Business Starting Grants

Business Idea? OK, i've been running some ideas by my friends and professionals, and it seems I have a good idea for a legitamate business. Problem is, I don't have near the startup capital required. Can anyone help me find means of funding? Serious, detailed answers only please. I need actual sources, not ideas.

business idea?????????? Hi, I know that no one wants to give away a great business idea if they have one, but just thought id ask for some ideas, tips or any info you could give me. I want to live in thailand, im only 20 but i love it there. im half thai half kiwi, can speak thai fluently read it and write it. thanks for any help in advance. also how much do people earn teaching english? and would i need a certificate to do so?

Business idea? Does anyone have a Unique business idea??

How to protect a business idea when pitching the idea to a potential customer? I have been working on a business idea relating to development of a web-based software application to improve efficiency of the customer's businesses that I will be selling the product to. I'm wondering how best to protect myself from my potential customers from taking the idea after I pitch it to them and developing the software themselves. Any thoughts?

How do you go about selling a business idea? Can you sell a business idea? Say you have an idea for a business, but don't have the money to do it. Can you just sell the idea? Where?

How do I get funding for a business idea from an existing company? I have a business idea and a plan in place. I just need funding and resources. I've found some companies that would be perfect in providing my business proposal the funding and resources it needs. How should I go about approaching said companies properly while at the same time protecting my business idea?

How do you launch unique business or marketing idea? Let's imagine that I have come up with a novel business idea and want get it off the drawing board and into the market-place. I have little money to invest and cannot reach the decision makers of any Corporate entities which may show interest. I am naturally interested in making money out of my idea and thus have reservations about revealing too much information until I hold some kind of formal agreement which gives me the necessary protection. My suspicion, seeing as we have about 6,5 billion people on the planet, is that 99,999% of so called unique ideas are a load of 'unowat', but by the same token, there are possibly 6,500 really good ideas out there which have the potential of making millions. So good people, what do I do with my unique business / marketing idea? This particular one could be directly linked to the 2008 Beijing Olympics as I believe it holds a strong element of 'international appeal' but time is running out for this option.

What's the best business idea in Subic Bay Zambales Philippines? Me and my family is planning on going back to the Philippines and probably stay there for good but we were thinking about having a business in Subic,I asked because i have no idea what's the best business i can able to have, I think this question is only for those who currently live there in Subic or those who knew the place.Thanks in advance.

How difficult is it to get funding for a big business idea? Two of my friends want to start an international company based in the USA which will require a couple of million dollars to start. To give you a brief background about them, they're both Ivy League graduates - very smart people. Both of them make nice six-figure salaries working for big organizations. However, they've never started a business before, never ran a multimillion dollar entity nor do they have a lot of business collateral. They haven't done anything to start the business yet and have no track record of it being profitable (or successful). But, their business plan is rock solid and really good. They have already assembled a terrific team that will help them with their endeavor. So, what do you think are their chances of receiving funds for their business idea?

How to find out if my business idea will work? I have a business idea that my friends seem to think is a great idea. How can i find out if the public would enjoy coming to my business? The idea is unique to any place I've seen before and my targeted audience is mainly males above the age of 20. I'm looking for strategies to find out if my audience likes it not whether you like it

How would I go about selling a business idea to somebody? I have an idea for a business; however, I don't have any money to make this business into anything. I think the idea itself could become something with a person that has the money or the time to deal with lawyers and paperwork. Is there any way or place where people can buy an idea from somebody else to do what they wished with it? If so, is there a way I could be his/her partner and get a percentage of the profit, or once I sell it is it their idea completely?

What business idea could I use for my BTEC Buisness Studies Course? Hi in unit 10 of the BTEC business you have to 'make up your own buisness idea' I want my idea to be low cost and easy to set up. I also want it to be a rather unique idea. Any Clues for a unique business idea people? Thanks

How can I sell my business idea to some finance or insurance company in India? I have a business idea which is related to finance and insurance due to lack of sufficient fixed capital i want to sell my idea to some finance or insurance company. How can I do it?

How can i get funding for my business idea? I have an idea for a business revolving around the food industry and the supply of food to consumers. The business is concerned about ensuring minimal environmental damage during its operation and uses some unique recycling and environmentally sound processes. I am in the process of putting together a business plan and would like to know how I can go about looking to secure funding to get the business off the ground? This is potentially an international venture and could have huge potential. Thanks in advance.

How to know if my business idea already exists? Basically, I have an idea or a business which I think is unique and could work. However, how do I check that it's not already being done by someone else? Also, how do I know that there isn't some sort of patent or copyright protection owned by someone else? How do I check that no one else has come up with my idea?

What are the steps to get a great business idea from your head to reality? Who do you go to for help? I have a great idea but don't know the steps to take or where to go from here.?. I've done some research checking on other businesses that are similar and taken some notes. Do I contact the Small Business sumpin or other? Do I contact an attorney b4 someone takes my idea? Help : )

Can you please offer some advice on my business idea? Hi, Can you please offer any advice on my business idea? Do you forsee any problems please? I have this idea for a small business. I have done some research, and found that there may be a demand for this product. I want to create a small electronic device, that people can use to experiment with high frequency sound. I am planning to just sell a small transducer (to create the sound) and a photo copy of a plan for an amplifier (plus circuit diagram) which people could take to any electronics technician, like and electrician and have built. Once I pay to have the transducer designed, it should be able to be built for under $20us pc in asia. The complete package that I sell (just transducer and photo coppies) should be no larger than a packet of cigarettes, and weigh less than 200g. I should be able to ship it cheaply through the standard mail to just about anywhere in the world. I am hoping to sell this product for under $100us. There are some possible legal issues with the final product having the possibility of being abused. It could be used to harass people and possibly cause accidents, so I am going to go to a consumer goods solicitor to have a short contract drawn up to supply with the shipped item. Also, the device may have enough power to deafen someone if aimed at their face so I am going to recommend hearing protection. Additionally the device may have enough power to paralyse someone if used in a certain way. Also, the device could inadvertently electrocute the person using it, so I am going to have it designed to run on a 12volt input, have some insulation added to the outside of the transducer, and try to get the engineer to reduce the current whilst maintaining voltage, in an effort to salvage as bigger percentage of the power as possible, and hopefully reduce the power to a non lethal level. Also, I am going to have a clause written into the contract to cover this. I am hoping to market my product directly on ebay and possibly open a yahoo store. Also, I would like to wholesale it to a number of parties who may be interested in distributing it. This is just an idea at the moment and may take a long time to develop. In the interim, I am planning to experiment with the smallest 15kHz transducer I can find, and hopefully I can get some firmer ideas about frequency and power. Can you guys please offer any ideas or suggestions about my business idea? Do you forsee any problems please? I think the main issue is not so much the danger of this product itself, as insulation can be used, and reduced power specifications can be determined for the transducer. The main issue seems to be with the danger of high frequency sound between 15kHz and 20kHz and the high level of sensitivity humans seem to have to it. As far as I can see there are no reputable published research articles on this which I can find on the web. I find this fact very surprising when one considers all the implications. Some possiblilities are that high frequency sound could be used as a harassment method (can go through wall of a house), to cause an accident (like a car accident), or in some cases even temporarily paralyse someone. The noise pollution could keep people awake for extended periods of time, it could prevent people from being able to study, and generally prevent a landlord or person renting a property from having "the right to enjoyment of the land" the main founding real estate principle. I think it would be the responsiblity of someone selling this device to include some information about the dangers of high frequency sound between 15kHz and 20kHz. I will have to speak to a consumer goods solicitor about having a short contract of warning about the dangers. I think I will also have to speak with the govt. dept. which manages business and product safety in my state. Also, even if it is legal for me to sell in my state, I may have to check with a solicitor how I can sell it overseas on the web.

What is a good money making, sustainable business idea for Baja California Sur Mexico? I am from Canada, and I am visiting, Cabo, La Paz, Todo Santos etc. And I would like to put some money into a good business idea. What does this area need the most? What would be a good money maker? It doesn't have to be an original idea, just something that we take for granted back home, that may make a lot of money down here. Any thoughts? Thanks.

Is there any place to discuss a business idea with possible investors without getting your idea stolen? I have what I think will be a great business idea, but I don't have a clue how to get it started. Is there anyone who could help?

I have a business idea for companies want to sell their products in India? The idea is about a Product Promotion, Distribution, Sales & Agent services company. We will exhibit your products in several Indian Business shows, distribute your catalouges to prospective customers, display your products round the year in a Showroom in Delhi. Please advise is this sounds interesting, we can share more details with you. Please let me know if this is something which can work out.

what is the best way to obtain venture capital for a business idea? I am looking for a guide on how to approach Venture capital firms with an idea for a business in the technology sector.

Question about how to start a business without someone stealing the idea? I have a business idea that I think will be really good. I've checked around and there's nothing like it in my location, although there is something similar in various parts of the country (and they seem to be pretty successful). I asked an old employer of mine how I should go about doing market research to see if this is a viable idea, and he told me to talk with the potential clients to see if this would be something they'd even be interested in - have a presentation ready along with a sample of the product. I'm in the process of getting ready to do that, but my concern is that the type of biz it is would be very easy to hijack, especially for the clients - they could actually incorporate this idea into their existing business with little to no extra effort. I'm afraid that if I go in and offer this service, they'll just say no thanks, turn around and do it in-house. How can I protect myself? Oh, and btw, "stoner" - get off the pipe man. I came up with this idea *on my own* - and when I began researching it, I found that there was something *similar* in other parts of the country. So no, "dude," I didn't steal it. If you had any brain cells left in your head, you'd see that my *main* problem is that I don't want to go in and basically hand over an idea that I've worked to perfect. Now, git on back to that bong, boy, and leave the hard work to the thinkin' folk...

Are business plan idea safe to send to venture capitalist firms? I am looking to send a business idea to a venture capitalist firm, and dont know if its possible for them to simply steal the idea from me and produce it themselves. Is there anything I can do to safeguard this from happening?

Is there anyone i can consult with about a business idea? I have an idea for a business, but i don't have anyone to talk to about it. I want to see if its a good idea and get a plan together. I don't have a lot of money,so I don't want to pay a lot for someone to consult with.

How do I find someone to invest in a Business idea? I have an idea for a business that I'm confident would be successful. Are there investors out there who might listen to the idea and be willing to help? I'm not sure how to get started.

Can anyone help me think of an interesting business idea? Maybe a business that is non existent. Or a business idea inspired by a certain trend. For eg, in taiwan, there is this place that sells low calorie meals and provides services of sending over to places. Whether its the office or house, and the meals are for people who want to slim down. I'm looking for a similar idea like this, just any interesting business.

How do I go about getting a patent for a product/business idea in the US? I have no idea where to start.? I have what I think is a great business idea - and that is it. I have no other clue how to get started but someone suggested I patent the idea first. I looked at government Patent Office website, but it all looks totally greek to me! Would I need a patent attorney to help me through the process? Any suggestions would be most welcome.

How do i protect a business idea? I have a great business idea but i cant give it out until i protect it. So how do i legally protect it in USA?

Can anyone give me any business idea that can be done at home spending 4-5 hours a day? I am 48 yrs old & I have a free time.I want to utilize this time for earning some extra income. Although I am a teacher I do not like to give private coaching.So I need to engage myself in some other productive activities which will help me for increasing future efficiency in other areas as well as fill my pocket in an honest way.If any one can help me by giving any positive idea of doing business from home,I will remain grateful to you!

Is my business idea protected if I send it off to multiple companies while looking for start-up funds? I went to send my business plan to people and corporations around the US to get funding for my plan. Can they go off and steal my idea? I haven't applied for any legal copyrights or anything...this is just on my own

How Do I Promote My Business Idea? I have a business idea that I think will be successful. However, I do not know how to manufacture products. I can design the products, but have no capabilities of creating them. How can I sell my business idea? Let's pretend it's shoes. A certain kind of shoe that many people need and many aren't available like this. Both men & women can use these shoes. I can create various colors of the shoes and a few alternative styles of the shoes, but I can't make the shoes myself. What do I do?

How do I turn my idea into business reality? I have a business idea but I don't have the technical skills to turn it into reality, where can I turn to?

What is the best way to protect a new business Idea? Can you get a design patent on a business idea? Copy right? Trade mark?

How do I legally protect a business idea? I had an idea for a business and I would like to keep from being copied.

I need help to make my business plan idea work? I have a business plan/idea which is selling product online. But I have a problem in trying to take this idea to the next step. At this moment its just a business idea nothing more at this stage so I can't effort to pay an advisor. so who can I turn to change this into action?

Would a Non Disclosure Agreement protect me from my partner from running away with my business idea? I am planning on discussing a business idea with my partner but I am afraid that they might just take the idea and cut me out of the circle. If a NDA will not do this then what type of document should I use?

How do I know who I can trust with my business idea? I have an idea about a new financial product but I will require complex financial modelling to work out threshold. It will be hard for me to do it alone although I could try and read up lots. I am thinking of asking my friend(whos into finance) and my Finance Lecturer who might know something. However I do not know if they can be trusted in the sense that they have friends of their own and they might just go ahead with my idea without me. And if we put it into action, and manage to start our own business, how can we prevent the Banks and Insurance companies from following suit. There is no way I can think of to protect my idea. How unfortunate. How can I ensure that I benefit from my idea and exclude others from it.

What's the best way for people who work full-time to make progress on a business idea? If a group of people have a great business idea but also work full-time (different companies) and have a hard time devoting time regularly to the new idea, does anyone know from experience creative ways to allocate time and facilitate communications? We currently feel like we're not getting anywhere and things are dragging out, but we know it's hard to do 2 jobs at the same time.

Where should we start with our business idea? My friend and I are 17, are entering our senior year and would really love to eventually open a coffee stand in our beach community that show cases local music artists and supports different causes. We know this is quite ambitious so we would like to start with a smaller idea that can later expand. The question we have is "what"? The only idea we have been able to come up with thus far are painted Ts (as my friend is an incredible artist). Do you have any ideas?? (And all business advice is welcome as well) Thanks!!

What do I need to find a legitimate investor for my business idea? I found a great need for a business I would like to open in my area, but I have little capital to start. What do I need to do to find investors (how should I prestent my idea so that it looks professional ).

I have several good business ideas that I will need investors for how do I protect my idea from theft? I have many good business concepts and ideas that I will need to have financially backed...I don't want to put my ideas out there trying to get financial backing and have the possible investor just take my idea and run with it themselves..how do I protect myself from this happening..any input would be appreciated. Thanks, Take care!

What is the first step after a great business idea is thought of? Handling a business is what I have been doing since I finished high school but I've always wanted to own my own. I have so many idea's but I do not know how to make any progress

How to protect my online business idea from being stolen? I'm working on starting my online business website, but I need to hire a software engineer from outside. how can I make sure that he wont steal the program's idea for his own?

How to develop a Marketing concept about a new business idea? I have a business idea that I want to work at, but my boss wants me to present to him the Marketing concept first, i don’t how to start?

What do you do when you have this fantastic business idea but no money? I have this restaurant idea that I know the town I live in is screaming for something like that. European style....... Would I have to find investors? Where do you even start to look for these investors? Are there any small business loans for foreign nationals?

Where can I get a loan for a small business idea? I have a good idea for a small business. It should cost about $15000.00 or maybe less. My credit is not good. I need some good advise please.

How do you take a "business idea" to the next level? Say you have a vague idea for a great business. What steps should you take to make it a reality?

who and how would I hire someone to make software program for a business idea I have? I have a certain business idea but need a certain software to gather certain data from businesses that transfers it to my website. Who would I contact to develop such a software for say 5% of the gross profit of my business for the first 2 years?

Can someone give me a good Business Idea that I can start up? Can someone give me a good Business Idea that I can start up, I need to do it for my Uni work? Its well overdue :( I just need something simple, but innovative. Thanks

How do you protect a business idea? If you have an invention you can get it patented. But what if you have a business idea that requires a bunch of experts in different fields to come together to impliment it. What keeps them from just copying the idea and competing against you with your own idea?

Where can I find investors for a business idea that I have? Hello, I have a question about computer programming. I am a college student and I have been developing an idea I’ve had about a business website. For several months now, I have pretty much completed the basic concept of the site and have been designing the web pages of my future website. The entire project is nearly completed in that stage at this point. My problem, now, is this: I don’t have much professional expertise about computer programming itself and I would need the participation of professional computer programmers to be able to eventually launch this site. But it’s not as if I have the financial luxury to be able to employ people right now. So what I’d like is to find an outlet through which I can safely introduce my idea to professional computer programmers/web business experts and gain partnership. Does anyone have any good ideas where I can gain access to such resources? Thank you. All answers will be much appreciated.

I need a Business partner to help invest in a very good business idea? I do not have any capital..or property but a very, very good idea. I have been thinking about the idea for some time now and have refined my plan to the extent that I would just like to be able to get it off of the ground. Unfortunately I have no business background [solely Law] whichis also part of the reaosn why I needed a partner as well. I am determined that this will not fail... Where do I turn to...?? I am really worried that if I do not pursue this quickly that someonelse will come in and plug the gap in the market! P.S For all those who will say businesses fail in the first years or that everyone thinks they have a good business idea, all I can say is that at least I am trying to take the initiative and that I do not fold that easily. I know my idea is good... very good.. P.S I have already spoken to 2 very established business men about this idea... both friends [who I would never borrow money from] and they have both said that the idea is very good! For those who say "everyone thinks their idea is good I am not at all affected as I know my idea is good and very profitable!"

How do i turn my cosplay cafe business idea into a reality? Well ive always dreamed of owning my own cafe and my little sis recently gave me the idea of making a cosplay cafe. right now im a college student going for my associates nursing degree but i would really appreciate your opinion on what steps i should take to start this business sometime in the future. for all you anime fans out there i hope you can support me seeing as how there are hasrdly any (if at all) in Dallas :) Thanks again.

How do i protect my business idea, before starting out? I believe I have an excellent idea for a new business or I could even link it to an already established company. As a single mum I can recieve some assistance through centrlink. Before I go approaching anyone I would like to know how to protect my Idea incase it really takes off!! Also any other advice re funding etc. would be appreciated as I have no capital.

How to get a unique business idea protected by national patent? Hello to all friends I am a business enterpreneure and wish to get my unique business idea protected by patent. can anybody help me in this regard? Thanks to all

How about selling hookas, bongs, pipes in a mall booth? Do you think its a good business idea? What could go w? How about selling hookas, bongs, pipes in a mall booth? Do you think its a good business idea? What could go wrong?

How about selling hookas, bongs, pipes in a mall booth? Do you think its a good business idea? How about selling hookas, bongs, pipes in a mall booth? Do you think its a good business idea? What could go wrong?

Does anyone have a really good business idea that involves the internet? Does anyone have a really good business idea that involves the internet? I really need an idea for the upcoming deca competition... Don't say porn, its already been used way too much

What's an awesome business idea for my Entrepreneurship class? What's an awesome business idea for my Entrepreneurship class? I have to pitch an idea in front of the class of a business I'd like to open that would surely be successful. I have about a minute, the idea needs to be rather unique and creative. I'm totally stuck :( Please help me out! Thanks!!

Business idea? I have a idea for a new business, but i don't know how to get it started. Is there some place or someone I can sell my idea to and get some of the profit?

How about selling hookas, bongs, pipes in a mall booth? Do you think its a good business idea? What could go w? How about selling hookas, bongs, pipes in a mall booth? Do you think its a good business idea? What could go wrong? Nebraska........

I have a great business idea, but I need help to achieve and build my restaurant. How do I find funding? I am new to business....as a matter of fact, I don't know really anything about business. I have a great idea for a business. I know it would succeed, but I just need funding. I don't anywhere near the amount of money to fund this project. What is the process of finding someone, or an organization to fund this project?

What do you think of my small business idea? Would you pay for this? My husband and I have been brainstorming ideas to start our own small business. We thought about creating a vacation and travel planning service. How this would work, is that we would have each client fill out a questionnaire detailing what their interests were, what kind of dining, entertainment, activity level, budget, and other preferences they had, and then we would completely design a trip for them to the destination of their choice. It would include a day-to-day itinerary of where to stay, eat, relax, be entertained, and cultural activities tailored to their preferences and budget. We would book hotels, make in-country travel arrangements, the whole nine yards. All they would have to do would be to show up, and experience their dream vacation. We would do all the legwork and research. Would you pay for this? Do you think this is a good idea? How would we market this?

I have a great business idea! How can i get a business loan if i have bad credit? I really have a great business idea and have always wanted to do this , but unfortanetly certain circumstances pulled me away. Now that I am 100% ready to do this.my bad credit is going to get in the way of me being able to get a loan, and I don't know where to start! I am looking for serious information that can really help me.Please!

If you have a crazy online business idea, but do not have the manpower or money, where do you go? Also, If my idea requires experts (say, webdesigners, programmers) to program the site, or creating a "partnership" with unkown people or organizations, how do you prevent the idea from being stolen? can you patent, copyright an online business idea? Please do not post sites to "scams". Thank you.

business idea? i need a business name for a soft furnishing company my name is mahmoud by the way

How do i sue a company/person that stole my business idea? I submitted my business idea to a company who said they loved it and would look into it. They cut-off communications, and then acted on my business proposal. Im very angry and sad that they did this. * How do i sue the company? * HOW DO I SUE THE INDIVIDUAL? on what grounds? * Can i get legal aid? Where can i get further information? (im based in the UK) Im really serious about this so any help is really appreciated.

I got an email about an idea to be in the credit card processing business. What do you guys think? Have any of you had experience in this idea or know someone that has? Give me some feedback please. I am trying to some homework on some of the various at home business ideas for extra income.

What do you think of this business idea? My friend has a business idea that is similar to a news website however, instead of professional journalist writing the articles I want regular people to write articles (possibly upload youtube videos)giving all sorts of different opinions. There will be a small cost which would be mostly to save the site from spammers and people just messing around (i.e. $5 for unlimited articles for a month and $50 for unlimited articles for year). What do you think any opinions? All voices are welcome. Thank you for your time in advance.

I have an amazing business idea how do I find financing? I'm looking to start a business with this amazing idea I have but sad to say my credit isn't the best. How can I find financing or Venture Capitalists and investors? I don't want my ideas taken over I just want an investor that believes in the product and the leadership behind it. yeah I definately can't say the idea on here i'd have to make a confidentiality agreement with the whole internet..lol

What do you think of my business idea? My idea is to find the best tutors in my area, combined with the cheapest rates and set up a business where I advertise and people call me for a recommendation for tutoring. I would keep contact to hear feedback and I would interview tutors. I could either charge the tutors or the people looking for tutors. Is this already being done? I would be providing referrals for private at-home tutors mostly. I have many ways of finding these tutors. It can be difficult to find a good tutor. Most people rely on personal recommendations from people they know and trust. I went to find a good calculus tutor to replace myself and it took me 3 hours to find the first well-qualified individual. About 6-8 hours before I was satisfied that I had found one of the best in my area for an affordable price. Another reason this would be good is that in my experience (as a tutor) nobody wants to negotiate prices with me, as it probably seems distasteful to do so. With my service they could be more confident they're not getting ripped off.

how do I get my great business idea out there for investors to see with out some one taking my idea? I have this great Internet business idea that has never been done. I know that it is a great idea. How do I get it out there for investors to see without someone taking my idea?