We often hear of small businesses deathly scared when big boys – particularly Wal-mart – come to town. And they have every reason to be: big businesses have deeper pockets, offer wider goods selection, and have tighter relationships with suppliers that allow them to give deep discounted prices. So it is very refreshing to see [...]
Follow @powerhomebizBusiness Idea: Pink Taxi Service for Women
July 29, 2009 By 5 Comments
Entrepreneurs across the globe have recognized the business potential in offering secure transportation options for women. Women-only transportation companies such as taxi-services are gaining ground in countries such as the United Kingdom, Lebanon, Iran, Egypt, among others.
Follow @powerhomebiz15 Home Business Ideas that Thrive During Recession
June 3, 2009 By 3 Comments
Many people are fearful of starting a business during a recession. Times are tough, and people are curbing their spending, which makes the idea of starting a business in a downturn economy even more daunting. However, for many families and individuals affected by the recession (whether they lost their homes or their jobs), finding more [...]
Follow @powerhomebizHow to Grow a Food Business
March 31, 2009 By 1 Comment
If you have a food business, you need to seriously consider tapping the Web to sell your food items. Learn how other small businesses are selling food on the Internet via their online storefronts.
Follow @powerhomebizHow to Start a Computer Repair Business
March 10, 2009 By 17 Comments
If you have a passion for working with computers and have the technical knowhow to make it work and trouble shoot problems, you may want to consider starting you own computer repair business. With computers now an integral and commonplace equipment in both businesses and homes, computer repair is one of the fastest growing industries [...]
Follow @powerhomebizStarting an Office Cleaning Business
January 28, 2009 By 11 Comments
Office cleaning is a competitive business and tougher to break into compared to home cleaning business. To get contracts, potential clients may ask you to go through a bidding process wherein you will compete with more established and bigger businesses in your area. Otherwise, this is a business that will require you to network, network [...]
Follow @powerhomebiz10 Ways to Market Your Event Planning Business
January 9, 2009 By 2 Comments
If you have an event planning business (or planning to start one), here are 10 ideas on how to market your business and get clients
Follow @powerhomebizBusiness Ideas for Tough Economic Times
December 16, 2008 By 3 Comments
Given that we are in the middle of a recession, if you were to start a business, what would it be? Where do see the opportunity? That’s a very interesting question to ponder, especially for entrepreneurs willing to capitalize on opportunities available. I’ve seen a number of responses, blog posts, opinions on the types of [...]
Follow @powerhomebizHome Business Weekend Ideas During a Recession
December 9, 2008 By 2 Comments
Someone asked for advice on what part-time home business can he do now when the economy is in a recession. He is looking for a business that he can do from home on weekends. He has already tried getting a stall in the market, and offering DJ services — which both failed miserably. When the [...]
Follow @powerhomebizStarting a Laundromat Business
December 3, 2008 By 1 Comment
If you are thinking of starting a laudromat business, here are important factors to consider: 1. Location = Location is key to the success of a laundry mat business. Location is all about proximity to the target demographic market and placement in an area that is convenient, with lots of parking, and affordable rent (you [...]
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