Comments on: Business Idea: Dorm Room Move In Specialists

By: College Moving In Day = Money | Dorm Room Biz

College Moving In Day = Money | Dorm Room Biz — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 04:02:02 +0000

[...] You could easily make good money by transporting various stuff for parents. I know they would prefer to be taking it easy carrying cushions up five flights of stairs, rather than radios, stationary and other annoying items. Which is where you come in. Added bonus: you get a nice start to your college workout plan. Chris had a great post about this topic in July. [...]

By: Chris

Chris — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 00:47:16 +0000

Great comments Mike! Thanks for stopping by again!

By: Mike Michalowicz

Mike Michalowicz — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 17:14:11 +0000

It is truly a great idea. I think the entrepreneur can take it a few steps further:
1. Call people (or email them) prior to coming on campus and get pre-paid.
2. Wear bright green or orange t-shirts that say “Campus Movers” or something.
3. Try to move people in batch. Have a meeting point for parents and students to have you unload their cars…. possibly onto a flat bed truck you load.
4. Continuing the batch idea. Have a labeling system to move stuff without getting mixed up.
5. Have a sign stating “Tips accepted” or “all proceeds go toward paying for my education (and booze)”
6. Always be smiling, be helpful and go the extra mile!