2006-07-18 16:52:53 · 6 answers · asked by yolandita 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
The best routes to take are to research the process of starting a business as well as the industry you're interested in.
I recommend checking out the SBA, Entrepreneur, The Start Up Journal & Nolo. All 4 are great informational resources for the new/small business owner. I posted links for you in the source box.
Associations may be a good avenue to explore as well. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links.
Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can about the industry. Here are some book titles that are relevant:
* How to Start a Home-Based Event Planning Business by Jill Moran
* Start Your Own Event Planning Business: Your Step by Step Guide to Success by Krista Turner
* The Essential Event Planning Kit by Godfrey Harris
* Start & Run an Event-Planning Business by Cindy Lemaire
I also posted links to some free articles in the source box.
Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!
2006-07-19 03:37:52 · answer #1 · answered by TM Express™ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-07-19 09:35:11 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Compared to offline businesses, the investment required to start an online business is minimal. A popular way of earning money on the internet is by providing information and services. This can be monetised by advertising or charging a subscription. You can also make money online by selling products on auction websites like eBay or through your own website. More information available at http://tinyurl.com/syw6m
2006-07-21 03:57:07 · answer #3 · answered by lalraniusha 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Join a planners group. Join your Chamber of Commerce. Attend their events. Network, network, network. Develop a brochure and send it to various hotels, associations and other organizations you want to work with and follow up with calls or in-person visits, depending on what's appropriate for your area.
2006-07-18 17:24:23 · answer #4 · answered by Angela B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Register as a Professional. Then do your marketing and Start offering your services. When you have enough money coming in, hire others with similar talents as you and get them to help you grow your business name.. then grow grow grow.. :)..
2006-07-18 16:57:27 · answer #5 · answered by desixraja 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start out by getting with you local or area chamber of commerce locations.
2006-07-18 16:56:07 · answer #6 · answered by cajundude 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋