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CraigL

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Jan 24, 2008 11:46 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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How about selling sailboats?
PeterCPA

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I know a "Kratzmann" and he sells caravans and motor homes ... makes a fortune.
CEOinBlack

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No offense Jerry but I have always heard that doctors make a lot of money but they aren`t very good businessmen.  I know this is a generality but it may be true in some cases.  With this in mind, have you thought of investing in a great start-up?  I have heard of Dr`s getting together and pooling their money to invest in opportunities.  There are serial entrepreneurs who have a knack at picking winning start-ups.  If you have an interest in this area I would be glad to point you in the direction of some very good people.
 
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TiaZ

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Hi everyone my name is Tia and I am 23 years old. I have just joined this community and so far its been very helpful. I have been really interested in starting my own business for a while now. I was thinking of doing catering but doing it from my home part time since I work full time outside of the home. I want to specialize in healthy foods. I love to cook but I feel that I might need to further my interest with some cooking and culinary classes and I am considering signing up for a class in the very near future. To get started I was wondering if I should start with creating healthy desserts and treats...Should I get my feet wet this way or should I just jump in and create some entrees to test the market? I am clueless on what to do but part of me thinks I won`t know unless I try it out. Has anyone had experience with a homebased catering service or does anyone have any advice? Thanks in advance.
 
Tia Z.
vapourlock

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Apr 09, 2008 11:30 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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... I am clueless on what to do but part of me thinks I won`t know unless I try it out. ...
 
Tia Z.
                                                                                                                                             


You are right! You won`t know until you try it out. I am sure already know that the only difference between all those people who barely make it anywhere in a life time compared to those who make it big is the fact that the successful ones take ACTION, irrespective of what the ramifications might be. Imagine thinking all day about doing it while someone else comes along and takes the idea from right under your feet.

Just go ahead and jump in. Start it. Making mistakes? Awesome! You are heading somewhere!

All the very best. I would have loved to sample all those goodies you might be making :-)


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TiaZ

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Apr 09, 2008 11:33 PM ET    Quote  Report Abuse
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So true! Maybe I will start small. Then if I do good I will branch out from  there. Thanks for the encouragement! It means a lot!
 
Tia Z.
vapourlock

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So true! Maybe I will start small. Then if I do good I will branch out from  there. Thanks for the encouragement! It means a lot!
 
Tia Z.



Great Going! Start small and rock! I`ll always be around. I am just a few keyboard taps away.

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You`d be surprised how many food companies started out as someone cooking for their friends and family or selling to their neighbors.  You won`t find a shortage of people wanting to try out your recipes and you can get great feedback from people you know.  Just start experimenting and keep reading about business.  You`ll learn as you go.
KevDev

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Tia:

One of the best ways to get established in, and learn about, a market is to work for someone else in your industry. If you have the opportunity, seek out a position in another catering firm or restaurant in your area. It is always easier and cheaper to learn from someone else`s mistakes rather than making them on your own!

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TiaZ

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Thanks eveyone for all of your great advice. I love this community!
 
Tia Z.
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