Starting My Own Business - Desoto,TX

Updated on August 22, 2011
R.T. asks from Desoto, TX
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Has anyone started a business recently or have been in business for themselves? I want to start my own business and I have a few ideas, but not a lot of money to do it. Any suggestions on advertising, website, etc.? Thanks.

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M.B.

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I have tried several different busineses from home Noni,Ignite,and Changes International.I found out that you have to get in a good marketing business at the beginning to get in front of the money.Also it has to be a demand for what you are marketing.I have finaly found something that I strongly believe will be a great business for me.You be the judge.

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This is a business me and my husband Norman is doing and it's working out great.I am having a womens conference on the 3rd of may where I will be giving a Presentation on this business

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M.S.

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Good luck with you venture. I have had my own business for 11 years. It is a lot of work but I love the flexibility is give me with my children!

As far as website company I use Homestead.com, it is very affordable 9.95 a month, you can get a trial for less. And then you need to learn how to make your site visible, which takes some time and work. Website pros is who I use for that. If you ask you can get good deals on it.

I have always found word of mouth to be my best advertisement!
Pass out cards, leave cards everywhere, give cards to all your friends, and when you sell someone give the a few cards to hand out to people who ask about your product.

Best of luck!

M. S

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D.K.

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R.,

What is it you would like to do? I earn $50,000 a year working form home helping people. We are always looking for more people to help either save money or to make money.

Love to discuss what it is you are really looking for with you, so give me a call

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R.L.

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Network marketing is a wonderful home based business. You will get lots of responses about this I'm sure.
Advantages: work at your own speed, keep expenses low, great tax advantages for home based businesses. Choose one with no inventory and low literature & tools. This kind of business requires lots of calls and follow-up, meeting people, sharing, etc. I chose Limu, a nutritional drink that helps the body in dozens of ways. Check it out: www.source.originallimu.com.
If this type of business is not for you, then I recommend taking a long look at what makes you happy, what you love to do, if you like to work with people or alone, etc. Then choose something that's fits that. Find a need and figure out how to fill it.
I did marketing and promotions for several years and can tell you it takes a intense focus and dedication of time to start your own business. Be careful of choosing something that requires high investment. Leave yourself a cushion in the bank in case it fails. R. L

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C.W.

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Hi R.,

I have my own desktop publishing business and can help you with advertising and other things if you like. You can reach me at ____@____.com and let me know some of the things you have in mind. I normally can hear ideas and then create what ever is necessary for the project. Do you have a name yet or let me know what type os ideas for a business you may have. Wish you the best.

C.

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T.W.

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You didnt mention what kind of business you may
be interested in starting??? I have my own business
and started from just an idea almost. I now have
a petting zoo and pony ride business but started out clowning
went to clown school and just went from there little by little
as I was able to grow. the first year everything I made went
back into the business adding new supplies, costumes and
eventually a wallaby to take with me and then that was the beginning of a whole new me. ha I expanded into education
programs and business grew and then so did more animals..ha
Now I have gone into the ponies and petting zoo and breeding
the wallabies.
what ever your profession...find out what means of advertizing
others in your profession are doing and dont be afraid to ask
what is working for them. I had to do some trial and error advertizing and wasted a bunch of hard earned money ! For me
I learned stay away from yellow pages..may as well threw the money out into the street. I found what everyone in my line of
work was advertizing in . Dallas Child was a fantastic place for me to advertize in for years...!! Now I advertize on critterplaces a website made for my profession! That is ALL I do now . Brochures mailed out
can be effective in some businesses.. I do a lot of those to schools and churches and businesses...you have to target those you wish to do business with. HAVE lOTS OF BUSINESS CARDS WITH YOU AT ALL TIMES. A website is a must in todays world. For one thing it makes you more reputable in what you do. people want to check you out and feel comfortable with who you are before doing business with you. if you have any questions would be happy to help if I can? you can email me at ____@____.com
GOOD LUCK !!

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T.S.

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Yes, I started my own buisness on very little money. Advertise in the greensheet it works depending on what type of business you have.

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E.C.

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Raeshann,

This is right up my alley! :)

It really depends what type of business you are starting as to what type of advertising etc you should be doing. If you email me at ____@____.com I will be happy to go over EVERYTHING with you. Honestly. I love doing this stuff!

E.

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G.D.

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R.,
I am a part of really cool business called "Just Between Friends" Children's and Maternity Sales Event. Basically it is an upscale gently used kids/maternity only sale, two times a year (spring & fall). The cost is $10,500 for a new franchise. There is an existing franchise for sale in Round Rock asking price $15,000 (payment plans excepted). Great for 2 people to partner. You make money on items that sell (you get a cut) and you also serve the community by donating unsold items. It's a fun business to get great deals, meet wonderful parents, and run a part-time business that keeps you sharp! The business runs on volunteers so no overhead.

Check out the business (and nationwide sales events) on the website at www.jbfsale.com (clink in Round Rock location)

-G. (email ____@____.com)
www.jbfsale.com/roundrock

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N.S.

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Hey R.. I have been in business as an Independent Legal Nurse Consultant Certified for 12 years. I found working for attorneys to be quite stressful at times and wanted a way to work at home without all the "deadline" stress, which I'm sure you are familiar with as a paralegal!

I help people find affordable medical and dental care through AmeriPlan and I also help moms like you work from home. The start up cost is under $100 and there is no stock, door-to-door, cold calling or parties. I'm an RN, not a salesperson, so this fits well for me. I have been enjoying this business of my own for 2 years and I am now phasing out my legal nurse consulting. It's not a "get rich quick deal". Like any business you start, it takes work, but I make good money and have the satisfaction of helping others at the same time. Check it out...see if it might be right for you. I'd be happy to answer any questions for you...straight talk...no window dressing! www.HomeMommy.biz

~ N.

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