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“National Record Mart began when Hyman Shapiro and his sons Sam and Howard opened their first music store in 1937. A tiny storefront in downtown Pittsburgh, they called it Jitterbug Records and sold used jukebox records for a dime apiece.” quote by Anonymous
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““National Record Mart began when Hyman Shapiro and his sons Sam and Howard opened their first music store in 1937. A tiny storefront in downtown Pittsburgh, they called it Jitterbug Records and sold used jukebox records for a dime apiece.””

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Source Book: History of Record Stores, 2020

The first National Record Mart started as a tiny used‑record shop in 1937, showing how big enterprises can begin from modest, family‑run beginnings.

In simple terms: Big businesses can start from small, family‑run shops.

Key Takeaway

Recognize potential in humble origins.

Themes

entrepreneurship family business music industry

Mood

optimistic nostalgic

Type

historical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • starting a small shop
  • expanding a retail chain
  • preserving music heritage
  • building a brand

Key Concepts

growth legacy community economics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small venture could become a major brand?
  • How does family involvement shape business values?
A Different Perspective

Scaling requires capital and market shifts.

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