Q&A: Idea for a “road trip kit” that sells at gift shops

Notes from Chris

Episode 1771

A listener has a cool idea: they want to sell a road trip kit. I’ll let them explain more in their question. But first—would you like to ask a question?

This is also an opportunity for you to share your business. I often mention listener’s websites and social handles. Give us an interesting question and we will gladly promote you.

I just know that someone out there wants to share their idea, but has been holding back—if that’s you, you’re the person I’m thinking of.

"My idea is a "road trip kit" that combines a few helpful and fun items in a box that sells at truck stops and gift shops. You'd get a compass, an old-school atlas of U.S. road maps, an air freshener, and maybe some snacks that you can't find at the average store. I know that people don't need a compass or paper maps to drive these days, but the idea is that it's a cool gift or even just a nice thing to buy for yourself. I might even include a mixtape if I can figure out how to make them ... maybe cassette players will make a comeback. What are your thoughts on this idea?"

Listen to today's episode to learn more...

 

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• TBT: “Kindness Kits” Spread Love and Draw Positive Returns: In this week’s “Throwback Thursday / Where are they now?” segment, we hear from someone selling an unusual product that’s one-part social cause and one-part profitable business. What’s changed since we first featured him?
• Animator Re-Animates His Income Selling Graphic Kits: When a Los Angeles based animator looks to pay off his mortgage faster, he gets things in motion creating toolkits for other animators.
• Nashville Paint-by-Numbers Kits Become Etsy Bestsellers: A visual arts teacher creates “paint by numbers” kits to help others experience joy through painting.

Inspiration is good; inspiration combined with action is better. Now get back to work!

Yours in the revolution,