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I am 28 and I have been trying to start a business for years. I just cannot seem decide on which route I should take.

I know lots of things about computers. I know how to repair computers, know linux, know how to make web sites other then graphics, know about servers, etc.

I used to work for a computer repair shop. That job I did not enjoy and that was mostly because customer would scream or argue about repairs. It was also a job where anyone out of high school can get.

Although I know all these things I cannot find a great job because lack of experience. For now I see my 5 years in college as a waste. I am tired of sitting around and doing work that I could be doing without a college education. If I don't do something soon I'll be stuck here for ever or I'll just get a blue collar job like woodworking.

any suggestions? Was anyone here in a similar situation? What business should I go for? Anyone have a computer business idea?

[radreality]

I don't have any specific ideas, but I would suggest that you just start with a small idea and just do it. Don't try to do anything too big to start with. The key is to just get started on something and over time that something can change into bigger and better things.

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[crackah]

Well if you do retail, selling pcs etc, your not going to make any money.

[jck2003]

Well, I seem to have a lot of experience fixing Pcs so maybe it would be possible to set up your own pc shop doing repairs and website design etc. but obviously depends if there is a market in your area for this.

Even if you start small from home doing repairs locally etc. it could get you started and if you do a good job with them youll have your customers for many years as they know you are trustworthy etc.

[radreality]

Originally Posted by crackah

Well if you do retail, selling pcs etc, your not going to make any money.

thats kind of an odd and negative statement. Did I miss something or is that really what you meant?

What about all the companies that do those things and make money. Why wouldn't this guy make money at it? Obviously there are other factors to making money, just like any business. Anything can make money if its done right. I think it's unjust to make a blanket statement like that without addressing the reasons why he might or might not make money.

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[allysa]

maybe you should go for web development services, selling websites, hosting or providing Custom Web Design / template designs.

[jackace]

Originally Posted by radreality

thats kind of an odd and negative statement. Did I miss something or is that really what you meant?

What about all the companies that do those things and make money. Why wouldn't this guy make money at it? Obviously there are other factors to making money, just like any business. Anything can make money if its done right. I think it's unjust to make a blanket statement like that without addressing the reasons why he might or might not make money.

It's been proven that selling computer parts is a very hard business to break into anymore. If you are not already established it's pretty hard to compete. I think that's what he meant by not making any money at it.

[crackah]

Originally Posted by jackace

It's been proven that selling computer parts is a very hard business to break into anymore. If you are not already established it's pretty hard to compete. I think that's what he meant by not making any money at it.

Exactly.

Do the service business, more money to be made.

Selling computers and parts, would probably make you $1-5 per part sold, not worth it imo

[roadtoharvard]

This is more of a personal problem (mainly motivational) then a business one. You seem to be on the verge of giving up and you're only 28. Try these three things and see if they make you feel better.

a) Go to a children's hospital and ask to speak with some of their cancer patients. Ask them about their lives and see what their dreams and aspirations are.
b) Go to a soup kitchen for the needy and speak to them about their lives.
c) Go to a retirement home and speak to the people there about their lives and the advice that they would give to a person in your situation.

That should clear up most of the problem. I'd suggest counseling if you continue to feel the same way.

[pbradish]

With your background I would look into establishing your own computer repair service.

[colinmcmahon]

Start up a gaming centre man.
We're franchising, we also have in house financing.
If you want just send me a message and we can chat.