An Opportunity Knocks

Chris and I have always talked about starting a business. We've gone through a wide variety of concepts: bakery, gym, internet site. But we've always found a reason not to pursue each idea. We hoped after moving to Paris and traveling through Europe that one would present itself. We think it has.

Now I begin the process of exploring it further. It's difficult to know where to start. We have the concept. We know where it would be located. But now I have the challenge of not only gaining a better understanding of the merchandise and associated costs but the business plan that consequently flows from all of the information. This is what scares me.

I'm not a numbers guy. In the world of fruits and nuts, I'm a nut. I don't do calculations. But with Chris focused on work here in Paris, the dreaded financials are left to me.

So, over the next few months, I'll be gathering as much information as possible with the hopes of completing the business plan by the end of the year. In addition, I hope to contact the retail concept similar in design to determine if there are any partnership opportunities.

It's very exciting. Not only will the store give us the opportunity to dive into something we enjoy and believe in, it will give me a creative outlet in regards to merchandise, marketing and customer service. Even better, Maddie will have a place to work too!