Embark on an entrepreneurial journey in Garton Town with this micro-business simulation! Manage your own fresh juice shop, mastering all aspects of business ownership, from accounting and resource management to production and employee hiring. This game, adapted from the classic Business Games of the German Sparkassenstiftung for International Cooperation (DSIK) and funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), provides a comprehensive and engaging experience mirroring real-world business challenges and opportunities.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Business Management: Handle all facets of running a juice shop, honing your financial and entrepreneurial skills. Make crucial decisions regarding hiring, menu planning, supplier selection, and financial strategies.
• Realistic Business Simulation: This game offers a realistic portrayal of the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, allowing you to learn from your successes and failures in a safe environment.
• Financial Literacy Focus: Develop your understanding of revenue calculation, risk assessment, investment planning, loan management, and more. Make informed financial decisions to build a thriving business.
• Team Management: Hire and manage employees with diverse skill sets, optimizing your workforce to meet your business needs and budget.
• Business Expansion: Network at the Social Club, secure investments, expand your shop, diversify your offerings, and grow your customer base.
• Supplier Relationships: Build strong relationships with your suppliers to negotiate favorable deals and foster a collaborative business environment.

Game Mechanics:

• Start Your Adventure: Explore Garton Town, utilize the Shopping Center, connect at the Social Club, and secure loans from Garton’s Sparkasse.
• Inventory Management: Set competitive market prices, invest in equipment, diversify your product offerings, and maintain sufficient stock to satisfy customer demand.
• Financial Growth: Learn to effectively manage your finances, balancing risk and reward to achieve sustainable growth.
• Team Building: Assemble a skilled team and delegate tasks efficiently.
• Business Growth: Network to secure investments and expand your business footprint.

Beyond the Juice Shop:

After establishing a successful business, expand your experience by managing a household budget in the companion Savings Game, available at http://onelink.to/s7fn2b.

Learn More:

• DSIK: https://www.sparkassenstiftung.de/en
• Micro-Business Game Workshops: https://www.sparkassenstiftung.de/en/business-games/products/micro-business-game
• Phantasm Solutions: https://www.phantasm.biz/

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• DSIK: Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/www.sparkassenstiftung.de), LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/deutsche-sparkassenstiftung-fuer-internationale-kooperation/mycompany/)
• Phantasm Solutions: Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/phantasmsolutions), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/phantasmsolutions/)

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What's New (Version 2.4): Turkish language support added (Last updated Dec 5, 2024)