Small Business - February 2007

In the next 10 years my spouse and I plan on opening up a restaurant/cafe. I need to learn the 'business' side of it and I've started college, however I think it's not going to help as much as on-the-job-training. What would you recommend??

Getting a job as a manager and ACTUALLY use these next few years doing hands-on learning?

Or..

Go to college? And get 'ojt'.

2007-02-09 13:36:50 · 5 answers · asked by me 3

I was thinking something like Mary kay, what do you think?

2007-02-09 13:31:17 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-09 13:30:28 · 7 answers · asked by Troy P 2

2007-02-09 13:16:54 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am hoping to start up an eatery (almost like a deli) business and I am wondering how much money (in Canadain curency) it would cost to start up a business. I live in the suburbs so it should be easier. I want mostly numbers, but info would also be good and if possible tell me how you figured it out (list sources). Also if posible, spread it out into categories. e.g. how much does it cost to rent the building? how much does it cost to get the minimum amount of equipment, how much does it cost to hire employees and how many etc.

2007-02-09 13:15:54 · 1 answers · asked by Weedman 3

want to know about how much does it takes in capita to have starting not big neither small a regular nightclub or lounge bar

2007-02-09 12:14:29 · 3 answers · asked by manny_1128 1

2007-02-09 12:13:57 · 4 answers · asked by Corinne 2

2007-02-09 12:06:04 · 6 answers · asked by Nikki 1

I live in California. I want to open small business i.e restaurant or coffee shop... I would like to know in advance who are the customers that live near there, how many other competitors within 2 miles radius...etc.

Can you point out the company or website that I can go to for this type of info?

2007-02-09 11:39:25 · 1 answers · asked by philip 1

I live in Georgetown, Kentucky and I am thinking about quitting my job to babysit in my home. I hate my desk job and I love working with children. (I worked in a daycare for 2 years and have been babysitting for about 10 years.) I've looked into this previously so I'm not really looking for 'How To.' I know about licensure, child/adult ratio, etc. I'm just wondering - in your experience - what were the pros and cons to doing this type of work? My biggest concern at this point is about getting sick, having a family emergency, wanting to take a vacation, that kind of thing. It won't be as easy to do since the parents would just be stuck if I wasn't available. Any advice or suggestions? Thank you!

2007-02-09 11:33:01 · 4 answers · asked by Sarah C 2

i would like to start an e-bay business who can suggest me good sources to buy cheap goods?

2007-02-09 11:21:14 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm launching a nonprofit within the year. I have 10 members/workers. We are looking for a large scale fundraiser that will bring in over $10,000 for charity. What kind of events would you suggest (things like carnivals and 5ks)?

2007-02-09 10:19:31 · 3 answers · asked by John Q. Public 1

Please provide me with any information that you know about owning a small coffee shop in the DC area. I will also will like to know if there is a good website i can go to to find information about this business. Serious answers only thanks!

2007-02-09 10:15:45 · 3 answers · asked by Lady-bug 2

2007-02-09 09:47:26 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I's like to set up a separate virtual business phone number and have all the phones to be directed to my home phone number. Is there such services?

2007-02-09 09:45:30 · 5 answers · asked by SFJohnWang 2

2007-02-09 09:13:46 · 9 answers · asked by biggzz 1

I have an idea of a store where you can walk in and choose X amount of gift items, the type of basket or bag you would like, and have it nicely put together for you while you enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks. Prices would be based on the number and type of items you choose. The atmosphere will be more like a spa instead of a cheap Dollar store.

2007-02-09 09:10:28 · 4 answers · asked by Resse 2

2007-02-09 08:52:19 · 8 answers · asked by taknachance123 1

I am starting my own business selling personalized invitations, note cards, note pads, etc. and I cannot come up with a Great business name that isn't already taken, got any idea's?? I would like something different and unique...

2007-02-09 08:37:35 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Our real estate firm has planned a limited investment opportunity involving a fixed 35% ROI, a 100-day term, all backed by equity in real property.
What type of professional might you recommend for us to use to market this opportunity correctly? Financial adviser? Fund manager? Attorney?
This is only a temporary offer that we will be making available over the next several weeks, but we still want to be sure to do it correctly and efficiently. We also want to be sure that when we start advertising the offer, that we are in compliance with any S.E.C. rules that would apply.
Any responses or emails with your input would be appreciated.

2007-02-09 08:26:43 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

What are some good websites that I can look at to get some Free! advertisings? thanks for the help...

2007-02-09 08:17:54 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I want it to be a restuarant before say 8:30 and then close for half an hour and reopen as a nightclub. Any tips on this?
Also, I want to open it in New York City, if possible. What is the chance of this failing? Any tips to keep it from failing?

2007-02-09 07:35:51 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-09 06:59:50 · 2 answers · asked by nipsy3 2

I put a book up for sale and then later got a better offer from a friend I know, I dont want to sell the book any more, how do i take it off?
I have one bidder.

...help...I have 3 days...

2007-02-09 06:47:17 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I would like to start a business making custom invitations, birth announcements, etc. but have no idea where to start. Does anybody give me the what my first step would be. Ebay has been mentioned but I'm not familiar with that either. Do I just post my completed work for a price.

Any information would be greatly appreciated.

2007-02-09 06:19:03 · 7 answers · asked by emmal0123 1

I'm a normal college student, with normal wants/needs and a normal budget, which means I have nothing.

I'm always told that I'm gifted at being a videographer and I am beginning to consider using my talents for a source of income, I would do events and weddings to start.

I was wondering if there was someone who could point me in the right direction of where to start, or if there is someone who has experience in this trade.

Any help would be most appreaciated.

2007-02-09 06:12:11 · 3 answers · asked by ajmiester_22 2

Hi- I am the owner of a small business and I use Quickbooks. I started out freelancing and now I have so many projects that i have another consultant working with me. Our hours are billable on some projects and some projects are set rates.

How am I supposed tobe doing payroll? Are we supposed to get a certain percentage- say 45% of the project in as checks and the the rest goes into the business account? And do I remove expenses first- for example- If I found the project on a site that charges monthly access fees, do i remove those fees before processing payroll?

2007-02-09 06:05:31 · 4 answers · asked by BeautyMark 2

I am an factory manager in new company.In general duty
in 8hrs Morning and evening Tea comman for all Industries
in India.This tea facilities are not welfare.It refresh and boost our workers energy.Our company M.D calculating wasting times(10 mts-tea time/total mor/eve-20mts)He did not ready to provide the tea.As a Manager explained maximum(HRD fails production output will be suffer)but,it
vain.workers threatening (stop the works)me.What will do?
Your answer should be practical.

2007-02-09 05:58:36 · 3 answers · asked by geetha.m 1

We will be selling:
Clothing-
Purses-
Shoes-
DVDs-
Books-
Cd's-
Home goods-
Jewlery-
Toys-
Kitchen Appliances.

Which things do you think should be put on the flyer to attract the biggest crowd?
Thank you in advance for your answers!

2007-02-09 05:27:40 · 5 answers · asked by Sofia Aleka 2

i'm going to open an online shop selling handcrafted items such as: jewelry, handbags, baby items, personal and home accessories....which name do you like better...
sparkle-rama
or
forever sparkles

(i'm open to other suggestions as well, but would like the world "sparkles" to be in the name)
thanks!

2007-02-09 05:23:08 · 7 answers · asked by SNAP! 4