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small business ideas

by selvie, Performer

  • Created: August 9, 2009, 12:01 pm
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i would like business ideas for someone who has no capital nor do i know which way to go in these times.any ideas?something small.

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gjosephus | Contributor | 8/18/2009 - 9:28 am

you never did say what your skills are, or what you would really like to do. just curious Either way, let me know if I can be of any help with strategies, or planning, or setting up a company, or even simply writing. Best of luck Message Edited by ZanetaB on 08-18-2009 12:04 PM
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selvie | Performer | 8/18/2009 - 8:08 pm

i was raised to keep a clean home.so i thinking of starting a home and residental service.basics first:vaccuming,mopping,etc.small steps first but a bigger vision.

BusPlanMaster | Window Shopper | 8/19/2009 - 1:06 pm

Starting a cleaning business is a great idea! Low start up costs, good potential for growth. It may be possible for you to get low cost bonding from your state -- some states offer it, some don't. You will probably need that if you are going to go into people's private homes or businesses. Other than that, throw your energy into it, and you will be surprised at how successful you can be. MaryAnnBusiness Plan MasterStart and Finance Your Business Now ---This post was edited to remove a commercial link. Read our discussion policies for more Community best practices.
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gjosephus | Contributor | 8/19/2009 - 1:54 pm

Yes, cleaning services is an evergreen business, and we always need it. On another note, as you are so keen on cleaning services, you may have already seen the movie 'Sunshine Cleaners', starring Amy Adams. If you have not, I recommend you see it, as though it's only a 'movie', it has quite a lot of information, and lessons you may benefit from. If nothing at all, it's a great movie, and I'm sure you'll enjoy it. As with any other business, you will have to set something small up, and then start netrworking, get your first few jobs, and then start building on your referrals. All the best, and let me know if I can be of any more help. Message Edited by gjosephus on 08-19-2009 01:56 PM Message Edited by gjosephus on 08-19-2009 01:58 PM

selvie | Performer | 8/19/2009 - 5:46 pm

thanks Message Edited by CharlotteW on 09-02-2009 02:02 PM

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