Business Ideas

stera · 11-02-2007, 08:32 PM

I was wondering if there are any potential up and coming or established entrepreneur’s amongst us?

Does anybody have an idea that they think would take off, or are there any hints and advice from those looking to launch an idea?

nugget378 · 11-02-2007, 08:37 PM

A pygmy dwarf brothel for retarded wheezer owners,would take off I reckon..

Tribal · 11-02-2007, 09:38 PM

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A pygmy dwarf brothel for retarded wheezer owners,would take off I reckon..

Brilliant!

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BJ · 11-02-2007, 10:44 PM

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A pygmy dwarf brothel for retarded wheezer owners, would take off I reckon..

I'd buy into that Nugget. When do we start.

DOC · 11-02-2007, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by stera

I was wondering if there are any potential up and coming or established entrepreneur’s amongst us?

Does anybody have an idea that they think would take off, or are there any hints and advice from those looking to launch an idea?

Hard work and belief.

HLC · 11-02-2007, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by stera

I was wondering if there are any potential up and coming or established entrepreneur’s amongst us?

Does anybody have an idea that they think would take off, or are there any hints and advice from those looking to launch an idea?

why? so you can steal them?

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stera · 11-02-2007, 10:42 PM

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why? so you can steal them?

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There are sections on this site such as, what is your occupation, how much do you earn, how old are you and what do you drive, etc...

I was purely trying to spark some imagination from people looking to own their own business and camaraderie for these people from members that already own their own business and are willing to give advice to others.

I think it’s a good thing for people to want to learn and aim to have money work for them, rather than working for money.

There was a cracker of a show called the Dragon Den where hopeful entrepreneurs would pitch their ideas to successful business people for a golden handshake. It lasted about 6 months!!

Whilst I am not looking to steal anybodys ideas, it is up to the person to share them in the first place. If I see something that interests me that could prevent me from working 9 til 5 until Im 65 years old, I will certainly let them know!!

HLC · 12-02-2007, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by stera

There are sections on this site such as, what is your occupation, how much do you earn, how old are you and what do you drive, etc...

I was purely trying to spark some imagination from people looking to own their own business and camaraderie for these people from members that already own their own business and are willing to give advice to others.

I think it’s a good thing for people to want to learn and aim to have money work for them, rather than working for money.

There was a cracker of a show called the Dragon Den where hopeful entrepreneurs would pitch their ideas to successful business people for a golden handshake. It lasted about 6 months!!

Whilst I am not looking to steal anybodys ideas, it is up to the person to share them in the first place. If I see something that interests me that could prevent me from working 9 til 5 until Im 65 years old, I will certainly let them know!!

just stirring mate.

like the show 'young inventors' or whatever its called.

i study design at uni so all that interests me.

in terms of aspirations,

i'd love to end up designing for ford. but so does every other man and his dog. its a tough industry, so i think i might head into the mod scene designing body kits/custom interiors, installs, whatever.

that would make me happy. very happy.

rodderz · 11-02-2007, 10:10 PM

I know there is one bright spark who i reckon works 24/7, and is on these forums who will be one to look out for over the next few years

Already has the business going, but will take off once the next steps come in to become a household name

As for advice, no matter what the business you have to focus on the goals, work hard early to pay off later, and be great to customers

Kryton · 11-02-2007, 10:13 PM

i have a few business ideas but im not about to tell you what they are.
some are plain obvious and havent yet been done.

chief · 11-02-2007, 10:39 PM

My goals would be:

finish my mechanics apprenticeship,
work as a qualified mechanic for a couple of years,
open my own garage - doing services and light modifications
then down the track expand the business and get into the performance side of the trade.

Thats my goals I have set myself. Now I just need to go get them, by hard work and perserverance.

stera · 11-02-2007, 10:47 PM

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My goals would be:

finish my mechanics apprenticeship,
work as a qualified mechanic for a couple of years,
open my own garage - doing services and light modifications
then down the track expand the business and get into the performance side of the trade.

Thats my goals I have set myself. Now I just need to go get them, by hard work and perserverance.

Thats what Im talking about Chief... Some 8alls to have aspirations!

All the best, Im sure there are plenty of people on the forum that would be happy to assist you also!

Yellow_Festiva · 11-02-2007, 11:23 PM

In the next month I will be launching my Tie Business!

The first shipment of 10,000 ties is due to arrive this Wednesday

I can't bloody wait...

www.tieland.com.au

The web site is not up yet as we are still fine tuning the format as well as the payment and invoice setup.

Soon enough I will be asking the people of this verry forum to peruse my site and let me know what needs to be changed etc.

Hard work and the right attitude will get you almost anywhere......

[Tonko] · 11-02-2007, 11:35 PM

yes, actually i do... but im sure as hell not telling anyone on a public forum...
and if i did, i would have to kill you....

seriously,

XR6-VCT-2000 · 11-02-2007, 11:45 PM

I've already had my idea ripped off !, a few years back i came up with a magnetic motor that powed itself and could run forever pretty much with no power source, and it also created electricity ( to run lights etc etc ), just as i finished my prototype ( i spent over just over $1000 on parts ! / magnets/springs/alloy cast block etc etc) the idea was created by some other guys too on beyond2000 and they patented the idea just as i finished mine :( .

I got me another idea up my sleeve but im not saying anything on any forums this time ! .

DOC · 12-02-2007, 12:24 AM

There is probably not a day goes by that i have a new idea, some work, lots don't.

One idea many years ago was that i was the person who wrote the original ad for Solver Paints PROBLEM SOLVERED, wished i had locked that away , i get nothing from it.

Have also developed a complete modular ( lego style) garden kit to reduce and save water, complicated to explain and being worked on by a friend.

Several new ideas in the pipeline in the lines of car care but will need to do more homework on these.

Stera , a good call with what your doing, another thing that has helped me is good advice, i work with a very good accountant / business advisor ( very patient with me ) and i also work with the state gov bus dept and have meetings with them to discuss plans, this helps give an outside but profesional view to any new tasks and can / has stopped me going down wrong paths.

**GasoLane** · 12-02-2007, 03:22 PM

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and i also work with the state gov bus dept

Ah, this would help with getting Pete to and from work via public transport

eMpTy · 12-02-2007, 12:41 AM

Got a few ideas in the works at the moment, I won't go into any detail here though.

As Doc has said, probably the biggest help in getting something up and running is good advice. My parents have both owned/operated successful businesses and are a wealth of knowledge for that fact. Friends of theirs who are business owners have also been a great help.
State govt also has some great resources available to help you find the info you need to get on track.

Biggest hurdle I've found so far wasn't getting the start-up cash together (quitting smoking soon helped there), but having the guts to get off ya bum and take the first step rather than sitting around wondering "But what if this goes wrong..."
All going to plan, I should see the first of my businesses become a reality by the start of the next financial year.

normxb · 12-02-2007, 01:34 AM

RESEARCH , is very important , no use getting into a business where you're competeing with a market already covered .

Look for a "nitche" in the market that only few , or no-one else is into , make sure it's viable and give it a go . No use in sitting around for a year or so then find out someone is making a mint at it .

In 1989 a couple of mates & myself set up an "Auction Centre" in Sydney liquidating Computer Companies who'd got caught with "bulks" of 286 computers when the 386's were released , one company had $8M in obsolete stock & parts . We were the First in Sydney to do so , even before Hymans , MSG and all the others started . I decided to move back to the country in 1991 & sold my share of the business (which I don't regret) but the business has now evolved into a "Software Import Co." and has a Warehouse/Head Office in Australia , offices in NZ , Malasia , US & UK and my mates are doing "Very Well". (There's probably quite a few of you using the software now)

Essentials = Research , Business knowledge , Very Good Accountant , Client/Customer Target , Keep overheads as low as possible , GUT'S to give it a go , be prepared to work hard the first few years , and Customer Service

bjr22n_ · 12-02-2007, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by normxb

RESEARCH , is very important , no use getting into a business where you're competeing with a market already covered .

Look for a "niche" in the market that only few , or no-one else is into , make sure it's viable and give it a go . No use in sitting around for a year or so then find out someone is making a mint at it .

Essentials = Research , Business knowledge , Very Good Accountant , Client/Customer Target , Keep overheads as low as possible , GUT'S to give it a go , be prepared to work hard the first few years , and Customer Service

You have hit it on the head.

I have a few idea's... I have done a little research and found to be a market in most of my idea's, although a niche market, it would certianly be profitable... i just need some start up capital...

: to cover some of my overheads.

rodderz · 12-02-2007, 01:08 PM

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Biggest hurdle I've found so far wasn't getting the start-up cash together (quitting smoking soon helped there), but having the guts to get off ya bum and take the first step rather than sitting around wondering "But what if this goes wrong..."

Having a bit more cash for insurance in case work is slow to get going is good too.

Hence why I sold my XR8 ute a year ago! The money wasnt really needed in the end, but it was helpful knowing it was there just in case something happened

uranium_death · 12-02-2007, 12:56 AM

I have an idea. But I am saying nothing.

Blue Oval Mopar Man · 12-02-2007, 01:38 AM

yes, I have a couple of ideas for business. I wont yet say what they are , but you will once is start selling product ! I am going to do it with out any financial help from banks or anything so I am setting up at the moment ! the business is to do with muscel cars and maybe some trucks later as well!

SXCXR6 · 12-02-2007, 05:18 AM

My idea is to work my guts out for years and years and have a couple of beers now and then and one day own a house and a car and have a family that loves me thats all i need.

Ringo · 12-02-2007, 12:55 PM

I have idea's all the time.....but at the moment they are all on hold....I'm about to get into something else which could be very lucrative for me.

This guy sent me an email recently which promised me heaps of money if I help him to transfer some money around the world. I think he is from Africa, he has no idea about stuff and can barely spell. No wonder he needs help.

I think he sent the email to me accidentaly (shhhhh - I haven't let on. I'm acting like a mate of his...he he he)

Anyway I'm going to help him out and I should make a packet!

4.9 EF Futura · 12-02-2007, 01:32 PM

Have a few ideas ive thrown around over the years. Dont think i'll ever pursue them, happy to develop a career in financial services.

SpooN XL · 12-02-2007, 01:48 PM

The biggest and hardest step is the very first. It takes guts and good research.

My wife and I opened a small music shop almost three years ago. We now have the Ibanez, ESP, Randall amps and Ashton dealerships. We are now expanding upstairs with some teaching studios and a rehearsal room.

One other bit of advice don’t start a business to give yourself a job, make sure you are constantly working on it not for it…..

I hope that last bit made sense

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TZENU · 12-02-2007, 02:56 PM

I too with a friend am currently working out the financials before we take the plunge.... One thing to remember is in order to be successful you need to take risks. Also be prepared to pump alot of money into a venture expecting to get little return on your money for several months or even a year. Marketing is one of many keys to success; So too is working hard for your goals, both financial and personal.

good luck!