Stop N Pick

Running Stop N Pick over here on Lalbaug Road in New Thippasandra keeps us on our toes. The shop is at 996/882, and if you know this part of town, you know it stays pretty active. We aren't trying to be the biggest store in the world or anything like that. It’s more about being a part of the neighborhood. People pop in for one or two things they forgot, and usually, they end up staying for a five-minute chat about the weather or the local news. Our staff is just a few local guys who know the layout of the place like the back of their hands. The aisles aren't super wide, and sometimes we have boxes stacked in the corners when a new delivery comes in. It gets a bit cramped, but that’s just how it goes when you’re trying to fit everything in. We don't spend money on fancy displays or bright neon signs. The sign we have works just fine. Most days are about checking the inventory and making sure the fridge is actually cold. You learn a lot about people when you see them every day. We’ve watched kids grow up and start coming in on their own to buy snacks. It’s a bit of a routine, but it's our routine. We like the noise of the road and the steady stream of people. It makes the day go by faster when things are moving.