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Any good business ideas for a small town along a major interstate?

kelli_sr02 asked:


I’m in a small town of about 3000 right along I-35. Does anyone have any suggestions for good small business ideas. I’ve considered a small internet cafe? Suggestions welcome

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One Response to “Any good business ideas for a small town along a major interstate?”

  1. grayquill2 Says:
    March 1st, 2010 at 4:58 pm

    First what is your market – this can not be the people who drive by on I-35. It has to be which people are the ones driving by and why would they want to stop.
    Second- What is the need you are filling. Is it really a need? Is there any way to test it before spending $$’s that could be lost? Is anyone else doing it in a similar type of location (Another small town) Interview that person or better yet several people in other small towns doing something like this or similar.
    Third. What are your resources – to sustain you. Do you have an income while you are getting started. I started a business once and I had little cash to start but I was able to work it part time for 18 months while I worked full time. I was able to reinvest any earnings back into my business.
    The internet cafe is an interesting idea but the cafe or the food I think is what will draw people in.
    Take a road trip and see what other people are doing and tell people straight up what you want to do and ask lots of questions. People love to help others.
    I am excited for you and a little jealous – Owning my business was the funnest thing I have have ever done. If you have other questions you can email me. Good Luck!