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Podcast · October 24, 2013

Dollars and Sense Show #2: Finding and testing a great idea for your micro business

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In this episode#2 of the Dollars and Sense Show host Carol Topp discusses

Finding and testing a great idea for your micro business

Based on her book Starting a Micro Business, Carol explains several ways to come up with a great micro business idea and then test that idea so it will be a success!

Listen to the show here

Show Notes:

How to come up with a great micro business idea:

  • See a need
  • Consider your interests
  • Consider your skills and talents
  • Brainstorm
  • Copy someone else: Go to MicroBusinessForTeens.com Idea page or the Micro Business Ideas Pinterest page!

How to test your idea: Do a mini market survey. Ask at least 5 potential customers if they need what you are offering, would they buy from you and what price they are willing to be paid.

You can conduct your survey in person, by email, on Facebook or with the help of mom and dad!

 

On the show Carol mentioned a YouTube video based on her book, Starting a Micro Business.

and her Pinterest page with lots of micro business ideas.

Learn more about starting and running a micro business and tune in for the next Dollars and Sense show on November 7, 2013 when Carol will discuss what a business plan can do for your micro business.

 

 

 

 

Related posts:

  1. Dollars and Sense Show # 1: What is a micro business and why is it such a great idea?
  2. How To Test a Micro Business Idea
  3. Pinterest and Your Micro Business Pt. 2
  4. Great Business Guide for Teens
  5. Pinterest and Your Micro Business Pt. 1

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