalizing Tutors by Kendra Krum in Hufflepuff Having trouble learning a potion? Can't remember which way to wave your wand for a certain spell? Need help forcing all of that information about Muggles into your small, stupid beautiful brain? Look no further than Tantalizing Tutors, the place to go if you need a leg-up in your studies (or if you're just plain bad at it). At Tantalizing Tutors, there's experts in each field of study at Hogwarts, including Herbology, Potions, Defense Against the Dark Arts, Muggle Studies, and more! Come on in, choose the study you need help with, answer a few questions about yourself, and we'll match you up with a Tantalizing Tutor who will meet with you one-on-one in private study rooms to help you become the best witch or wizard imaginable!

Alongside our expert Tutors, we have a shop where you can buy supplies to help you with your studies. Our inventory of magical items are sure to help you get ahead of the game! If you've gone through hours and hours of Tantalizing Tutoring and are still a hopeless sad sack little iffy on some things, we have products like the Peeping Pencil, which automatically copies the answers of the smartest person in your class, the Invisible Ink Temporary Tattoo, custom made to order to include all of the answers to the questions that will be on your exam, and, if those fail to help, we have the Crying Cage, which muffles the sounds of your tears after you've failed your exam.

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Dec 27, 2015 10 years ago
Chook_865
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SPOILER (click to toggle) I have noticed that witches and wizards love their food and drink, especially gourmet products, and therefore a shop that specializes in delicacies and rare items of this nature is needed in Hogsmeade. I would call the business Delightful Delights and it would supply only the rarest and finest prepared foods and drinks to the community. I personally would go to source these items and only the most delicious would be acceptable. These would have to be flown in daily so freshness and quality can be guaranteed. The shop itself would be decorated in gold to symbolize great excellence and superiority.


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Dec 28, 2015 10 years ago
gatorgirl
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Kikstar

Gobstones Emporium Peering through the stained-glass doors squeals of joy and laughter of hopeful children would be heard through out the square.

Lining the shelves of the Gobstones Emporium would be toys muggles and wizards alike could enjoy. Snitch Snatchers, Screaming Yo-yo's, Toy broomsticks; amongst a number of heirlooms and antique Dissected Maps crammed onto the overcrowded shelves. Unique board games, Teddy Bears and Toy Hippogriffs would provide children hours of enjoyment.

Gryffindor House

Dec 28, 2015 10 years ago
ChatLunatique
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Lorenna

[Spoiler=Chalcedony]I would open a gem and mineral shop, selling gems, rocks, fossils and crystals for all your magical needs. Crystals for scrying, meditation, healing, or just looking pretty. Gems and gem powders for potions and philters. What ever you need, if it comes from the earth, you'd be able to find it in Chalcedony.[/spoiler]


Dec 29, 2015 10 years ago
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Kuriosity

Business The business i would open in Hogsmade would be called Magic Touch

The business would consist of having newer magical technology and they would be available to sell to everyone. For example one of the technology we sell would have a way to not only call your friends but transport you to their location, however each transport uses up your battery life and you will need to charge it right away!

We would have a desk in back for repairs as well.

MG
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Dec 30, 2015 10 years ago
Literature
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Jon Snow

My business My shop will be a shop dedicated to selling toys, games, and clothing for children. The name of my shop is Wizardlings and it is a specialty shop that sells safe magical items for young children.

The witches and wizards that work there specialize in every age group from birth up to 13 years old. Each section of the store is dedicated to certain ages, so it is easy to find what you need based on who you are shopping for.

Within the store there is a play area for young children to be dropped off in while their parents shop. The play place is incredibly intricate with many physical activities for the kids to explore all while supervised by qualified witches and wizards.

My business will provide parents with peach of mind when shopping for their kids. We are a one stop shop, where you can get everything you need for your young witch or wizard. Our employees are trained experts, and will help you in every way they can.

Charlotte - Ravenclaw

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Dec 30, 2015 10 years ago
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Dim Sum

Business Plan I would open a business called Plumpton Pass, where locals and visitors could rent a quidditch arena for practice or games. Startup and recreational teams who don't have the money to build their old pitches would be able to play in a professional setting for a small fee. Since Hogwarts only has one pitch, teams could train here during their visits. Parents could bring their children here when they're learning to fly in order to build good flying habits.

The pitch would include all practical quidditch features: a standard-quality area, spectator towers, all quidditch balls and materials, and two team locker rooms. We would also rent out a variety of broomsticks (including Bluebottles, Comets, Firebolts, and Turbos). This rental would allow users to try out brooms before buying them at partnering stores. Extra features would include food and drink catering and an optional weatherproofing charm to block out undesired weather conditions. Qualified instructors would offer individual and team lessons, suggesting improvements that can be made for better performance.

Elune, Ravenclas

I've loving everyone's entries! ❤️ This was a really neat assignment, .

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Jan 1, 2016 10 years ago
Tardis
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Business Plan I love to bake and read while cuddled up next to a warm fire with a nice cup of tea. I would open a bake and coffee shop and name it The Sweet Spot. All the cookies, cakes, scones, croissants, etc would be made from scratch every morning and only the best quality teas and coffees along with lattes, and all those good things in several different flavors will be served. Then I would decorate the shop in a warm and comforting atmosphere. Lot's of large arm chairs, love seats, and tons of soft and warm blankets. And right in middle of the shop, there will be a large open hearth with a consent roaring fire. And there will be a large assortment of different types of books, both muggle and wizard. And during the summer, I would make fresh ice cream that would come in both regular and lactose free and in many different flavors as well. And the ice cream can be added to the baked goods if wanted (ice cream sandwiches, cake and ice cream, etc).

Amelia Tudor, Hufflepuff

Jan 2, 2016 10 years ago
Paddy
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Night

SPOILER (click to toggle) It'd have to be a Lycanthropy supply store - hidden under the guise of a "Moon Pie" cafe (as I wouldn't be certain that the older locals would be willing to live next to a shop that was known to be frequented by werewolves).

For the regular magical folk, a selection of food and drinks, with the room themed to a traditional English tea room. As an addition for the werewolves, extra-rare meat would be an option, also a bottles of freshly brewed Wolfsbane potion (brewed by local Potions Masters), plus small packs of healing remedies and potions (as it gets embarrassing to keep going to St Mungos each month).

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Jan 3, 2016 10 years ago
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Thanks! Reading these is fun.

Don't forget to name your "cafe." ;)

Jan 4, 2016 10 years ago
Gabriela
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Audrey Hepburn

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Do you miss home and the comforts of home. Here in the Library, you can chat,play,and watch television shows and movies. We have comfy chairs and all types of video games and movies. We will show Non-muggle born how to use these artifacts and don't worry about breakage, all items are spelled bound to not break. We also serve Popcorn and other muggle snacks your heart desires. Outside food and beverages are welcome.
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Jan 4, 2016 10 years ago
Paddy
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Night

whoops, I knew I missed out something! edits my post and adds that in :D

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Jan 10, 2016 10 years ago Official
Mary
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Wattlebird

[img align=left]https://i.imgur.com/S7QTFTk.png[/img]I really enjoyed reading all of your plans! I hope to see some of these shops alongside mine one day.

@ Rox earned 15 points for Gryffindor! @ Garnet earned 15 points for Ravenclaw! earned 20 points for Hufflepuff! 5 bonus points were awarded, as I find that this is a particularly great idea and takes full advantage of proximity to the school! earned 15 points for Gryffindor! earned 15 points for Gryffindor! earned 15 points for Slytherin! earned 15 points for Gryffindor! earned 15 points for Ravenclaw! earned 15 points for Ravenclaw! earned 15 points for Hufflepuff! earned 15 points for Gryffindor! earned 15 points for Ravenclaw!

Jan 10, 2016 10 years ago
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Adelay_654

xD Thank you!

Jan 15, 2016 10 years ago
FENNEC
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Pet Luxuries Where all of your pet fantasies come true! Want a pet castle for your cats? We got it! Want cat yarn that's actually edible and safe with different flavors? We have it! Want a aparment cage for your birds big enough for them to fly about? We gotcha back! Want clothes to go on your favorite pig? We gotcha covered! Want a fire hydrant that is an edible treat for your dog or puppy, big or small sizes? We got that! Want fireworks that work underwater for a great underwater display for your fish? We got it! So come on down to Pet Luxuries today!

Hannah, Ravenclaw.

Jan 21, 2016 10 years ago
ItachiSiller
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Krios Gemini

Cinematic Adventures Have you ever wanted to feel the movie or be certain characters in the movie? Or do you need a new place to go on those girls/bro nights? Well we have the place for you. Come on down to Cinematic Adventures where the films they show in the muggle world are made better in the wizard world.

You put on a set of goggles that sync with you magically to your brain so that you can feel the movie before you. There are different modes so that you don't have to be to emerged into the film if you don't want to be. Also, we offer a tour of muggle/wizard theater tools from the first movie reel to the most up to date tools.

We also provide franchising for other Entrepreneur's to jump on board with our theaters, all across the wizarding world.

Itachi of Slytherin.

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