Nickname: Jen Elci

Review: There are so many companies out there who assist in the design / development of these types of ideas! It is hard to decide which one to work with. Some charge an arm and a leg, which I can?t give considering I need both sets. Yet, others charge very little and yield nothing, so I ended up having wasted my time and my limited funds! The one company that I did finally work with, which had the right flexibility on the budget and perfect client understanding was Turin Design. They were realistic as to what I needed and how I would be able to achieve my goals. In fact, they helped see the potential of my idea in a better light. They became more like partners and they handled product details, graphics, packaging and even guided me in regards to the retailers. Although my idea was small, I never felt that way. It is important to have confidence and belief in yourself, your idea and the team that is going to help you succeed.

Date reviewed: Feb 10, 2009 9:15 PM

Nickname: JB

Review: This information is very valuable to those who are uninformed. I tend to think a little outside the normal box that others find themselves in. I believe that there is no one way to do things. Sure there are tried and true processes; however, remember new processes can be created. Take for instance blogging. Now if you listened to the "experts," this type of communication never should have taken off (especially for a company to use it)--too time consuming, how can you make money writing about what you do everyday. Today, companies, individuals, etc. of all sizes are realizing that having a blog is good business. So I say, whatever idea you come up with, use what processes are out there to help take a step forward, but also create your own process. Sure you can waste money, but nothing in business is guaranteed (New Coke, old Coke--and they have all the money and marketing one would ever need!). So go for it, you never know what type of success the universe has in store for you!!!

Date reviewed: Jun 6, 2007 2:48 AM

Nickname: Beo

Review: What's new in this?

Date reviewed: Dec 22, 2006 12:20 PM

Nickname: thenetworkhub.ca

Review: This is so right on, total must read for all entrepreneurs who go into business for themselves, especially the little bit about freelance venture or entrepreneurial venture. That alone is gold. Understanding which business is your business model can definitely help to give the startup some direction on how to manage the business. Right on Seth!

Date reviewed: Nov 14, 2006 8:02 AM

Nickname: IMRAN.COM

Review: My idea is to give common sense "advice" and be called an expert for it so smart people will buy my books while I sleep. When I wake up, I can write some more. Sure, the advice is "common sense" in this article, but it may be totally inapplicable to someone who cannot start without funding. Try to imagine selling a new kind of chip or new kind of service business that requires an investment of $1 million just to start. So, who's got that cash lying in the home? Maybe in the fridge if you're a crooked politician. Imran

Date reviewed: Aug 18, 2006 6:49 AM

Nickname: ray

Review: We (86theincumbent.com) are not wing nuts from the left, right, or the center. You might call us political aethists. Our mission has been to pay attention, remember, and do what all patriots and Americans should do and hold all of our elected officials accountable for their actions, non-actions, reckless spending, and broken promises. As the old saying goes, "If it's broke fix it." That means whether you are a Republican, Democrat, Independent or Green, it really does not matter. Just go to the polls on a Tuesday in November and vote against whoever is in office. That will show the entire political system that you have a heartbeat, pay taxes, and can make a difference if you choose--and it is your choice!

Date reviewed: May 30, 2006 3:56 AM

Nickname: MarketingJock

Review: Spot on! Ultimately a solid entrepreneurial venture needs a solid business model and a compelling, differentiated product. Yes, focus groups are wasteful and not predictable. However, I urge entrepreneurs to get objective consumer/purchaser reaction to "would you buy this" early in the process. Entreprenurial passion for ideas must be balanced with an objective assessment of real world saleability.

Date reviewed: May 13, 2006 9:30 PM

Nickname: Gacheri

Review: More Solid than most start up articles. The distinction between freelancing and enterpreneural venture is something that never occured to me. You're in it for fun or passion, but show me the money, because the former will not put food on the table.

Date reviewed: Apr 19, 2006 7:06 PM

Nickname: Ditto

Review: Gee, we needed an expert to tell us that?

Date reviewed: Apr 18, 2006 11:39 PM

Nickname: teco

Review: Great concept: freelance venture vs entrepreneurial venture. I will have to think about that one. Nice distinction.

Date reviewed: Apr 18, 2006 4:58 AM