How to Start a Concierge Business

Want to escape the rat race and start a business that requires virtually no capital? If you hate routines, then a concierge and errand business may be right for you. No formal training is necessary to become a concierge. A service once only available to prominent and first class hotels is now moving into the business world. Read the information below to find out how to start your own concierge and errand business.

Things You'll Need

• Computer with Internet access
• Website
• Car or some form of transportation
• Cellphone
• Voicemail
• Office supplies and stationary
• Fax
• Telephone with two or three lines
• Color printer
• Business cards

Instructions

1. Go to Entrepreneur.com and type in the words ¨Personal Concierge¨ in the search box, then press the red ¨Search¨ button.

2. Click on the ¨How to Be a Personal Concierge - Entrepreneur.com¨ link. Read and review all relevant pages and information.

3. Fill out business license application and all other forms required by federal, local and city government.

4. Ensure that you have all the supplies and equipment listed under the "Things" heading of this article.

5. Purchase magnetic signs to place on both sides of your vehicle, or buy vinyl letters and numbers to stick your company name and phone number on the rear window.

6. Decide on pricing. Certain concierge services have a fixed hourly rate.

7. Visit your local Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club. Attend their meetings and hand out business cards.

8. Spread the word about your new business to all important people and business owners in your community. Offer them a discounted or free service and ask for referrals.

9. Offer clients a certain number of errands and services for a flat monthly membership fee.

10. Guarantee to make every one of your customers feel like a VIP and watch your business boom quickly.

Resources

• Learn about concierge businesses at Entrepreneur.com.