10 Small Business You Can Start

Most of us have god given talents. Your friends might praise your ability to do something. You can turn that skill into a small business to make extra income. If you are affected by the downturn or you would like to have a small business on the side, as insurance against future downsizing, here are 10 ideas you can consider.

Catering – if you like to cook and your friends praise you for the wonderful dish, you might want to give this one a go. It is rather flexible since catering tend to be on the weekends. You don’t need to think about a high level of catering but supplying a portion of a party is a good start. This can scale up with help from family members in the future.

Prepare Meals – slight modification to the above but instead of preparing food an special occasions, you cook extra and charge your busy neighbors who don’t have time to cook. Suitable if you life in an area with working couples.

Computer troubleshooting – most homes have several computers nowadays. If your geek skills are up to mark, then dealing with hardware and troublesome viruses can be a source of income. Don’t expect too much since this service don’t scale up well.

Gardening services – green thumbs can help provide for good side income as well. Many want a nice garden but don’t have the time or the skills to have a healthy garden. People pay around RM 80 or more (depending on size of the garden) to trim grass, get rid of weeds, dead leaves and fertilize the lawn. If you can serve 2 to 3 homes on a Saturday, that could be an extra RM 1,000 per month.

Handy man services – similar to gardening but this could be repairing pipes, painting and other odd jobs for those who really good skills to fix things around the home.

Master of Ceremony – have the gift of the gap and can’t stop talking? Then, use your gift for cash. Be the MC for functions and dinners and perhaps get a free meal too.

Teaching music – you might not have a diploma in music, but some instruments don’t require teaching certificate. Guitar, drums, flute etc comes to mind.

Tutoring – if you have a knack for maths, physics, languages, etc this can be a source of good part time income. If you are a really good teacher, you might even make it full time down the road.

Web site design – you been blogging and helping your friends set up their website. Why not market your services to small business owners who need a web site to help boost their business? Charge a reasonable fee and I’m sure this can be a well paying hobby.

Wedding planner – good at organizing events? Then consider planning a wedding for some extra cash. Could be a hectic day and people expect you to do a great job. I reckon the ability to remain cool under stress is a prerequisite if you are considering this.

If your skills are not that polished at the moment, then grab any opportunity to polish up your skills. It will come handy in the future. I think there are a lot more small business opportunities you can think off.

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Think about all these stuffs you can do to earn extra income.  Get moving guys!  I know you have something creative in mind. There are more things that you can get from your own talent up to some useless stuffs you got there that may be of use to others.

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Step 1 – Identify the needs of your business Consider the needs of the business and how the position fits into your business:

• what needs to be done in the business?
• is the need short-term or long-term?
• how will the position help the business now, and in the future?

This will help you determine if you need someone on a full-time, part-time or casual basis.

Step 2 – Define the job In defining the job you need to:

• identify the purpose of the position and what it does
• understand how the job contributes to the business
• document elements of the job.

Step 3 – Write a job description A well-prepared job description describes your expectations of the position. It will guide your selection and also help your new employee understand what is expected of them. The length of a job description varies depending on the nature and complexity of the job. A good job description identifies the:

• position title which clearly reflects the nature of the job
• main purpose of the position in a sentence (or two), that is, what the person does and why, for example, will they review, monitor, co-ordinate, deliver
• business context, that is, the objectives of the business, strategies, the operating environment, and the role of the position in the business
• major accountabilities, which are the three to six major areas of work performed by the position and include important activities undertaken from time to time
• outcomes to be achieved for each of the identified accountabilities
• key communications with key positions, organisations, or groups, both inside and outside the business
• decisions made by the position holder, those made in consultation with the employer/manager and those referred to the employer/manager
• challenging aspects of the job, including short or long-term challenges, such as, client demands, use of technology, heavy workload, or tight deadlines
• knowledge, skills and experience, which are essential for the effective or competent performance of the job, including formal qualifications, certification, licence or equivalent experience required
• resources for which the person is responsible, for example, staff and/or budget
• tasks/duties performed by the position holder.

Step 4 – Determine your selection criteria Create a profile of the ideal applicant by considering the personal qualities needed to perform the job successfully. This may include personal attributes such as the ability to work under stress, maintain confidentiality, adaptability and flexibility. Decide which attributes are essential and which are desirable.

Essential criteria are skills and attributes essential to the ability to perform the job, for example, trade qualifications, driver’s licence, ability to prepare spreadsheets. Desirable criteria are those skills or attributes which make the candidate a more valuable asset to your business. The essential criteria are used as the focus in your job advertisement.

Step 5 – Check award coverage Determine if the position is covered by a state or federal award.

Step 6 – Write a job advertisement To ensure that your job advertisement is effective:

• write in clear and non-discriminatory language
• quote a salary or a salary range to help filter out unwanted responses
• provide information to help potential applicants decide whether the job is suitable for them
• use the job description to identify required skills, qualifications, experience and desired attributes
• don’t use too many words
• include special requirements, for example, driver’s licence, trade qualification
• don’t exaggerate the job as this will attract applicants who are not suited to the position.

What can’t I say? Your advertisement cannot discriminate on the grounds of:

• sex
• marital status
• pregnancy
• race
• ethnic or ethno-religious background
• disability
• age
• homosexuality
• transgender status
• family and carer’s responsibilities.

It is against the law to target jobs or services towards people of one particular group.

Step 7 – Prepare for the interview In preparing for an interview you need to:

• decide if you would like to hold the interview with a second person
• decide/agree on a date
• organise a quiet and comfortable room to hold the interview
• organise a waiting area for applicants to sit comfortably
• schedule enough time for each interview so that you are not rushed or interrupted
• contact applicants to be interviewed with details of their interview
• provide your receptionist with the names of the applicants and interview times
• prepare the interview questions
• organise equipment, for example, computer or machinery, if testing is required
• review each applicant’s résumé or application before their interview
• make notes during each interview so that you can refer to them later.

Step 8 – Conduct the interview Some useful interview tips include:

• ask one question at a time
• use short sentences and speak clearly
• use simple and appropriate words to make the questions easy to understand
• use open-ended questions which allow applicants to express themselves
• avoid leading questions which imply the correct answer
• let the applicant do most of the talking and listen carefully to their responses
• if answers are vague or inconsistent, probe for more specific and accurate information
• keep the conversation under control and don’t let answers become long-winded
• ask to see any qualifications, certificates, special licences or other essentials required for the position.

Conduct a reference check. Speak to referees to help you verify information given at the interview, or gather more information about the applicant’s performance and behaviour at work.

Step 9 – Make your decision Make your decision based on an assessment of the information gathered against each of the selection criteria. Create a short list ranking applicants in order of their suitability for the job. This identifies other possible candidates for the job if the selected candidate declines the job offer.

Step 10 – Make the job offer Prepare a letter of offer for the successful candidate for the position. This outlines important information that they need to know before starting work.

Step 11 – Induction Have the employee complete necessary forms and documentation before starting work, including:

• tax declaration form
• salary banking form
• superannuation contribution form
• approved deductions
• issue of uniforms.

What should induction cover? Your induction should cover:

• a description of the business, its goals and strategies and how the employee fits into the overall picture
• a review of the job description to clarify duties and responsibilities of the job
• terms of employment including award coverage
• basic work rules and work conditions
• method of payment
• a tour of the workplace and amenities
• an introduction to key personnel, particularly the new employee’s supervisor and immediate work colleagues
• who to contact with any questions or problems relating to the job
• grievance procedures, including who to contact and what to do
• leave provisions, including annual, sick and other leave
• car parking or travel arrangements
• after-hours access and security requirements
• information on company policies and procedures
• occupational health and safety policies and procedures.

Step 12 – Monitor performance and provide feedback Monitor and assess the new employee’s performance during the first few months of their employment. Provide them with feedback about how they’re performing against set performance targets.

This ensures that you address any performance deficiencies early and facilitate the employee’s integration into the workplace. Regular performance monitoring and feedback ensures that performance is sustained.

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April 22, 2009
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

April 23-24, 2009
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Job Fair @ Dumagete | April 22 – 24, 2009
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Customer Service Associates
As a customer service agent, you’ll be assisting people from different countries, providing advice and solving problems. It can be challenging work, but you’ll be rewarded with bonuses for helping people quickly and professionally, and making them smile. You will answer calls from customers, helping them resolve issues and solve problems while inputting their call information into the computer. You will also learn while on the job. As a customer service agent, you must be able to handle large volume of inquiries, and navigate the computer, while providing superb customer service.

Sales Representatives
As a sales representative, you’ll be assisting people from different countries, providing advice on products and helping customers select the right service plans. It can be challenging work, but you’ll be rewarded with commissions as you help our clients meet their sales goals. Inbound sales representatives answer calls from customers who are seeking product information, while outbound sales representative call customers to offer specials and upgrades. Most of the sales programs are easy to learn, so you can begin earning commissions quickly. You must be able to handle calls and navigate the computer, while providing superb service.

Technical Support Representatives
As a technical support representative, you’ll be assisting people from different countries; receiving, assessing, troubleshooting and resolving support requests for products such as computer hardware and Internet Service Provider (ISP) connections. You will analyze the source of problems reported, locating trends and recommending measures to minimize or eliminate future occurrences. You must be able to handle calls and navigate the computer, while providing superb service.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have finished at least two (2) years in college or possess a vocational/short course certificate.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Good problem solving and decision making skills.
• Applicants should be Filipino citizens or hold relevant residence status.
• Fresh graduates/Entry level applicants are encouraged to apply.
• Full-Time positions available.

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