Shopkeeper

The owner of a small shop, market stall, or perhaps restaurant. Usually self-employed, but may be the manager running the shop on behalf of the owner. Possibly family-run, with relations also working on the premises, with normally few, if any, employees.

The 1920s saw many women opening their own hairdressing and millinery shops.

Occupation Skill Points: EDU × 2 + (APP × 2 or DEX × 2)

Credit Rating: 20–40

Suggested Contacts: Local residents and businesses, local police, local government, customers.

Skills: Accounting, two interpersonal skills (Charm, Fast Talk, Intimidate, or Persuade), Electrical Repair, Listen, Mechanical Repair, Psychology, Spot Hidden.

Type

Retail

Famous in the Field

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