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One of the greatest fears for any independent shop owner is the introduction of a big box store. Historically, the big box store was the death of the downtown shopping area. Today, however, many consumers have a greater respect and understanding of the importance of supporting local businesses. But this doesn’t always mean that their support can keep a business afloat. So how do you compete with the big box stores? In short, be better than them: from customer service, to the products and product knowledge you provide.