How To Profit From Selling Discount Golf Packages

Allan Johnston Story

http://forecaddiegolf.com/

Started in 2004 for less than $2,000

To Allan Johnston, ForeCaddieGolf.com came as almost second nature. His website sells discount golfing packages, including tee times and lodging, to golf mecca Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Johnston, 34, is an avid golfer and has been traveling to the area for almost 20 years with his family. He’s also worked for internet companies for more than seven years.

Thanks to his online experience, Johnston was able to set up his business for less than $2,000, which went mostly to the creation of his website. His friends in the industry were able to help him with web design and development, and he did most of the legwork on establishing contacts with the golf courses.

“All I really needed to start this business were rates, a computer--which I already had--and a website,” says Johnston, who works from his home office on top of his day job and has one employee. “It’s definitely been a lot of fun but a lot of work.” His efforts are paying off, as 2006 sales are expected to land close to $300,000.

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