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If you're running a mobile service, pop-up shop or a business from your home, these are the essentials from product photography to taking payments

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Whether you're running a mobile store, a pop-up shop, or selling online from your home, there are certain tools every small business owner needs. In this collection, I've explored the essentials for each step, from marketing and shipping gear to POS devices for taking cash, card, and phone payments.

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As someone who's done his fair share of online selling (and served plenty of customers during my time in retail - always with a smile, of course), I've picked out what I'd consider the bare necessities for delivering outstanding service.

Because every workflow is different, I've included the handheld Square Terminal, which is suitable for stores, trucks, and dining environments - it's a versatile device that streamlines the checkout experience for you and your customers, wherever they are. But I've also added the always-required receipt rolls (you don't want to run out of those) and something I think most small businesses should invest in: the DJI Oso mobile stabilizer, which offers a great way to take professional photos and videos on your phone to help market your products. Check out the full round-up below or use the links in the box out to jump to a section.

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Best Buy is offering a range of point-of-sale solutions on Square's mobile payment devices, from portable picks like the Square Terminal and Square Reader to fixed countertop POS systems such as the Square Register.

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Steve Clark
Steve Clark
B2B Editor - Creative & Hardware

Steve is B2B Editor for Creative & Hardware at TechRadar Pro, helping business professionals equip their workspace with the right tools. He tests and reviews the software, hardware, and office furniture that modern workspaces depend on, cutting through the hype to zero in on the real-world performance you won't find on a spec sheet. He is a relentless champion of the Oxford comma.