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If you are one of the multi-millions who lost their job in this economy, and just can't stomach returning to the 9-to-5 workaday grind doing something you are not into, consider finding a fun product and sell it from your car or van.
Austad's golf empire was started this way by selling random golf clubs from the trunk of a car at driving ranges and golf courses! In 1963, Oscar Austad started a mail-order catalog to sell golf clubs and golf gear. Today, the company generates a multi-million $$$$ sales revenue.
Everyday in Manhattan, the Cupcake van sells freshly baked cupcakes and cookies to New Yorkers who are hooked on the treats. The van's website www.cupcakestop.com
lists where the van will be each day.
If you are interested in selling goodies from your truck or van, contact the County Clerk's office in your region. Inquire about getting a Food Handler's license. Requirements vary state by state.
A Cool Venture is doing what you love, and watching the money fall into place. Your passion will fuel your venture and you love working on your project! If you do what you love, you will never 'work' another day in your life!
Auburn University Rural Studio's House Project challenged architecture students to build a house prototype for $20,000. The goal is that builders will eventually replicate these prototypes for hopeful homeowners who live below the poverty line & thus qualify for a fed rural development loan. http://www.cadc.auburn.edu/soa/rural-studio/20k/index.php/project/
Looking for ideas to start your dream business? Or, are you searching for ways to expand your existing business by generating new customers and building your bottom line?
Head to a trade show!
Under one roof you can search, discuss, ask questions, learn, develop networking skills, showcase your wares, write up orders, learn about an industry, and stay on top of what is current/coming in your field.
One can spend $799 on a trade show directory that lists local, regional, national and international shows, but you can find the perfect show online by visiting one of the following websites:
~www.bvents.com
~www.mytradefairs.com
~www.eventsinamerica.com
You'll find trade shows on every topic and resources to develop a dynamite traveling
roadshow of a sales tool for your small business.
Walk around and learn about an industry
or show/demonstrate/introduce your product or gadget and write up the orders for buyers who will drop by your booth.
Many entrepreneurs have launched their businesses at trade shows by introducing their gadget or line to customers that are looking to purchase new items for their stores, catalogs, or clients. You can do it, too. Your booth doesn't have to be an elaborate mobile facility you see hear. It can be a table with your logo on a business card and you--an eager, dynamite salesperson that has something of value to sell!
Susie Rakowskiwww.coolventures.blogspot.comemail: coolventures@live.comtwitter: CoolVentures
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Cool Ventures(TM) is presented with the understanding that its contents are in no way rendering legal or other professional advice or services. Tools and strategies are offered as a guide based on the author’s experiences. If legal, financial or other expert assistance is required, the services of a lawyer, financial and/or business counselor should be sought. The necessity of licenses and insurance coverage should be checked on a federal, state, county and local basis as they vary accordingly. It is suggested that visitors conduct their own due diligence research in starting their business.
