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1,308 entrepreneurs were asked: "How did you decide to get into this type of business, and what was your initial goal?" These were their responses, which can help us to try to figure out what type of business we might like to start. Please scroll below:

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NAICS: 541 Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Description: Advertising, Stock photography
I was originally a graphic designer so I often worked with programs such as Lightroom and Photoshop so I was already familiar with most tools that photographers would normally use. In time, I found that I could perform and market better than the photographers within my proximity; I was already introduced to film, the processes, and various types of cameras such as 35mm and 4x5 which made the transition a lot less time consuming and costly. That being said, I became a photographer going to fields like weddings, advertising, and stock photography. My main focus was on stock and advertising, but if time allowed I occasionally did weddings for some close people I knew so I did not deviate from my main fields, but still making money. Because of my advertising background, I also started getting into aerial photography, further opening my horizon and abilities as an entrepreneur.
Date Submitted: 2014-04-23 03:14:10
NAICS: 339 Miscellaneous Manufacturing
Description: Innovative equipment transport gear
“I had no idea that I’d ever be in my current role, and didn’t really have a goal in the beginning. At that time I was just happy to get a job although it became much more than that. I got involved with [name removed] by way of helping my friends get the company started. I helped them with different aspects of the business including management of product manufacturing. I quickly began to love my new job and the products we sold. This experience allowed me to learn about business skills. I eventually took on more and more responsibilities until I became the director of operations.”
Date Submitted: 2014-04-23 02:02:23
NAICS: 448 Clothing and Clothing Accessories Stores
Description: Women shoes
I got into this business by owning a clothing store years ago and we sold shoes on the side. The shoes sold faster than the clothes so we decided to bring the shoes to a larger scale. We also made relationships with the shoe vendors at this time so when we opened up the business solely for shoes, we already had the connections with some of the vendors. We also have a relative that had sold their business prior to us starting so they were able to help finance and help get our business started. Our initial goal is to be prosperous and to be able to provide for our family. We also thought that women should be able to wear the style of shoes they want at an affordable price.
Date Submitted: 2014-04-23 01:24:51
NAICS: 561 Administrative and Support Services
Description: Landscaping services
I was an experience landscape worker, but I was just an employee. I saw and admired how successful the business I worked for was. It was composed of teamwork, great organization, and services. This really interested me and inspired me. I liked the kind of job I was doing and how happy customers got after they received the service. I saved some money, and decided to start my own landscaping business. I had the support of family and friends. I knew I had the ability to manage and run this business because I had the knowledge and determination to make the business I wanted very successful. My initial goal was to become my own boss. I wanted to be the one in control. I also believed that by being my own boss I would improve my financial status.
Date Submitted: 2014-04-23 01:16:44
NAICS: 238 Specialty Trade Contractors
Description: Electrical contracting company.
I chose to become an electrician because it was something that I had always been interested in. My dad has been a general contractor for thirty years and has owned his own company since he was nineteen years old. Entrepreneurship runs in my blood. My entire family has worked for themselves, so it was a given that I would own my own company one day. From when I was nine years old I would go to job sites with my dad. My dad taught me everything he knows, except electrical work. This field fascinated me because my dad was intimidated with the danger associated with it. This is the reason I chose to become an electrician when I was nineteen. I started working for an electrical company called P.L Electric and I have recently taken over the company. My goal is to grow steadily while continuing to not get in over my head. I want to eventually be a large company but I want to keep personal relationships with all my customers. I also want to expand into the low voltage and communication spectrum of electrical services. This includes cable, phone, Internet, home sound systems, security, etc.
Date Submitted: 2014-04-23 01:14:23
NAICS: 424 Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
Description: Salad Dressing Manufacturer
I decided to get into the wholesaling business after my restaurant because in wholesaling, I feel like I have a lot more freedom as the owner. I have a lot more flexibility with owning my wholesale business. Owning a restaurant I had to be there everyday to make sure my employees were working and treating the customers well. On a day-to-day basis I worked eight to sixteen hours a day, seven days a week. My initial goal to opening my wholesale was like any other entrepreneur, to be successful. My priority now is to put one bottle into each American household. The great thing about having my wholesale is that each year my product is spreading to different parts of the country since I have started distributing to Costco.
Date Submitted: 2014-04-22 23:07:09
NAICS: 238 Specialty Trade Contractors
Description: heating ventilation air conditioning refrigeration
“I was working as a maintenance employee in an apartment complex in Miami Fla., and was always very interested to see outside service men in their work trucks. When they came to the complex to do repairs, I would watch and ask questions. After some time, I went to trade school, then began working for a few Air Conditioning Companies. I became a very good technician, acquired sales skills through classes and decided to do my own sells and profits. My initial goal was to become my own boss.”
Date Submitted: 2014-04-22 23:04:04
NAICS: 331 Primary Metal Manufacturing
Description: Steel Logistics
The way I got into this business was when I came from Mexico and needed to find a job, My brother in law offered me to start driving for his Truck driving company and this is where I learned, After a few years of experience I learned the potential that can come from hiring people to do the hard labor for you while you look for ways to expand your business. I met my wife and while she was at home calling companies for loads to deliver I was driving and looking for people that where willing to work for us for a steady stream of work. Once I started to have enough employees that would be able to keep the business afloat without me driving I started to focus more on developing relationships with companies. I got some lucky chances. My initial goal was just providing my family a better opportunity than I received. I had to grow up at an early age and had to figure out ways to survive. We do what we can and work hard.
Date Submitted: 2014-04-22 23:03:57
NAICS: 112 Animal Production
Description: pet grooming
Getting into my business I found enjoyment and clarity working with animals instead of with people. Animals brought me that feeling my helping the animal feel better about being in there own sink. Many people don't know that animals need to be groomed just like we all do when we get all freshen up we feel amazing so do your pets. My goal for my business was to bring happiness to my clients in the one thing I honestly enjoy doing. I never thought opening up my own grooming shop would bring me the feeling of achievement and accomplishing something for myself.
Date Submitted: 2014-04-22 22:38:08
NAICS: 722 Food Services and Drinking Places
Description: Taco Catering
The main reason for starting my business was the fact that i lost my job and needed a new one. Instead of looking for one i decided to create one. The love i had for cooking and parties gave me a crazy idea to start a catering business. In the beginning of the process i couldn't decide what kind of food i wanted to cater. Going to a wedding inspired me to head the taco direction because of the fact that everyone loves tacos. I mean who doesn't. My initial goal was to make enough money to live a comfortable life without having to worry of ever losing my job again. This time my job was in my control and in my hands. It honestly gave me great meaningful happiness in my life.
Date Submitted: 2014-04-22 22:35:17
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