I've met many 'very' small business owners over the years and these hard working individuals are often the most misguided and mislead clients I get.
When a Mom & Pop operation dreams of global internet domination, selling their goods or services while they are asleep, or lying on a beach, they often forget to get out of that dream mode and actually plan how they are going to carve out a little piece of the web for themselves.
If you are thinking about getting a web site - congratulations - you are joining the masses, but with that you have to know your options so you can make the best plan going forward. And that is where I would like to help. Using my experience from the last eleven years of interacting with Mom and Pop businesses I am going to share with you some information that I believe you need to know when you decide to get on the web.
I myself live in the quaint small town of Davidson, North Carolina. We have many small businesses here and I come across wannabe entrepreneurs and small business owners frequently that all tell me the same thing: I really want a web site, but...
So let's look at those buts and see if some ring any bells for you!
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
The downfall of the 'very' small business owner
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I don't own a business yet, but I plan on running one in the near future, so I'll keep this post in mind. I can use the advice! Lately I've been thinking about buying a business instead of starting one from scratch, but I'm not entirely sure about it. Should I go for a franchise? Home-based? Mom & Pop shop? I'm not sure. Do you have any suggestions or advice? Thanks.
Thanks for visiting my blog Emily - Allie too.
Emily you should check out www.sba.gov and do a lot of reading online about scams so you can protect yourself. Nearing the holiday season and with drop shipping being touted as a great and easy way to make money you can easily becoming scammer prey.
A warning about drop shipping - do not go with doba.com! If you want to get into DS sign up with worldwidebrands.com to find the reputable companies to ship from.
And remember, if something seems too easy for the money, walk away!
Good luck and let us know which path you decide to take.
Thanks for the help, Allie and FJ. I really appreciate it. I'll have to check out the sites you both suggested and make sure I avoid the ones you advise against! Thanks again.
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