Phase 1: Site Planning & Set-Up

Brainstorming Technique: “Do the Never” — Thanks @SethGodin

Do the Never:
When looking for a breakthrough business idea, think of a few “always” statements, then break them.
~Seth Godin (paraphrased)

NOW-DEAD EXAMPLES:
Toothpaste ALWAYS comes in a squeezable tube.
Business travelers ALWAYS use a travel agent.

I was just listening to Seth’s audiobook, “Small Is the New Big”. Always good stuff. Next time you are stuck trying [...]

How do you brainstorm for good domain names today?

I recently found Bust-A-Name…
http://www.bustaname.com

Bust-A-Name lets you enter up to 20 keywords, group them, then see what combinations are available. I used to use DomainTools, but they are no longer a free service. You can purchase the domains you find at Bust-A-Name from your favorite registrar/host (i.e. GoDaddy) with a single click, but it’s [...]

Phase 1: Site Planning & Set-Up

How to Find a Profitable Niche Market

by Anthony Curtis
http://InternetMarketing-101.com

Regardless of what you are selling, selecting the right market or
niche audience can make or break your business, especially online.

Your target audience must NEED your product or service,
not simply want it. Ideally, they will have a problem that your
product can solve. This problem should be the first thing they
think [...]