| Topic Name: |
Corporate or Entrepreneurship? |
| Message Name: |
Thoughts |
| Date Posted: |
11/25/2002 |
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I didn't make the "cut" January 2002 after 21 years with the same humongous bank, 18 of which were in operations and production management. Trust me, not many people know what backroom operations at a bank is and so, it has been tough to get interviews.
With prospects dim, I've contemplated going into business for myself also. I'm taking a slightly different route than finding a product and instead am trying to establish myself as a Mobile Notary Public. This may not sound like a very lucrative business but with interest rates continuing to decline and mortgage loans on the rise as are re-fi's....the market for Notaries Public appears to be increasing. With my existing Notary commission and a course in loan document signing, I believe I can make a nice "go" at this business.
In addition, I'll be taking a Tax Preparer's course and then a Real Estate course in an attempt to expand my market share.
I'm not looking to be a multimillionaire or even to make 6 figures, but mid to high 5's and the opportunity to make additional money with seasonal tax preparing, maybe billing services and real estate investments. With all of this, I believe I can make a substantial enough income from all sources to continue the standard of living I had become accustomed to while working and put enough away for retirement.
Any thoughts? |
| Message: |
My first thought: being let go after 21 yrs! Yikes!
The mobile notary is an interesting idea. Do a web search & find others (not in your area) who might be willing to give you the benefit of their experience - who their customers are, how they market, how they got started,etc. Notary fees are set by law, right? So you'll want to do some income/expense analysis.
Check the SBA web site, too, for info for small biz startups.
Best wishes,
Jane
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