I want to start my own business, how do i get started?

Question

i have been told that i don't have chance, because i am black and a woman.

Answer 1

Hi, First Id like to say that Im sorry someone told you that!  I hope you dont let it get to you.  I dont know what kind of business you looking to start but I work from home doing parties for Scentsy.  Check out my site and let me know if you want any more info or a sample.  God bless and best of luck!  [e-mail]

www.scentsy.com/mi

Answer 2

The colour of your skin or your s*x has nothing to do with what you can achieve in business. Identify what you want to do, do a lot of research about it, then approach it with faith and determination, I assure you, you will succeed.

Answer 3

Any Business Start-Up

A business, start-up or not, demands lots

of time, energy, and money. You must,

mentally, understand that there's a

possibility of failure. Life goes on after

a debacle.

Pick an area you're passionate about.

Surround yourself with people who feel

success of the business is important.

In other words, race and gender

shouldn't stop you from becoming

a successful business owner.

Answer 4

First, I wouldn't buy into what you were told for one second. That information is well wrong and comes from an ignorant perspective.

Second, I'd get really clear about what your skills are and what kind of business you want to start. Research should be the foundation of any decision you make in regards to your business. The internet is a great resource for doing this kind of due diligence.

Then I'd start looking for opportunities on the web and locally. If you interested in franchises, you can find a bunch of websites that offer information on that. If you're interested in network marketing, the same is true. And there are many other things in between.

I'd also strongly consider taking a mentor...someone you know and trust who is successful in business (and especially in the industry/field you're looking to get into, if at all possible). It's helpful to have someone successful to learn from and to emulate.

Business has many rewards and many risks. I am a business owner and I understand that because I see it in my own business every day. The best thing I've done is prepare myself for these risks and rewards by buckling down and doing the research and then making the right choices.

I'd also recommend that you look into your financial situation as you're making this decision. Businesses need money to get off the ground. Most businesses fail due to a lack of cash flow. This is something to strongly consider & to do additional research on. There are many types of loans and grants available for people starting their own businesses. There are even government grants for this (which do not have to be paid back). I know that I have seen several specifically for African Americans, females, and other minorities/categories/etc.

So...in short...figure out your goals, figure out what you're good at and what you want your business centered around, and then study up on it big time!

You can be a huge success! Good luck!

Answer 5

I think that if you want to be an entrepreneur, you absolutely cannot allow anyone to make you believe that you can't succeed.  You absolutely can have your own business and be successful, it really depends how passionate you are about it!! There are some really ignorant people in the world and also many people who are dream stealer's. But, if you really want to start your own business, you have to be so strong and determined that nothing or no one is going to stop you! Obviously, gender or race has nothing to do with the success you are going to have starting your own business. It really is just how hard you work and how determined you are to succeed. I have my own business and I will not stop until I succeed and that's all there is to it.  I started my business with very little money and you can too. Anyone who is interested in starting their own business, I encourage them to visit

www.iboplus.com/newman or contact me for more information.

Thanks,

Jennifer Newman

[e-mail]

www.freedomathometeam.com/newman

Answer 6

Wow whoever told you this is living in the dark ages. You have an advantage being a woman and being black! Why because it will be easier for you to get loans should you need them. Look into the Womans Small Business Organization. They offer support and guidance from other woman who have been through it. Its also a great place to network. Did you know that most small business are owned by woman!  Good luck you - I am rooting for ya!