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A Lice Removal Business Opportunity
That was fast. Larada Sciences, makers of the LouseBuster™, mentioned in this previous post, also offer LouseBuster as a business opportunity. Larada Sciences is a science-based medical technology company dedicated to the safe elimination of human head lice infestations. Our revolutionary new product, the LouseBuster device, is a breakthrough medical device that provides a safe, [...]
FBI To Use Social Media To Predict Crimes
The Telegraph: The Bureau is asking companies to build software that can effectively scan social media online for significant words, phrases and behavior so that agents can respond. A paper posted on the FBI website asks for companies to build programs that will map sentiment and wrongdoing. Although the software would only be able to [...]
Franchising Bizop: Rhea Lana’s Children’s Consignment
Owning a Rhea Lana’s franchise offers many appealing aspects for families. For example, Rhea Lana’s franchise owners are able to pursue a career while still maintaining the flexibility of a part-time work schedule. This fact makes owning a Rhea Lana’s franchise an attractive option for mothers who desire to stay at home while still earning [...]
Five Star Holiday Decor Offers Entrepreneurs A Five Star Opportunity
While you’re busy taking down all of your holiday decorations this year, just imagine how nice it would be to have someone who would do that job for you. If you enjoy the work, imagine receiving money for taking down decorations around your neighborhood. That is the basic idea behind Five Star Holiday Decor. As [...]
Globe and Mail: On a crisp November morning along Victoria’s Inner Harbour, Harold Aune ambles down the dock, cautiously avoiding a slick coating of frost on the wooden planks beneath his feet. Stopping next to a half-dozen gleaming white rowing skiffs, he dials up his company’s website on an iPhone and makes a one-hour reservation. [...]
Did you know that flip flops are a $20 billion dollars industry? I had no idea. Flip flops have replaced the running shoe, said Marshal Cohen, chief industry analyst with the NPD Group. “It’s one of the few categories that, even during the recession, continues to do well,” he said. “Flip-flops, from even before the [...]
American Food Store Franchise in Spain
Taste of America is a franchise retail chain in Spain that sells American food. From graham crackers and cranberry sauce to Betty Crocker cake mixes and Kraft macaroni and cheese the store stocks everything that a that expatriates and “American” food lovers might desire. Founded in 1994, the chain has grown from one store to [...]
Mom-Friendly Franchising: Stroller Strides
Many parents are starting businesses, hoping to find a balance between work and family. Sometimes a good franchise is all you need. Stroller Strides is a company that was launched by a new mom, and it’s made to be run by mompreneurs looking for the perfect opportunity. We can’t make claims as to what kind [...]
Instead of peeling the label off your apple, next time you might just wash it. Amron’s Vanishing Fruitwash Labels are labels that dissolve into an organic fruit wash that helps remove wax, pesticides and dirt. More features: Washing turns label into Fruit Soap No stickers to peel off and throw away No expensive produce wash [...]
Painting With a Twist is a national chain of franchised businesses that offers instructor led painting classes. The twist is that the students can bring their own favorite bottle of wine. All of the painting supplies are provided, including paint, canvas, and brushes. The instructor, usually a local artist, leads students through an evening of [...]
Selling Designer Jeans Through Home Parties
Companies find many different ways to market their product to consumers. A popular and effective way is through direct sales. That is the approach taken by Vault Jeans. Their passionate Fashion Consultants sell their product and have the opportunity to earn a little money, too. I recently spoke with Shannon Misener one of their consultants [...]
Lee Johns first fell for Cafe2U in Australia. He discovered the mobile coffee shop while in the country and knew it was a concept that would find success in the US. So, he obtained the rights to set up franchises in the US. Earlier this year, Johns and the company’s Portland-based CEO traveled to Australia [...]
Become An Online Marketer With WebsiteOp
Ever had an interest in online marketing? WebsiteOp is a company that makes it easy for people to become an Online Marketing Consultant, working from the comfort of their own home. I recently asked Ron Bailey about his business opportunity and why people should give it a look. What is Website Op? WebsiteOp is a [...]
NCCI Offers Debt Collections With Respect
When bills go unpaid, it can cause problems for the company. When these bills continue to go unpaid, sometimes it is important to call in another company that can help you recover some of the debt. That is where a company like National Creditors Connection, Inc. can help. They help companies reconnect with the people [...]
Are you looking for a home inspections opportunity that does not involve a franchise? Pro Sight has the perfect affiliate opportunity for you. A typical home inspection franchise would cost you between $27,000 to $55,000 plus royalties. However, an affiliate membership will give you all the benefits at a reduced cost. If you have no [...]
From the classifieds: Penman PR is pleased to announce a new and unique business opportunity for professionals interested in entering a career in public relations or advancing their current career. The Penman PR Affiliate Program is a way to become part of the Penman PR team in a profound and meaningful way. It’s a program [...]
OnGard Guards Against Lint Fires
Every year over 15,000 dryer-related fires occur. Often these statistics would go unnoticed, except one man, Gerry Flood, took notice and decided to do something about it. So he created the OnGard dryer vent fire suppression system. With an easy setup system and basic instructions, the OnGard can quickly turn a life threatening possibility into [...]
Find An Opportunity In Hurricane Grill & Wings
Franchising is often compared to the wheel. If you have a good design, why bother reinventing it? This idea fits well with Hurricane Grill & Wings. With over 40 locations, this franchise is growing fast. From their signature sauces and relaxed atmosphere to their family-friendly pricing, Hurricane has quickly become a restaurant people can enjoy. [...]
Snap Fitness Giving Away A Franchise
CNN Money: Participants in the contest — which ends Aug. 15 — will win a new Snap Fitness franchise — a windfall estimated at $250,000. The challenges associated with the business have done nothing to deter people from entering. Since the contest’s launch last month, nearly 1,000 people have entered by submitting 250-word pitches to [...]
World Adult Kickball Now Franchising
The World Adult Kickball Association (WAKA) recently began franchising in the United States. The program will leverage the organization’s 13 years of success bringing fun and happiness to hundreds of thousands of kickball players across the country and will offer one of the most exciting, affordable, high “fun” franchises in the marketplace. How WAKA Kickball [...]
Doctors Do House Calls by Video Chat
With your life racing at break neck speed, chances are you don’t have time to sit all day in a doctor’s office. Enter the high tech house call, where from the convenience of the computer in your home or office you have a video appointment with a doctor. You talk about your health problem via [...]
Bike Fixtation: Bike Repair Vending Machine
Bike Fixtation is a self-service kiosks bicycle repair kiosk. The vending machines offer tubes, patch kits, use of adjustment tools and even access to a pump to fill up your tires. Each self-service Bike Fixtation kiosk features: Universal bike mounting system for on-site repairs Aircraft cable tethered bicycle repair tools Self-contained tire-inflation system compatible with [...]
Tornado Fries: A French Fry That Looks Like a Slinky
I just read an article about how a Delaware man and his family have opened a restaurant to sell “Tornado Fries” in their resort community. I’ve never heard of the food, so I did some research. According the article, tornado fries are deep-fried potatoes-on-a-stick that were featured on the Food Network series “Unwrapped.” I found [...]
Cork N Canvas: The Accidental Franchise
Wall Street Journal (In Charge): Like many new small-business owners, Cathy Deano knew nothing about franchising when she and a partner launched a series of bring-your-own-wine painting classes in Mandeville, La., four years ago. Yet from the moment Cork’n Canvas opened its doors, the business started getting offers from enthusiastic clients who wanted to buy [...]
Blow Me is a company in the UK that will setup at your event and alcohol breath test everyone before they get into their cars to drive away. They use Draegar 6510 breathalyzer, the same one used by police forces across the UK. They are mostly booked the morning after cooperate events, after employees and [...]
Cashing In On The Dog Tag Trend
Personalized tags are not limited to your dog or military personnel, it is a trend that has been around for some time. Whether you want to wear them as a necklace or use them to keep track of luggage, there is a market for the product. X=Tag is at the head of the market with [...]
Inside The Mind Of An Avon Sales Leader
As one of the original door-to-door direct selling companies, it seems like Avon has been around forever. However, the brand has managed to stay fresh, and the Avon lady you remember from the past may be your friend or neighbor today. The United States is not the only country enjoying the opportunity that Avon has [...]
Medical Supply Line Making Its Mark With Health Care Products
The medical industry is huge. There are plenty of companies making millions off of people with the money to spend, but what about the people who cannot afford the highest prices? Medical Supply Line was founded on the idea that people have a right to obtain affordable heath care equipment and supplies. They help people [...]
Discovering Opportunity In Power
I’ve encountered a variety of different opportunities where some are similar and some are very different. North American Power is one that is a little different from the rest. Greg Plum is the owner of Plum Energy Group, and a broker with North American Power. We need energy to keep things running in our homes [...]
A new company is making its mark in the home furnishings industry by following in the footsteps of established direct selling companies like Mary Kay and Avon. That company is Decor To Door. Like other direct selling companies, they offer people an opportunity to sign on with their company and sell their products. Their reps [...]
It is a safe bet that almost everyone loves a good sandwich. The proof is in the success of big box sub shops like Subway. There is another contender in the sandwich business that is ready to elbow its way into the spotlight. That business is Capriotti’s. Capriotti’s is a specialty sandwich shop franchise. Their [...]
A WAVE Of Better Solutions For Your Home
What if you could improve many areas within your home? Would you want increased water efficiency in appliances, like your washer? How about better air quality? These are all questions that WAVE Home Solutions would like you to ask yourself. After all, it is their solutions that will make all of those improvements a reality. [...]
Interview With A Rep: It Works!
If there is one industry to be in, health and wellness is the place to be. Everyone wants to look and feel good. It Works! is a direct selling company that is well aware of this need. Colleen Pontes is not only an Independent Distributor for It Works!, but she is also a health and [...]
Early Announcement: 100 Business Opportunities for Kids
I’m working on a ebook with 100 business opportunities for kids that will be out before summer. If you’d like to review an early copy of it, please enter your email address in form below. If you or your children have a business that you’d like to be featured in the book, shoot me an [...]
Turn Empty Space Into A Sporting Business Opportunity
Do you have access to empty space on a golf course, bowling alley, tennis club, or some other sport related location? You may have just enough space to set up your own franchise. Tim McCormack had always wanted to be an entrepreneur. After spending 12 years in the education industry, he felt it was time [...]
Shining A Light On The Eco-Revolution
The spotlight has been on green technology for a few years now. As time passes, that light is only getting brighter. Many Americans are willing to make changes in their life, one step at a time. Eco-Revolution is helping many people take that step by offering a variety of LED and energy efficient lighting products. [...]
Interview: Black Dawg Franchise Group
When you’re in the market for a franchise, it is nice to know the company you commit to will grow with you. That is what makes the series of franchises available from the Black Dawg Franchise Group so successful. As a potential franchisee, you can choose to take on just one opportunity, like their Black [...]
Niche: Dirty Shopping Cart Handles
A new study has found that 72% of shopping carts handles have fecal matter on them. As many as 50% of those carts also tested positive for E. coli bacteria. According to the lead researcher from the University of Arizona study, Charles Gerba, “That’s more than you find in a supermarket’s restroom.” Don’t worry though, [...]
Custom Clothing Without The Custom Cost
Finding inexpensive custom clothing is difficult, especially if you’re working on a budget. No one would know this better than Steve Downing. Steve had finally managed to have a closet full of good quality suits and fitted shirts when he was blessed with successful weight loss. With the loss of 50 pounds came a problem; [...]
Reseller Opportunity: Self Balancing Unicycle
It’s like a Segway, but without the annoying handle, and less nerdy and awkward. Called the Solowheel, it’s a 20 pound computerized unicycle that uses gyroscope technology to self balance. It’ll be available in March for about $1,500. More from the manufacturer: The Solowheel consists of a wheel and two foldable foot platforms. Internally, the [...]
Laura Wayland stumbled into “nannying” after an impressive corporate career with no real plan of making this her next gig. Finding full-time nanny work not conducive to her own personal schedule, she wondered, “What if I served many families on a part-time basis rather than one family on a full-time basis?” Her curiosity led to [...]
Vi-Tel Wireless Innovating The Direct Sales Cellular Business
If you want to succeed in direct sales, you must offer a product that people need. A new company is doing just that. Vi-Tel Wireless is a network marketing company that specializes in cellular, satellite, and security products. Representatives for this company have the opportunity to make money selling the items that people really need. [...]
Windshield Repair Business Opportunity
It doesn’t matter if you drive the newest car available or an old heap, chips and cracks can happen to any windshield. When they happen, it is important to take the necessary measures to fix the problem before it can get any worse. Where you have a need, there is an opportunity not far behind. [...]
What do they do with snow parks in the summer? I don’t know, I’ve never been to one. If you had a dozen or so Ice Meister Slicers, you could open a snow park in any weather — even in the blistering heat of summer! On the bottom of the Slicer are two removable ice [...]
Like to get out into your community and talk to local merchants? This bizop may be for you. The Kidstuff Magazine is a free shopping resource guide for parents and grandparents. The magazine serves two purposes. It is designed to help families find products and services they need as their children grow. And, it is [...]
Sports Life: Wholesale Sporting Goods
Sporting goods are hot, even in a down economy, according to the National Sporting Goods Association: Sporting goods store sales in October rose 5.4% versus October 2009. This was compared to a 5.0% increase in September. Year-to-date sales of $31.4 billion are 5.5% ahead of the same nine months in 2009.”“ If this sounds like [...]
If we want to get the most benefit out of our driveway, we need to make sure it receives the proper care it needs. To do that, we need to make sure cracks are plugged, and the pavement is properly sealed. While someone with enough time and the right tools might be able to do [...]
As more people begin to live longer, the need for senior care is rising. There is no shortage of businesses reaching out to fill that need, either. Founded in 2002, HomeWell Senior Care has seen great success. Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 has them listed for 2011. They consider themselves to be at the forefront of [...]
What if your business card could do more than simply tell your customer the name of your business and your contact information? The goal of Inspire Card is to help you to do that. Their card is a unique marketing tool. It not only works as a business card, telling your customer about you, but [...]
Real Estate Photography Specialists
Have you ever wondered who took the photos that you see of beautiful homes up for sale? It is said that a photo can speak a thousand words, and it has never been more true than when we look at a home listing. A bad photo will do nothing for the sale. However, a beautiful [...]
