I'm wanting to start my own business?

Question

I am currently trying to start my own small business and would really appreciate any advice on where to start. I've got so many idea's running through my head and i just dont know how to put them together. Also are there any web sites where i can download free business plans. Many thanks in advance.

Answer 1

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.

Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can. Here are some book titles that are relevant:

* How to Really Start Your Own Business, Fourth Edition by David E. Gumpert
* How to Really Create a Successful Business Plan: Step-by-Step Guide by David E. Gumpert
* What No One Ever Tells You about Starting Your Own Business: Real-Life Start-Up Advice from 101 Successful Entrepreneurs (What No One Ever Tells You About Starting Your Own Business) by Jan Norman
* Business Start-Up Kit by Steven D. Strauss
* Start Your Own Business (Entrepreneur Magazine's Start Up) by Rieva Lesonsky

There are plenty of free informational resources out there. Check the source box for links to articles.

Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!

Answer 2

Starting your own business is hard. You first need to decide what you want to do. Do you want to do something your passionate about but may not have a good market in your area; or are you soley in it for the money. If you are only in it for the money you should probably take a look at what your area needs. If you have seven pizza places in your area, you probably don't need one. You might have to do some general marketing research to see what your town is missing. At the end of the day you need to be able to answer these questions...Why would anyone come into my store and spend their money there versus another store, even if it's not of the same type of business. Also, what's in it for them? What can you offer than nobody else can.

Once you've decided all of that, if you need a small business loan you will need to create a marketing plan. I suggest buying a book or downloadable plan to help you. You'll also need to hire an accountant who can help you get a business license and give you accurate information on how to keep the books.

It's hard work but probably well worth it. I've researched doing this several times, just never got up the nerve. Good luck.

Answer 3

I just started my own business too. I use officelive they are free to use. And free is always good. Below is my site you can look at the get ideas or what not.

Answer 4

Go to http://www.score.org/ to find the nearest SCORE chapter. In the upper left hand corner is a box to enter your zip code. Your nearest SCORE chapter will be on the next screen. Contact them to arrange for a free one on one meeting with a SCORE counselor about start8ing your own business.

SCORE is a nonprofit organization. They provide a public service by offering small business advice and training. .

SCORE's 10,500 volunteers have more than 600 business skills. Volunteers share their wisdom and lessons learned in business. The volunteers are working/retired business owners, executives and corporate leaders.

Go to http://www.sba.gov/starting_business/ or http://www.bplan.com/ where you will find sample plans and instructions on how to write a business plan

Answer 5

Great to have great ideas.However have you heard of Affiliate Marketing?It'sa concept that have been used for few years by many companies.If you want to know more email me.
Thanks.

Answer 6

I am in the same situation, so if you get some good ideas let me know. Are you in Florida?
melissa_assist@yahoo

Answer 7

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