Starting a business is not that easy
By champoy186
@champoy186 (1638)
Philippines
February 19, 2013 8:24am CST
I really want to be a businessman. This year, I try to sell 3 laptop sling bags. The price is good because I mark it down by 25%. It's hard to find a buyer. Now I know that starting a business is not easy but I am not giving up. Can you give me some good advice?
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8 responses
@Angelpink (4034)
• Philippines
19 Feb 13
Hi ! Find a business that is in demand !So if having just a small capital then no worries because since it is a demand product , investment can roll fast ! One Chinese said , it okay having small profit as long it is continuous . In business we have to learn to gamble , whatever would be the outcome then let us accept it and let's not stop there , go for another try ! Have also a positive attitude surely it will yield a positive outcome also. In establishing a business it is so good to start small then if okay then thats the time for expansion. All the best friend !
@airasheila (5454)
• Philippines
19 Feb 13
a pleasant day,
if i may just add up, what has been posted by Angelpink is true. a positive input will have a 99% positive results. although there are some instances that we cannot really avoided, so as the remaining 1% goes to unexpected things that might occur. nevertheless, just have the perseverance and take courage.
@champoy186 (1638)
• Philippines
19 Feb 13
I agree. In business, you have to be always positive. There is no room to think negatively because it attracts negative vibes that will doom you business to failure. But like what you said, there is still 1% of unexpected things that might occur. I think these are the challenges that we may encounter along the way.
@champoy186 (1638)
• Philippines
19 Feb 13
My capital is only P300 for 3 sling bags. I'm staying positive that one day somebody will buy one from one. I hope it'll happen soon. I like what that Chinese said. I will make it as my inspiration.
@airasheila (5454)
• Philippines
19 Feb 13
good day champoy186,
absolutely. business is not that easy to start with. however, if you have the faith, perseverance and be prayerful, then, there is no doubt, you will win and have your business. though the road to the business success is not a bed of roses but what matters is, you are doing your best to get through going to the smooth and great road of success. thus, your business like selling a sling laptop bags is a good start. who knows, your small business today will be one of the top businesses tomorrow.
goodluck...more blessings...
@champoy186 (1638)
• Philippines
19 Feb 13
thanks aira for your words of encouragement. That is really what my plan is. I want to start selling laptop bags then if it succeed, I would try selling more items.
@airasheila (5454)
• Philippines
19 Feb 13
hi champoy186,
for sure you will reap your success. however, the moment you have reached your success, just always learn how to still put yourself your feet on the ground. it is better to be simple all the time.
more success!!! more blessings....
@champoy186 (1638)
• Philippines
19 Feb 13
thanks aira. I will keep that in mind. It's always better to keep simple all the time. Being humble is always good. Thanks!
@louievill (28851)
• Philippines
20 Feb 13
Although it's good to know that you are selling it less 25%, it would also be wise to know the competition like how much other sellers are selling. Another thing is to feel the waters if there is a demand for you product plus the condition of the item you are selling. Good luck
@champoy186 (1638)
• Philippines
25 Feb 13
I think the condition of the item is good since I bought it from a mall. So far, I haven't seen a competition yet because I don't know anyone selling it also. Thanks for your suggestion. You have good tips.I appreciate it.
@redvakaurvaki (4217)
• Indonesia
22 Feb 13
hello, champoy, I'm starting business too by the beginning of this months. I imagine a good thing before such as easy money and will get richer more easy. but, indeed, it's hard to start it, I used to spend my time in front of computer, but now I have to learn how to make my goods sell in market. I really not expert on that because I'm kind of shy person, but I have to learn. I could not give any good advice, since I'm the beginner too, but at least I can share you what I know. starting business is very different than to be employee that receive "certain" money every months. we must patient and fight, do not give up easily. we must open our self and careful to see opportunity, we must increase our sosiality character
@redvakaurvaki (4217)
• Indonesia
26 Feb 13
yes, network is very important when a person starting a business. the impact not only for your market, but also improve your confidence from shy person become friendly and easy going. good luck, champ!
@champoy186 (1638)
• Philippines
25 Feb 13
I am a shy person too. I think I have to improve my intrapersonal skills. I don't talk a lot. I am a quiet person too. I guess I need to build a network. Thanks for dropping by and sharing!
@SuperShames (780)
• India
19 Feb 13
Hi champoy.
Well to do business you need to have knowledge. For the kind of work you are starting I think you should be aware of marketing knowledge. First of all you should realize what the target group of your product is ?? Who would use your product? And among them who will be willing to buy it?? Carpet bombing is a very inefficient way of doing things. I suggest you to study a book called Marketing Management by Philip Kotler. It is considered as the bible of marketing. Anyways have a nice day and all the best with your business plans..
SuperShames
@champoy186 (1638)
• Philippines
19 Feb 13
I think I also have to study marketing for my business. I hope that book you mentioned is available in my town. Thank you for you good inputs. Have a nice day!
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@SuperShames (780)
• India
15 Mar 13
Hi champoy.
How is it going? Did you make any progress? And did you find the book I suggested. It is such a common book that you will find anywhere. I am sure you might have found it. At least in Library, I am sure you will get it.
Have a nice day ...
@donatello123 (326)
• Philippines
25 Feb 13
Starting a business is not an easy thing. You need to have a lot of preparation and a lot of brainstorming. However there are just lucky individuals who did not plan the success of their business. My brother and I own a training center. The business was really unplanned it is just that we just need to have a room for our students. My brother just used to work as an instructor in a training center last year but he had some arguments with the owner. Immediately we reviewed everything that we can do to accommodate his students. Luckily, we were able to borrow some money to rent for a classroom. And from there, the training center improved year after year.
@champoy186 (1638)
• Philippines
25 Feb 13
Wow good for you. I am quite desperate now to start a business because I am planning to quit from my work. I wish you the best for your business. May the two of you succeed.
@ARIES1973 (11426)
• Legaspi, Philippines
20 Feb 13
Hi champoy!
If you want to start a business about laptop bags. I would suggest that you should also include other items that can be used together with laptops. Try to include as many items as possible so that whenever a client would come to your place, they will not be looking for other places because you could already offer them everything that they need.
By the way, are you selling these items offline?
Have a nice day!
@champoy186 (1638)
• Philippines
25 Feb 13
I just bought the laptop bags at the mall. I don't include yet some accessories because this is my first time in business. Maybe one day, when this business succeeds. I am also selling it to my friend. Unfortunately, it can't fit her Ipad.
@greenthumb018 (595)
• Philippines
19 Feb 13
Starting a business is really hard. I love clothes and accessories so that's what I sell. I started with making my own but I got so tired so I looked for someone who sells wholesale and I'm reselling the items. I do all by myself. Changing tags, packaging, inventory etc. I also have a food cart but I am able to hire an crew for that but still, I do the inventory everyday.
If you want to sell something, I think you should also consider what people would like to buy almost everyday. It is very important to have sales everyday. Be consistent in your products. Only sell quality items because the moment people found out that you're selling cheap products, they will stop buying and worse, blog you on the net. But if your products are good, then you'll get good reviews and eventually, you'll find yourself having regular clients. If you still have extra money, don't just go for sling bags, look for other items too like bag accessories or anything that is in line of your interest. People tend to get bored easily. If you're selling online, your pictures must be great. I also post some delivery pictures and payment proofs so that people will know that I don't deceive them and I really deliver what they paid for.
@champoy186 (1638)
• Philippines
19 Feb 13
thanks greenthumb for your great comment. I learn a lot from you. There is no doubt that you are successful now in your business. I will keep that in mind. Thanks