The Gift That Keeps Giving: The $1000 Startup

Posted on | December 12, 2006 | No Comments

Have a would-be entrepreneur on your holiday list? Someone on your list secretly fanning the flames of entrepreneurship?

Give the gift that keeps giving, the $1,000 Startup! The $1,000 Startup is the perfect gift for anyone who wants to start his/her own business in 2007.  And the best part is that you don’t have to a venture capitalist to fund this startup.

So, what is it? The $1,000 Startup is a business-in-a-box that will work for any would-be entrepreneur, regardless of the kind of business they’d like to start.

Here’s what’s in the box:

• Desktop Computer ($600) OR laptop ($500) (Creative types prefer Macs, so check out the Mac mini)

• Laser printer OR Multi-function printer/scanner/copier/fax ($100)

• VOIP phone and fax line ($36)

• Business cards (Free)

• Website/Blog (Free)

• Desk & chair ($160)

Now, all your loved one needs is a great business idea.  List a few in the card ($3).  I’ll get you started.

1. Consulting (All things eco-friendly and green, business services like HR and Accounting)
2. Freelance writing, graphic design or online publishing
3. Virtual Personal Assistant or Personal Shopper
4. Sales/Marketing (ecommerce, email, telemarketing)
5. (Insert Your Ideas)

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

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