Hi everyone.
I am starting a new print screening business and am very excited about it. I have never owned my own business before and would appreciate some advise or insight on things to be prepared for. I came to this decision after I was laid off from my job of 8 years. I have always worked for someone else and am tired of that. It's time for me to do something for me. I look forward to hearing from all of you.
Have a great day!
ReggieT
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Re: Starting a new business
Mar 1, 2012 11:24 PM
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Congratulations on your new venture! How inspiring to re-invent yourself. There is a lot to do for a business, such as making a website, promotions, taxes, employees, etc. You may want to contact a lawyer just to get all the details. -- Focused on Wellness For Women
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jessicarob..
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Re: Starting a new business
Feb 29, 2012 07:36 AM
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jessicarob..
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Re: Starting a new business
Feb 25, 2012 03:24 AM
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Women web- an online magazine, covering every segment of womens everyday life. Whether you are wondering to know about social issues, workplace issues, health issues or any relationship advice you can get them all at one place. So, whether you are working right now, on a break, looking to re-enter the workplace, a happy homemaker or going to start your first job, we hope you’ll find something here to interest you. --------------------------------------- ----------------------- Social Issues of women
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kesumrall
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Re: Starting a new business
Sep 7, 2011 05:27 PM
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If there are Braveheart women out there or know people who are looking for a great and legitmate money making opportunity .. please get in contact with me... im very excited and eger to help other women  Katherine livelaughnsend@yahoo.com
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kesumrall
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Re: Starting a new business
Sep 7, 2011 05:15 PM
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Jennene, I cant agree more with everything you said!! I would love to connect with you and share our stories and advise. I have just started my own relationship marketing business I would love to share it with you if you read this lets get in contact via email .... livelaughnsend@yahoo.com
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ethericalc..
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From:Shelby, North Carolina
Registered: Dec 1, 2010
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Re: Starting a new business
Mar 10, 2011 02:51 PM
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Getting reliable info on taxes and such very important at the beginning. AARP has wonderful free resources for seniors. If you're not quite there yet, check your community college for continuing education classes on starting a business, taxes for business, marketing, etc. Our local college here in Shelby, NC has very inexpensive classes on all those subject, for example. -- Free Online Acting Class http://www.askahealer.com/metaphysical-acting-class.htm Free Healing Journey E-Class: http://www.askahealer.com/free-ebooks.htm
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bgray
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From:Alberta
Registered: Dec 23, 2008
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Re: Starting a new business
Feb 27, 2011 02:04 PM
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Hi M.
You business sounds like a great idea. Have you contacted Universities as well? What about local offices? (ever been sick at work or known someone who was?) I don't know enough about your product to know who it is and isn't suited for. Sounds like something all first year college/university kids could use. To get to them, you need to get to their parents, who always worry about their kids when they leave home and are usually a few hundred miles away. They are the ones who would purchase your product for their kids. This I know from first hand experience....I was always worried about my daughter when she became ill while away at Univ. and I lived too far away to help her.
I have another great idea to help market your business and would love to talk to you about it. Please send me an email and give me your name and phone number, and a good time to call you. I live in the MTN zone.
I look forward to speaking with you.
Bonnie Gray
Heart2HeartConnections@shaw.ca
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onceadream..
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From:Brentwood Tennessee
Registered: Jan 23, 2011
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Re: Starting a new business
Feb 24, 2011 09:54 AM
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Hello ladies,
I am also in the middle of a career change and starting a new business. When you come from a background of law enforcement and transitioning to Life and Health insurance...it can somehow be somewhat intimidating. However, being new in the business world, I don't really know how to get the word out on the internet and reading all of your posts has been helpful.
Delfine
"Connecting employees to their benefits"
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tygerali
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From:Georgia, USA
Registered: Feb 11, 2011
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Re: Starting a new business
Feb 11, 2011 05:35 PM
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Help!!! I need ideas on how to raise start-up financing for my new start-up business. I have been working with the SBDC, did my reseach, market study, found a perfect location with affordable rent only to have trouble securing financing through traditional banks...even with a SBA guarantee.
I need to get creative in raising funds....someone mentioned offering shares at $1,000-$10,000.00 a piece. Does anyone else have any ideas?
The new business is a pet/pet supply business with a new twist....to promote socialization between people and animals and also offer rescue/unwanted dogs and cats for adoption. I think this could be done in a fun, educational atmosphere.
Any ideas? Interested in investing?
The business will be located off a major interstate in an outlet mall in middle Georgia.
I look forward to reading your responses.
Thanks!
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JenniferDr..
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Registered: Feb 1, 2011
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Re: Starting a new business
Feb 4, 2011 10:41 PM
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I just started my AVON business! It gives me the opportunity to help me earn some extra money to help support my two little boys!
Check out my website
www.youravon.com/jdrewery
Thanks
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OklahomaGo..
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From:Completely Mobile
Registered: Jan 27, 2011
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Re: Starting a new business
Feb 1, 2011 02:26 PM
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aimtoplease,
Thank you for posting this information. It has been a big help.
Tammie
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AnneSutton
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Registered: Jan 20, 2011
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Re: Starting a new business
Jan 21, 2011 12:54 AM
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I am a huge proponent of anyone starting their own business because it is the fastest path to becoming financially independent. I'm sorry about you losing your job but maybe this was the push that you needed to venture out on your own. I am glad that you made the decision to move forward to work for yourself. Here's a short checklist for your start-up: - Business plan for direction of the company - Marketing strategy - Team including an attorney, accountant, and business mentor (best if it's in your industry) Good luck with everything and I know you'll do well. Anne Sutton, MBA MiracleandEve.com/Club
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Brenda..
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From:Avon Lake, Ohio
Registered: Dec 17, 2010
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Re: Starting a new business
Dec 23, 2010 03:22 PM
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My business partner and I opened our store in October called Seeds of Wellness llc. The first thing I did was find as many free directories I could find on the internet to advertise the store. I was able to find over 20 free directories which helps bring your business information up on search engines like Google. I worked for a company that did screen printing on clothes. The owner partnered with schools and local businesses to sell clothing with their names printed on them. We put together a flier showing the clothes that was posted in the schools and the business. We also had a website to show the clothing and for people to purchase online. The website is http://spiritwearmall.com/home.php, so you can see how they set up the website. Before talking to the schools, come up with a generic design that will fit for any school and print out some samples to show the coaches or PTA. Also find out about sports groups for kids in the area who need uniforms for each team and team wear. If you have anyone that does embroidery in the area, you could talk to them about working together to market each others products. Marketing is the hard part for us, and we are still learning how do it effectively at a low cost. Good luck, and please share your successes and failures with us, so we can help each other and become stronger. -- Brenda K. Mayo Seeds of Wellness llc www.SeedsofWellnessllc.com
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Wrkgrl247
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Registered: Dec 30, 2009
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Re: Starting a new business
Dec 10, 2010 05:41 PM
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Hi Everyone,
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shelly9782
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Registered: Jun 15, 2010
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Re: Starting a new business
Dec 3, 2010 08:59 AM
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Starting your own business is no picnic but it has great rewards. You have to invest in any business to advertise. My business I market Green Products. If interested email me and fill out form. http://www.gogreenwebcast.com/helpingmoms michelle ^_^ GREAT MINDS THINK ALIKE, GREAT MINDS NEVER DREAM GREAT MINDS DO!
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