pinkyrox28 — Tue, 05 Dec 2006 03:58:20 +0000

So, it’s been a few days since you’ve heard from me. Hopefully you’ve been reading Carolynn’s account of our adventures at www.hundredollarbusiness.wordpress.com. Today, December 4th was my second day at the kiosk. I was there from 9:15 til about 6:00… long day. I was alone for most of the time and had a great time talking to customers and selling the products. It makes such a difference when you believe in the product and have ownership of the business- it’s a great motivator! It was pretty slow today and I was pretty dissapointed with the sales, but I know that it will get better. We had a bit of a slow start this morning- Carolynn was up all night (til 6:00 this morning) working on business stuff and she fell asleep. So, when I got to the mall, I didn’t have keys to open everything up and I couldn’t get a hold of Carolynn. I was really worried, but she came through and we got everything rolling. Poor Carolynn was exhausted and a little discourages, but had a great day working with vendors and came back with her normal positive, go get ‘em attitude. I think that having a positive and confidence outlook is really vital to a business. I think that is part of the reason this idea is a reality.

Due to our tight budget I have really been focused on networking to get the word out. I have been calling or talking to anyone I can and fortunately all of my friends have been really supportive, and actually excited about this adventure! Fortunately, our blog has attracted some attention and we are hoping that this leads to more customers and supporters of the Hundred Dollar Business. Just to see the number of visits to the blog as well as the positive response from those who learn about the experiment have really helped me personally to stay motivated and focused on success!

Well, I have a paper to write… it’s a balancing act with school and work, but I love it!!

100 Dollar Business: The Beginning

pinkyrox28 — Fri, 01 Dec 2006 20:57:32 +0000

I was visiting my family for Thanksgiving when I recieved a call from Carolynn Duncan, whom I have worked with since May at two different companies. She told me of this idea she had… start a business with only a $100 investment and see what magic we can work in just one month! My immeadiate thoughts were positive and excited. It’s that adrenaline rush that comes with a challenge and adventure! I am a History major and until recently have had no real interest in business whatsoever. But that has changed and I find myself relating to those who find themselves lured in by entrepreneural ventures. It’s as if something is missing until you try- you give it your all just to see where it will take you. I have been able to do a lot of research on start-ups in the last couple months and have been exposed to world where I am totally out of my league, but still mesmorized. It was then that I realized that as a full-time student, in the middle of my junior year, approaching finals with a part-time job already, starting a business was probably the last thing I should be doing, but here I am. I will readily admit that Carolynn is really the force behind this business experiment and I am just helping where I can. But, seriously who could turn down an opportunity to turn $100 and a few weeks into something amazing?

As for the busines I am sure that you are just dying to hear what we are doing… So, we were able, through nothing short of miracles, to acquire a kiosk at the Provo Towne Center Mall. We have 5 awesome vendors and a variety of products ideal for the holiday season. Also, we have our “Secret Santa” delivery service. You can sign up at our kiosk to have Santa Claus pay a special visit to a friend, co-worker, relative, neighbor or even a perfect stranger.

Carolynn has been documenting the progress and miracles that have happened since the birth of this idea, as well info. on our products… you can find that at www.hundreddollarbusiness.wordpress.com. I highly suggest you check out what’s going on.

global rachelle

100 Dollar Business: The Beginning