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.
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NAICS: 331 Primary Metal Manufacturing Description: Aerospace, Medical + Dental manufacturer |
| Well the business goal was to have more flexablility with our schedules and provide for our family. It's what we both knew,we inherited extra money and decided to put it into a business. |
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2011-10-13 21:51:25 |
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NAICS: 311 Food Manufacturing Description: Ice cream manufacturing plant |
| Since childhood, I am always fascinated by ice cream. About 15 years prior to opening my business, I been working as production manager to one Fortune 250 Company in Los Angeles. Every summer, I always find a way to make ice cream for family & friends. It was something that I truly enjoy doing. My initial goal is to establish an Ice Cream Store. After a careful consideration and analysis, I decided to build an ice cream manufacturing plant with unlimited output compare to the ice cream store. It has also an unlimited growth potential. |
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2011-10-13 21:34:23 |
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NAICS: 327 Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing Description: Custom Tile Manufacturing |
| My father was approached to manufactor with the Owners of B&W Tileworks. Our initial goal was to manufacture and expand to supply for everyone in the united states, but as two seperate companies. |
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2011-10-13 21:14:02 |
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NAICS: 812 Personal and Laundry Services Description: Nail Salon |
| I was interested because I am into beauty and fashion and there was low competition in the area. |
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2011-10-13 21:09:31 |
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NAICS: 531 Real Estate Description: Real estate Rental buisness |
| 3.How did you decide to get into this type of business, and what was your initial goal? Answer:I had mentors and close friends that motivated me to buy real estate. i had my career in law enforcement at this time of my life. My friends encouraged me to think big and i did. My goal was to become successful in business so that when I retired, I would be financial comfortable and secure. |
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2011-10-13 20:40:10 |
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NAICS: 561 Administrative and Support Services Description: Gardening Service |
| The reason I decided to get into this business is that I’ve always enjoyed taking care of my own yard and when I had the opportunity to do it full time it simply made sense to enter this profession. My initial goal was to maximize profit. |
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2011-10-13 20:39:44 |
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NAICS: 541 Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Description: EHR Solutions Provider |
| I decided to get into this type of business based on the success of my other business; we decided to model this new venture after it. The main difference is the software and the industry, but our willingness to provide excellent customer service remains the same. No real goal, because sky's the limit! |
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2011-10-13 20:30:58 |
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NAICS: 711 Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries Description: Band/Event Promoter |
| I used to be in a band and it was kind of hard getting my bands music recognized and getting into decent concert venues. This business helps me meet new musicians that want to get recognized in order to get into decent venues. My initial goal was to make more music and go on tour with other great bands out there. |
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2011-10-13 20:20:21 |
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NAICS: 311 Food Manufacturing Description: Falafel Chips producer |
| The initial goal was to create a fresh, new product that is great-tasting as well as being good for you. After a few years of research and development, we were able to come up with Falafel Chips. After creating the product, we figured the best way to get it out there is to get into the Snack Industry and continue to find ways to be innovative and produce other food/snack products. |
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2011-10-13 20:18:36 |
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NAICS: 453 Miscellaneous Store Retailers Description: food and household products and dog food |
| My dream was to become a lawyer and I still pursue this endevor. My father suddenly died when I was 22 and I was his oldest son. This was his business and I felt a absolute responsibility to keep my fathers business growing. I also had a little sister to make sure was taken care of. I continue with my fathers format of his business but have continued to grow focus on my relationships with vendors as this has allowed for my business to continue to maintain and prosper during this tough economy. |
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2011-10-13 19:38:49 |
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