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Source: Pixabay, CC0 Public Domain I m fortunate to have a successful career coaching practice. But if I needed to start a business, here are some I d consider that might appeal to Psychology Today readers. Perhaps one might interest you or trigger an idea of your own. MentorMatch. Many people wish they had a mentor. Others wish they could mentor someone. Enter…
How ideal would it be to see a product shown on your television screen and be able to purchase it right at that moment? While it may seem rather futuristic, it really is not, according to Eyebuy co-founder Paul Mijac, who pitched the idea Wednesday night to several hundred attendees of the third Grand Strand Technology Council (GSTC) Pitch Night. Mijac was one…
The possibilities are endless but the selection process can be easier. I started 5 successful businesses in my 70+ years applying these three rules: 1. Pick a business and/or a location that has little or no competition. This can also mean that you pick some aspect of an existing business that is not being served - for instance, rather than compete with dozens…
Use a business plan to help guide and grow your business. business plan 2 10509 image by pablo from Fotolia.com Starting a business is an exciting time for individuals who have always aspired to leave their 9-to-5 jobs and build businesses they can call their own. Entrepreneurs are faced with many challenges as they start their businesses - from planning to marketing…
By: Jeff Cascione, Vice President, Business Lending, Navigant Credit Union Starting a business is incredibly difficult – so is growing a business, expanding a business, moving a business and keeping a business afloat. Long story short: Owning and operating your own business is not an easy task. So, how do people do it? Step 1: Have an idea Whether you’re an aspiring…
We don t need to tell you that getting your small business startup running is difficult and time-consuming. You need to obtain financing, lease an office, find customers, establish business credit and hire the right people. But while you re juggling all this, don t put off critical tasks such as securing your data, guarding your inventions or ideas, managing…
Have you always wanted to start your own business? Do you have a lot of business ideas but don’t know which one to pursue? Don’t worry because you’re not alone. According to Gallup, Inc, 25% of American adults have dreamed of starting their own business but have not yet taken the plunge. Step 1: Make a list of what you’re passionate and committed to This step…
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Nurture children with an in-home day care business. baby with hands to you image by Pavel Losevsky from Fotolia.com Running a day care business can be emotionally rewarding and financially lucrative. One of the hardest parts of starting an in-home day care may be the planning, as there are many decisions to make before you start. Jotting down your ideas for what…
What do Apple Computer, Hershey s, Mary Kay Cosmetics, and the Ford Motor Company have in common? These well-known corporations all started out as home-based businesses. In fact, more than half of all U.S. businesses are based out of an owner s home. Starting a home-based business has many rewards as well as challenges. This guide provides resources that will…
You’re about to launch your online store (or maybe you just launched) – congratulations! It takes perseverance and passion to get to the point you’re at. However, as you know, business ownership is a constant flood of satisfying milestones coupled with expanding to-do lists. With your launch, you’ll need to get on top of the accounting tasks that come along with…
This post may contain affiliate links. However, I only recommend companies and services I trust. Starting a small business is relatively easy if you have an idea in your head on what you want it to be about. The real test in strength comes to putting that business into the public eye and making a success of whatever you are selling, whether its products or services…
Maximizing sponsorship revenue requires balancing quantity with quality. Images When you’re opening a new business, funding dictates how much money you have to pay for a location, initiate marketing and promotional activities, hire staff and purchase supplies and equipment. Small-business owners who want to maximize their start-up funding come up with a variety…
Illinois investors looking for new ways to put their money to work could get their wish in 2016 as new laws allow crowdfunding of startups and small businesses. State and federal laws passed in 2015 mean the same everyday Americans who have backed video games and kitchen gadgets on platforms such as Kickstarter will be able to put thousands of dollars into building…
Please include attribution to StartBloggingOnline with this graphic. 1. Determine Your Target Market Your target market will show you the kind of customers you will market and eventually deal to. This is very important for startups. Know their needs and match it with your product/service. 2. Figure Out the Problem Make sure your product/service is able to resolve…
Thinking about starting a small business? Nervous about what industries can bear more competition? You’re wise to consider that. So we did extensive research to see what small businesses are doing well and seem to be ripe for revenue opportunities. Citing different sources, we compiled a list of businesses that are hot right now. To learn more about each, click…
A lot of entrepreneurs do not want to start a business in debt. The idea of going through the traditional loan process can be difficult and discouraging to those ready to hit the ground running. While alternative avenues such as peer-to-peer lending and Kickstarter campaigns are on option, many would prefer to start small and grow as profits allow. Today we are…
This all depends. Don’t look for guarantees. Don’t expect an easy ride. Don’t think Brexit will help you; but don’t think it won’t either. In many ways, it’s not glib to suggest there’s never been a better time to start a business. If you have a business idea, plan, or way of making money and do it well, work your socks off, and don’t get distracted or downcast…
Serial entrepreneur Gurbaksh Chahal knows how to start a business and says having a new idea is not essential to a new company s success. After dropping out of school, Chahal worked to build an online advertising business which he later sold for $40 million. He sold his next business, BlueLithium, for $300 million. Currently, he is working on RadiumOne, a social-network-driven…
A business idea that appeals to you?. (c) Dave McLeod/Susan Ward Sometimes the hardest part of starting a business is coming up with a business idea. Follow the links on this page to find small and home-based business ideas that will help you decide what kind of business you want to start. Small Businesses Browse these collections of small business ideas and…
We started our photography business in 2006. That’s only 6 years ago, but it feels like a lifetime, especially when we look back on all that’s happened. And when we think about all the mistakes we’ve made, well, it feels more like two lifetimes! But mistakes are just wonderful little learning opportunities in disguise. And while we’ve had our fair share of screw-ups…
