Small Business - May 2007

I guess I need to tell you a bit about me so we can narrow this down.

I will graduate this fall with a B.S. in psychology from Illinois tech. I have relevant work experience in survey data and stats for some big name companies.

I also managed computer labs and other employees. I worked on a project for Calamos investments and I'm currently interning at a multicultural marketing agency in downtown Chicago. Lastly, I'm bilingual.

I really don't know how much a person with my skills is worth. Salary.com makes the amounts fluctuate way too much. I have tried to network but I haven't made any relevant connections. My resume is up on monster and career builder. I had a couple of job offers in which they wanted me to drop out from school and work for them full time. I turned them down.

Any suggestions on what else I could do? This is really frightening to me. My friend graduated 6 months ago in business and he is working at the mall for 6.50 an hour.

2007-05-28 18:36:02 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

My Dad wants me to set up a web site for his business, but I don't really know how. Help?

2007-05-28 16:57:38 · 5 answers · asked by Angel M 2

2007-05-28 15:57:33 · 3 answers · asked by farbmans 2

I am a psychology fellow (aka: soon to be licensed psychologist) in a private group practice. I do not earn a salary. The practice is reimbursed by the insurance companies for my services. Then the practice issues me a paycheck every other week. The amount of my paychecks varies from week to week but usually not more than a few hundred dollars. I receive a 1099 and pay estimated taxes quarterly. I pay my own malpractice insurance and have health insurance through my spouse. Most major business and office expenses are paid for by the practice.

I usually tell people that I am self-employed but I'm wondering if there is a more accurate term to describe my situation. Plus, lenders to give me hard time about it due to the unpredictable and inconsistent pay.

2007-05-28 15:50:22 · 6 answers · asked by Vintheland 2

I live in Miami and would like to set up a service AT the beach. I'm thinking along the lines of just putting a cheap canopy with a portable generator to do what I want to do.

Are there taxes/is it legal to do this on a public beach?

2007-05-28 15:49:14 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am thinking about starting a painting company. There is allot of demand for it in the area I live and I have 5 years experience. Where do I begin????

2007-05-28 15:32:15 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

The family is thinking of opening a Chick-Fil-A franchise in our hometown. We know that it is a privately run chain, which is not traded publically. We know that it is influenced by the Christian faith in its operation.

I was wondering. Should the company consider me and my location good for a restaurant opening venture, how much would the start up cost be? I mean, franchising fee, training, machinery and equipment, etc?

a good and valid estimate with a good source will help tremendously.

2007-05-28 14:54:42 · 1 answers · asked by Mr. Joshua 3

2007-05-28 13:51:52 · 4 answers · asked by lord_andys_new_id 1

I have always wonder how people get the food stands at festivals or special events places. What's all involve, cost, permits, etc.? Anyone has experience in this area, please advise. Thank you so much in advance.

2007-05-28 13:27:41 · 1 answers · asked by Lena Kay M 2

i set up a site on ebay wich cant be found what can i do

2007-05-28 13:22:17 · 2 answers · asked by CINDYLOU 4

I am 17 years old and in high school. I've been researching things to make me stand out on college applications. I often see "start a business". I was wondering, if I started a website online, and started selling my used cd's, books, movies etc...is that legal? Or is it illegal to resell them in that way. Any information would be helpful.

Thanks

2007-05-28 10:34:02 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I really would appreciate it if you'd help me. I'm looking for something that shows my job (dog walking) and is creative. Thanks!

2007-05-28 09:56:18 · 6 answers · asked by Sam 2

Where do I start or what should I think about now or in the future if I have a goal to make money? Any things I shouldn't do or should do etc. Any tips or ways of thinking that could help me. Any ideas? HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2007-05-28 06:01:04 · 24 answers · asked by Rich360 2

2007-05-28 05:25:21 · 6 answers · asked by blackwallstreet157 1

2007-05-28 04:14:54 · 6 answers · asked by sona 1

I was thinking of selling at the flea market on the weekends and selling on ebay also. probably girly stuff like candles, jewelry, maybe purses maybe hippie chick skirts what do you think? anyone with experience doing this themselves?

2007-05-27 17:11:55 · 4 answers · asked by jessilovesming 2

I'm 14 years old and I love to shop! Unfortionatly, my parents no longer want to pay for my clothes and other wants, so i need money of my own; how do i get money (fast) at 14?! I babysit ocasionally but dont get a lot of jobs. What are some jobs 14 year-olds can have, what are other ways to make money?

2007-05-27 17:04:47 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

Just trying to get some info on how to actually start a Bar/Restaurant. I already know how to get the liquer liscense and what the cost is. I just need so info on finances and what kind of places you go to get the appliances and furniture. I'd like to start a little bar that also sells a little bit of food.

2007-05-27 16:51:05 · 2 answers · asked by BillabongRider 2

How do I send the winning bidder a grand total.when I want to send them an invoice it shows up as one item?

2007-05-27 14:43:41 · 1 answers · asked by J's leather emporium 3

Basically I have a normal non demanding job. I'm pretty experienced at repairing Air conditioners, heating units and the like. I already own all the tools needed and have the means to purchase any repair parts I need to repair peoples AC units on my own. My questions are how do I go about doing this on my own? What about taxes and licensing? I don't have a business license or insurance. I was thinking of just running an ad in the paper or on craigslist to get a few clients. I'm not looking at a full time job here just a little extra on the side. Are there any legalities I should be worried about? Any liabilities? I know the job but I just don't know a lot about the business side of it. I want to start small and if it works out it can grow to something bigger. I'm in the state of Virginia if that helps and would appreciate any advice on where to look for answers.

2007-05-27 14:35:10 · 8 answers · asked by Brian 6

Has anyone had any dealings with this company? I like the idea as I don't really have a good mastery of the computer.
However, you have to be careful these days as there are so many companies promising big things and then not delivering.

2007-05-27 13:51:26 · 1 answers · asked by bryan m 4

2007-05-27 13:05:19 · 3 answers · asked by peter2156 2

I am a small biz start-up and I need to know what procedures to do to sell legitimately. Basically incorporation, licensing, and so-on.

2007-05-27 12:28:25 · 5 answers · asked by Drew 1

is it just a buyers market ,
Eevery time i,ve tried to sell something half decent ,it sells for a fraction of it,s worth..

2007-05-27 11:35:28 · 13 answers · asked by john0707 1

Could someone give me an example of the above statement. I will be using the above reference with a real life example of my own for Business class but I want to be sure I know what it is saying.

2007-05-27 11:15:42 · 2 answers · asked by Marie Q 2

I'm a 13 year old girl who is a serious dancer. Next March, my studio is attending a big event in California for a week and I am dying to go. The trouble is, my studio goes every 2 years, and my parents want me to wait until 11th grade. All of my friends are going this year, and I will do anything to go. I need to raise $400 in a few weeks, and $2000 by next February. I've already done the standard baby-sitting flyers and asked around for yard work, but it isn't enough. I am semi-busy during the summer with a few very-low pay jobs, but I really need to come up with this money. I can't do the newspaper route, our nieghborhood is already set, and as for the yard sale, if we have one, all the money is going to my older sister's college tuition next year. Please help! I need suggestions!

2007-05-27 06:46:07 · 3 answers · asked by Becca 2

I own a consulting company formed as an LLC. Should I pay myself as an employee of my company or as a contractor of my company? What are the advantages/disadvantages of each? Thanks!

2007-05-27 04:23:46 · 2 answers · asked by TuKu 2

I know that most of the Country is Corrupt but I'm willing to take a chance. My wife is filipina and very trust worthy so i don't have to worry about that.

2007-05-27 04:09:40 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

i cant have a "job" like at target.

I'm looking for ideas like "babysitting".

thanks!

2007-05-27 03:54:55 · 3 answers · asked by .:.:.Mizz_undaStood.:.:. 4

Thanks Friends

2007-05-27 02:40:21 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous