Wanting to Start Own Business, but Not Sure Where to Start!

Updated on June 24, 2008
C.G. asks from Bensenville, IL
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I recently had a great idea (well, atleast I think it is..)on a mommy product, but I don't even know where to start. Anyone have any pointers? How do you manufacture, get a business license, etc.. I need to know how to start from the ground up!

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H.B.

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Hi C.,
I think the first step it to make one (if possible) and start using it. When other moms see your product and start asking about it, then you know you have a good idea.
They have classes at local collages on how to get your product out in the ,market place and start making $ etc.
Good luck!
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M.M.

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Hi my name is M. I was just wondering if you have found some thing yet?

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L.H.

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Hi C., My name is L., I live in Downers Grove and have 5 Children. I have meet a group of awesome Moms that had the same desire I did, We all wanted to make an income without leaving our children.

As I'm sure you know, there are all kinds of work from home idea's out their now, and Ive tried a few, they were either scams, cost a fortune it join or just didn't work for me.

I have found out about a reputable on line wellness store that is much like Costco or Sam's club, they are a consumer wholesale direct store. their products are safer for you and your family, healthier for everyone and the environment and cheaper than any major store, even Walmart or Target. Their products are all guaranteed to work as well if not better than what we are buying now, or your money back, no questions asked.

They are so sure that you will love their store, they are now offering to give you 100.00 in free products just for trying them!

We are working in partnership, using our first hand knowledge of their store and awesome products. Word of mouth referring is their only advertising. So just for telling people about them, I get a check.

Now for my business, I do not have stock, inventory, deliver products, collect money, do billing or collections, all I do is tell people where to shop to save money and keep their family healthy.

This is so easy to learn, and fun to do, and there is no risk! Here are some informative websites you can check out for yourself. www.livetotalwellness.com/lahart and www.2achievethedream.com. This really works! You and nothing to lose! This is truly an awesome opportunity.

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T.D.

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hi C.,
the first thing to do is call THE OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL REGULATION in SPRINGFIELD they are in charge of the business license for the state. They will tell you what you need to do to obtain certain licenses for your business.
Second, you could try the malls by walking thru to get other ideas like setting up a demo booth to display your product. Or applying for an advertisement ad in those coupon packs that come in the mail.

Finally, try a blog here or somewhere and getting the word out about your product.

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