Things You'll Need:
- pc
- phone
- good phone service
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Step 1
Polyclay jewelry,earrings,2 pendants on chain..I made this!Start NOW!
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Step 2
Make money at home!Ask self what do you like to do? What inspires you or who? What are your interests? What wouldn't you mind doing all day for money?
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Step 3
"Catskills from Olana" , my water color paintingwhat do you do best? What do you do better than anyone you know? What do you get compliments about?
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Step 4
'Sunset', acrylic painting by moi. Artzstuf is my web site and company name.Do it Now! Don't delay or procrastinate and say' I'll get to it later'. A lot of people are really good at things but are afraid to pursue them or take a risk of it not working out or losing what they have so they never get what they want!
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Step 5
cat who likes to read with book bag, acrylic painting by me.Go to the library. Research your desired field. Read all you can about it. Look at books,magazines,videos,etc. on topic.
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Step 6
photo of fish,good luck,feng shuiVisit others in your field like in my case, artists and jewelry designers. Ask questions. How did you get started? How are you doing financially? Nosey yes, but essential. If they say lousy and they are a great designer or artist then maybe you should reconsider this field n this economy! Just a thought,lol..
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Step 7
art,selfTake classes like in art such as painting,drawing,jewelry design, to see if you can do this and to hone your skill. Yes, you may be good at what you do but..you can always learn from someone else.
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Step 8
Seek advice from professionals in your field like merchants. See if they like your work and are willing to pay for it or display it on consignment in their shops.
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Step 9
Go to your local SBDC, Small Business Development Center. Ask to speak with an advisor. Tell them your business plans. Ask if they think they are realistic.
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Step 10
Take a class at the SBDC. Topics may include 'How to write a Business plan'.
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Step 11
Write an effective business plan.
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Step 12
need some pocket change?!After showing it to professionals like at the Chamber of Commerce or Council of the Arts, if an artist, go to your local bank for a loan. You can also try microloans and lending. The Chamber and your local college often offer courses on entrepreneurship and after completing this course or workshop, you may qualify for a microloan.
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Step 13
Buy jewelry and art supplies from wholesalers.
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Step 14
Start designing,drawing,shooting photography,painting and when you are done. SELL,sell,SELL to whomever you meet. yes, we all are potential customers. Go back to those merchants you met before and see if they will buy from you or let you display your work in their store. Good luck! Believe in YOU! if you do these things and you really have talent and you have hutspa and perserverence, you may just succeed, no matter the economic climate. :)












