Key Idea: Start SmallJoan Keller says that she and her husband did what most of us do; they started their business with what they could scrape together. |
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Scrape together cash. You may have some savings, a home you can sell and family members who might make a donation or loan. In 1975 Bill and Joan came up with $6,000 which was a decent amount! Even in the 21st Century, most businesses are started with less than $10,000. Joan kept her day job and helped Bill at night and in just eight weeks they had proven that they could make a profit selling plane tickets to Europe. They were so successful, they either needed Joan to quit her job to work for Le Travel full time or they needed to hire an employee. Think about itDo you have a good idea for starting your own business? How much money do you really need to obtain and deliver that first sale? What are you waiting for? Clip from: Le Travel Store in the Gaslamp QuarterSan Diego: Joan and Bill Keller, founders of Le Travel Store, have traveled so much, you ask, "Where haven't you been?" One answer was "The Antarctica." But, they got close -- Ushuaia, capital of Tierra del Fuego - Patagonia down on the tip of Argentina, the most southern city on earth and on a clear day ... of course, Joan and Bill Keller have the Antarctica on their list, but compared to most people, their list is rather short. Also, this team is well-grounded in their community. They lead the "return to authenticity" movement that champions Main Street. The National Trust for Historic Preservation led us to them and this historic Gaslamp Quarter! Go to all the key ideas and video... Le Travel Store (JK)Joan Keller, Founder
745 Fourth Avenue Visit our web site: http://www.letravelstore.com
Office: 6195440005
Business Classification: Year Founded: 1975 Start SmallHATTIE: (Voiceover) Joan and Bill started the business with $6,000. Three thousand came as wedding gifts, and another $3,000 was borrowed. Not a member yet? Learn! Be empowered! Join us! |
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