I have an idea for an internet application that I think could be very successful. Actually, three internet applications, but they all sort of intersect and have built off of each other.
The first one would be the easiest to put into practice, is the most straight forward, and has the most obvious income stream. It would also involve the most work and the most sales (I hate sales).
The other two I know there would be interest in, widespread and growing interest, actually. They both also make the most sense from a design stand point, as the majority of the work is done once, then simply kept up to date. They would also be more mentally challenging and rewarding. Unfortunately, though I see a large pool of users, I don't see an obvious way to monetize the application.
Do I try to work on the one I know would bring in cash, but be more tedious and less fulfilling, or one/both of the others that would be emotionally rewarding and potentially have no monetary payback at all? (Bearing in mind that working on even one additional project on top of the work I already have on my plate will be pushing it)
As the book says, do what you love; the money will follow.
Posted by: Special Agent Johnny Utah at May 13, 2006 08:28 PMWell, I love the first comment, but do understand that on the internet it is more difficult. I say go with the monetary one even if you need to employ a salesperson that would be willing to work strictly commision. Then as money comes and your work is required less, go for the other ones.
Or ingnore all that and go for the rewarding ones before someone else beats you to it. :)
Posted by: onelamb at May 20, 2006 09:59 AM