Your Questions About How To Do Business Online
Laura asks…
How to start a business online?
I am a 15 year old and I have a potential of $3000 in funding for a business, and I would like to start one on the internet. What kind of website business should I build? What will I need to do this? Thank you!
Jere answers:
You should build a website based on something you are interested in. You won’t need much money to do it. In fact it might be best for you to build a blog first. Blogs are free and you will learn a lot about search engine optimization for when you do build your website.
When you build a website you shouldn’t pay more than $10 per year on a domain name, and your web hosting cost should be around $7 per month. Don’t pay more unless you want to get ripped off.
There are several options when it comes to website creation software. If you know a little HTML, you could buy a program (I use Frontpage 2003, and Dreamweaver). If you don’t know HTML, it might be best to start off with Intuit. If you do choose intuit, don’t buy a domain name because it will be included in the package.
To sum up: You just need to build something that you are passionate about. Anything can earn money, but only if you put the required work into it.
Sandra asks…
How do i market my home cleaning business online?
I live in New York City “Harlem” and im trying to start a cleaning business “house, apartments.” and i need some advice on how to market it. I opened a Craigslist account but i don’t know exactly what to put in my ad. The name i chose to call it is Maid-In-Harlem. Can anyone help
Jere answers:
I would also include a toll free number on your ads. People will be more likely to buy from you because: a) A toll free makes you look more professional and b) It encourages people to call you. I recommend searching for a number at Chooseanumber.com. I’m sure you can find something with “MAID” or “CLEAN” in it. I guarantee it will boost your profile. It worked for me.
Lisa asks…
How can I advertise for a business online(at no cost)?
I know a person that owns a business, they do fantastic work and charge the right amount to get the job done right, the only problem is that they are not advertised very well. It is hurting the business a lot and they are having a hard time getting by, anyways what are some good ideas to get it going, there is already a website.
Jere answers:
Submit your website on social bookmarking websites.
Ken asks…
How does someone start their own small business online?
I want to start a small business selling gift bags and baskets online and I was wondering how to get started on something like that. Please answer soon. All answers are greatly appreciated 🙂
Jere answers:
The most obvious answer and best place to start is to create a website so that you have an online presence. You should be sure to showcase your work on your site, and make sure that it is easy to find in search results. I would also recommend a website hosting service that lets you accept credit cards and other forms of online payments.
You can find all these benefits with Office Live Small Business from Microsoft. This is a free service that lets you make your own professional looking website and host it on their servers for free for the first year. Take a look at the site and dig around to get a feel for all the features, and be sure to check out the gallery so that you can see real functioning websites that use the service.
Good luck with your business!
Jeff
MSFT Office Live Outreach
http://smallbusiness.officelive.com/en-us/
George asks…
How can a 14 year old make a small online business?
I’m 14 years old, and I really need to make some cash! I want to start a small business online, like creating a website and stuff. Does anyone have any idea what I should sell? What kind of business I should have? How to start it without spending a lot of money? Also, how I can advertise? Thanks!
Jere answers:
Physically, yes
legally, no
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