My First Million
The best business ideas come from noticing what's working and doing it better, faster, or for a different audience.
Seasonal timing with convenience-focused value proposition
Why It Works
Captures customers at moment of highest intent when they're already thinking about the problem, eliminates shopping around
Prerequisites
How to Execute
Target affluent neighborhoods during relevant season
Create professional sales materials and contracts
Focus on convenience and quality over price
Offer immediate booking with small deposit
Follow up quickly to build trust and momentum
When It Fails
Wrong neighborhoods, poor timing, pushy sales approach, or when customers can easily comparison shop online
Real Example
“Christmas light installer getting 50+ houses in neighborhood to sign up during November when buying intent is highest”
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