Do you have a post-military deam business planned? https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned <div class="images-v2-count-1"><div class="content-picture image-v2-number-1" id="image-12816"> <div class="social_icons social-buttons-on-image"> <a href='https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rallypoint.com%2Fanswers%2Fdo-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned%3Futm_source%3DFacebook%26utm_medium%3Dorganic%26utm_campaign%3DShare%20to%20facebook' target="_blank" class='social-share-button facebook-share-button'><i class="fa fa-facebook-f"></i></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Do+you+have+a+post-military+deam+business+planned%3F&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rallypoint.com%2Fanswers%2Fdo-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned&amp;via=RallyPoint" target="_blank" class="social-share-button twitter-custom-share-button"><i class="fa fa-twitter"></i></a> <a href="mailto:?subject=Check this out on RallyPoint!&body=Hi, I thought you would find this interesting:%0D%0ADo you have a post-military deam business planned?%0D%0A %0D%0AHere is the link: https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned" target="_blank" class="social-share-button email-share-button"><i class="fa fa-envelope"></i></a> </div> <a class="fancybox" rel="c20f8df35843f5de6f9a24821c772e67" href="https://d1ndsj6b8hkqu9.cloudfront.net/pictures/images/000/012/816/for_gallery_v2/petrock.jpg"><img src="https://d1ndsj6b8hkqu9.cloudfront.net/pictures/images/000/012/816/large_v3/petrock.jpg" alt="Petrock" /></a></div></div>If I had my way I would have a slice of land and set up an outdoor rifle/pistol range. I have ZERO business skills so that isn't a reality for me, but it sure would be FUN! If you had a military ID I'd let you help police the range in lieu of membership fees! I'd have the reloaders on station doing their thing. I'd even have a coffee shop so I could have all my vices covered and co-located. Do you have a dream business? Are you already living your dream? You may already have the next great idea! Thu, 04 Sep 2014 16:37:08 -0400 Do you have a post-military deam business planned? https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned <div class="images-v2-count-1"><div class="content-picture image-v2-number-1" id="image-12816"> <div class="social_icons social-buttons-on-image"> <a href='https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rallypoint.com%2Fanswers%2Fdo-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned%3Futm_source%3DFacebook%26utm_medium%3Dorganic%26utm_campaign%3DShare%20to%20facebook' target="_blank" class='social-share-button facebook-share-button'><i class="fa fa-facebook-f"></i></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=Do+you+have+a+post-military+deam+business+planned%3F&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rallypoint.com%2Fanswers%2Fdo-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned&amp;via=RallyPoint" target="_blank" class="social-share-button twitter-custom-share-button"><i class="fa fa-twitter"></i></a> <a href="mailto:?subject=Check this out on RallyPoint!&body=Hi, I thought you would find this interesting:%0D%0ADo you have a post-military deam business planned?%0D%0A %0D%0AHere is the link: https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned" target="_blank" class="social-share-button email-share-button"><i class="fa fa-envelope"></i></a> </div> <a class="fancybox" rel="a4f5edf791e846f1cb4b5f2d090c4d86" href="https://d1ndsj6b8hkqu9.cloudfront.net/pictures/images/000/012/816/for_gallery_v2/petrock.jpg"><img src="https://d1ndsj6b8hkqu9.cloudfront.net/pictures/images/000/012/816/large_v3/petrock.jpg" alt="Petrock" /></a></div></div>If I had my way I would have a slice of land and set up an outdoor rifle/pistol range. I have ZERO business skills so that isn't a reality for me, but it sure would be FUN! If you had a military ID I'd let you help police the range in lieu of membership fees! I'd have the reloaders on station doing their thing. I'd even have a coffee shop so I could have all my vices covered and co-located. Do you have a dream business? Are you already living your dream? You may already have the next great idea! SFC Mark Merino Thu, 04 Sep 2014 16:37:08 -0400 2014-09-04T16:37:08-04:00 Response by CPO Jon Campbell made Sep 4 at 2014 4:46 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=227896&urlhash=227896 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I have had a similar idea, but then I thought it would be too limiting to locate a range on a piece of land. I found a company that makes mobile ranges in 18 wheeler trailers. You pull in, set up and run people through in 4 person groups. It fits in with busy schedules and allows people to get requalified quickly, without having to go to a range that is probably miles away. One trailer can have a pistol range and FATS trainer. It would be perfect for training police, CWP classes, and other groups.  CPO Jon Campbell Thu, 04 Sep 2014 16:46:50 -0400 2014-09-04T16:46:50-04:00 Response by SSG Pete Fleming made Sep 4 at 2014 5:07 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=227919&urlhash=227919 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I tried my dream business but my financial partners backed out... I wanted to create a Veteran organization to raise money to support Veteran's in general with a larger goal geared towards 'The Arts'. I have met so many Vets who are artist, writers, singers... they just don't have an outlet. I created websites, and started the fund raising, wrote out all the copy, by-laws, business plan, conducted market and demographic studies... then poof my partners backed out and left me with so much debt... The primary website is still up (but not much longer) and if I ever clear my debt I might try again (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.truelanderdreams.com">http://www.truelanderdreams.com</a>) <div class="pta-link-card answers-template-image type-default"> <div class="pta-link-card-picture"> </div> <div class="pta-link-card-content"> <p class="pta-link-card-title"> <a target="blank" href="http://www.truelanderdreams.com">Veterans support and Contractor employment Jobs</a> </p> <p class="pta-link-card-description">Veteran site featuring links to employment, business startup, franchises, writing, film, action figures, contractors, contract jobs, other resource information seeking donations for veteran’s contest.</p> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> SSG Pete Fleming Thu, 04 Sep 2014 17:07:26 -0400 2014-09-04T17:07:26-04:00 Response by SGT Richard H. made Sep 4 at 2014 5:35 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=227959&urlhash=227959 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I&#39;d love to own &amp; operate a little bar &amp; grille. The kind where people keep coming back and you get to actually know them. A Military theme wouldn&#39;t be out of the question. SGT Richard H. Thu, 04 Sep 2014 17:35:37 -0400 2014-09-04T17:35:37-04:00 Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 4 at 2014 6:26 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=228012&urlhash=228012 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I've thought about a piece of land and making a RV storage lot. Around our area here in Spokane County, WA just a spot outside goes for $50 to $90. For covered storage it's about $150 to $170 and completely enclosed up to $250. Could get about 10 acres and dedicate 5 to storage and it would pay for itself. But I like the range idea or the military themed bar. MSgt Private RallyPoint Member Thu, 04 Sep 2014 18:26:57 -0400 2014-09-04T18:26:57-04:00 Response by SPC Charles Brown made Sep 4 at 2014 7:00 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=228093&urlhash=228093 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Personal hit man. There are a lot of stupid people that need killing! Some may consider me among them, so the last name on my list would be me. SPC Charles Brown Thu, 04 Sep 2014 19:00:46 -0400 2014-09-04T19:00:46-04:00 Response by LTC Hillary Luton made Sep 4 at 2014 8:05 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=228191&urlhash=228191 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I'm actually in the process of possibly making it happen. OK, at least I'm taking the SBA course to learn how to get started. But, essentially, I've been doing wood burning since HS. I make plaques, boxes, etc. I've made several for PCS and retirement gifts. Each one is completely custom made. I will also make wildlife plaques. And that's all I have to say about that. :-) LTC Hillary Luton Thu, 04 Sep 2014 20:05:31 -0400 2014-09-04T20:05:31-04:00 Response by MSG Wade Huffman made Sep 4 at 2014 8:51 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=228258&urlhash=228258 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Not sure how it can be considered a business, but I found my dream JOB the first time I saw an episode of 'Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives' many years ago. Someone PLEASE offer me a job where I get to drive some classic American Muscle, and eat great food! What a racket!! MSG Wade Huffman Thu, 04 Sep 2014 20:51:16 -0400 2014-09-04T20:51:16-04:00 Response by CPT Jacob Swartout made Sep 4 at 2014 9:37 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=228315&urlhash=228315 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Some kind of logistical business for moving or providing material, products, and other items. Similar to UPS, DHL, and FedEx or a business that supplies other stores. Last, maybe a hotdog stand in front of main street. CPT Jacob Swartout Thu, 04 Sep 2014 21:37:48 -0400 2014-09-04T21:37:48-04:00 Response by SSgt Gregory Guina made Sep 5 at 2014 12:11 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=228498&urlhash=228498 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I have tossed around a indoor range (you need a crap ton of money for that). Also wouldn't mind doing a burger/beer place. Anyone in SoCal want to open a bar with me next year once I retire? SSgt Gregory Guina Fri, 05 Sep 2014 00:11:45 -0400 2014-09-05T00:11:45-04:00 Response by LTC Paul Labrador made Sep 5 at 2014 11:39 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=228894&urlhash=228894 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>If I had freedom not to worry about profits to maintain the business, I'd open up a dance studio/event venue/party hall. There is always need for this kind of place but they are very hard to keep open due to the unpredictability of funds coming in. LTC Paul Labrador Fri, 05 Sep 2014 11:39:09 -0400 2014-09-05T11:39:09-04:00 Response by CPT Jack Durish made Sep 5 at 2014 11:43 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=228904&urlhash=228904 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I started several businesses in my lifetime. I couldn't keep a job. I started my first when I was just seventeen, making boat cushions stuffed with the then new plastic foam to replace the foam rubber ones that were rotting and falling to pieces. I was a Sea Scout and had many connections that provided business leads. Unfortunately, my family was attracted by my success, involved themselves, and ruined it.<br /><br />In later years I opened my own ad agency after working in a few others. It was successful for a time until govt regulations began driving manufacturing overseas and business dried up. <br /><br />I ended my career as an independent IT consultant. Made a helluva lot of money until govt spending crashed the economy and I retired.<br /><br />I don't know if I would recommend entrepreneurship these days inasmuch as govt interference makes it so difficult. Here in California, there is a myriad of bureaucrats ready to pounce on anyone with the temerity to start a business. I'd definitely go elsewhere to have a chance of success. CPT Jack Durish Fri, 05 Sep 2014 11:43:29 -0400 2014-09-05T11:43:29-04:00 Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 5 at 2014 1:03 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=229008&urlhash=229008 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I always wanted to open a bar that served drinks with only two ingredients (and ice could be considered an ingredient). So if you wanted straight liquor or a martini, ok. If you wanted a Long Island Slow Comfortable Screw Iced Tea, I can point you down the street. And it would have a cigar bar/humidor in the back.<br /><br />Yes, I know it’s very niche.<br /><br />No, I have no plans to really do it. SSgt Private RallyPoint Member Fri, 05 Sep 2014 13:03:12 -0400 2014-09-05T13:03:12-04:00 Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 5 at 2014 1:22 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=229031&urlhash=229031 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I think we have the same Sand Man, cause that sounds like you pulled it directly from my brain. Only difference is i would want an indoor option and a firearms shop attached. SGT Private RallyPoint Member Fri, 05 Sep 2014 13:22:03 -0400 2014-09-05T13:22:03-04:00 Response by Cpl Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 5 at 2014 2:09 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=229099&urlhash=229099 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Dream job would be to run a Charter Sailboat business either in the Caribbean or South Pacific. All the rum and sun you can handle. Cpl Private RallyPoint Member Fri, 05 Sep 2014 14:09:54 -0400 2014-09-05T14:09:54-04:00 Response by MSG Brad Sand made Sep 7 at 2014 10:31 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=232197&urlhash=232197 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Mark,<br /><br />They have classes for business side of your dream. If it what you love, then do it. The VA also has money to help you reach your dream. MSG Brad Sand Sun, 07 Sep 2014 22:31:42 -0400 2014-09-07T22:31:42-04:00 Response by SSgt Michael Hacker made Sep 9 at 2014 2:43 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=234332&urlhash=234332 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I'd like to make a living by creating. Writing, music, video, knives, whatever. SSgt Michael Hacker Tue, 09 Sep 2014 14:43:20 -0400 2014-09-09T14:43:20-04:00 Response by PO2 Molly Burton made Sep 9 at 2014 10:16 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=234978&urlhash=234978 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I am living the dream. My husband worked in the Pest Control Industry for almost 10 years by the time I separated from the service. I hated hearing the tricks of the trade and hope some business operated using "Overhead" as an excuse for the cost of some of the service tickets written. After some time away from the service and a lot of discussion, we opened up our own Pest Control Company that challenges every business model out there when it comes to the industry. I get to help out my community to even include the people that work in my very field. Crazy eh? PO2 Molly Burton Tue, 09 Sep 2014 22:16:57 -0400 2014-09-09T22:16:57-04:00 Response by LT Jessica Kellogg made Sep 9 at 2014 10:44 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=235007&urlhash=235007 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Mine's more of 'if I had done things different' - I'd want to work as a physical therapist for wounded warriors. Being a physical therapist is something I've considered on and off since freshman year in high school. LT Jessica Kellogg Tue, 09 Sep 2014 22:44:14 -0400 2014-09-09T22:44:14-04:00 Response by SGT Tyler Stephenson made Sep 11 at 2014 11:50 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=237005&urlhash=237005 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I am growing my dream!!! I own sgtmurphystactical.com and it goes live this friday!!! This is an ammo and tactical supply business that will direct ship to you anywhere in the continental! i am doing all of this through sweat equity and paying out of pocket as i go. The end goal is to turn it into a gun shop here in Arlington TX. SGT Tyler Stephenson Thu, 11 Sep 2014 11:50:42 -0400 2014-09-11T11:50:42-04:00 Response by Sgt James Schmeling made Sep 13 at 2014 11:12 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=239457&urlhash=239457 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Mark, if you don&#39;t have business skills, have you considered learning them? There are several courses we offer through Syracuse University and through the SBA on starting and building your business. All of them are free to veterans, transitioning military members, and in some cases family members. (There&#39;s a $75 registration fee for one of them, VWISE, but it covers two nights in a hotel that are usually over $150 per night, and that&#39;s just so people don&#39;t cancel and leave us paying for an empty room.) No GI Bill use, no tuition, no fees, nothing hidden, and a huge network of alumni.<br /><br />Specifically we have:<br />Veterans with disabilities (Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans with Disabilities, EBV)<br />Caregivers and family members (Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans’ Families, EBV-F)<br />Veteran women, active duty and female family members (Veteran Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship, V-WISE)<br />Post 9/11 veterans and military spouses (Veteran Career Transition Program, VCTP)<br />Transitioning service members (Operation Boots to Business: From Service to Startup, B2B)<br /><br />Read more at <a target="_blank" href="http://vets.syr.edu/education">http://vets.syr.edu/education</a> <div class="pta-link-card answers-template-image type-default"> <div class="pta-link-card-picture"> <img src="https://d26horl2n8pviu.cloudfront.net/link_data_pictures/images/000/003/027/qrc/Logo.png?1443022994"> </div> <div class="pta-link-card-content"> <p class="pta-link-card-title"> <a target="blank" href="http://vets.syr.edu/education">PROGRAMS | IVMF</a> </p> <p class="pta-link-card-description">The IVMF leverages higher education to design, develop and deliver world-class educational programs for veterans, their families and community stakeholders. The institute’s educational programs are designed to provide veterans and their families with the skills needed to be successful in education, work and life.</p> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> Sgt James Schmeling Sat, 13 Sep 2014 11:12:29 -0400 2014-09-13T11:12:29-04:00 Response by LTC Rex Wilson made Sep 16 at 2014 5:24 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=243827&urlhash=243827 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Travel has always been one of my dreams. While on Active Duty with SF I was deployed to many countries and I learned to enjoy finding out about other cultures, customs and languages, so in my retirement I KNEW I wanted to travel more for those experiences which only come from being somewhere you've never been, seeing exciting new vistas, tasting spectacular new dishes, and getting the nuance of other cultures by putting myself into exotic lands. Little did I know that within 3 years of my retirement date I would take advantage of a tremendous opportunity to own my very own travel website! Now, my wife, Alicia and I are "living the dream" of being able to travel for a fraction of retail and earning a good living at the same time! We have found a way to include our family and best friends in the business so they are able to take advantage of the same Perks that we are accustomed to. In a few days we'll be going to Las Vegas for 5 days, in October we'll be on an 11 Day cruise in the Mediterrainian Sea, and in Novemeber we'll be in the Caribbean for a week. Its a great life to get PAID to travel! LTC Rex Wilson Tue, 16 Sep 2014 17:24:08 -0400 2014-09-16T17:24:08-04:00 Response by CMSgt James Nolan made Sep 24 at 2014 11:08 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=254706&urlhash=254706 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Now that smoking weed is legal in Colorado, I was thinking that when I retire, I might open the worlds biggest Dorito store-right next to a weed store. I will have guys walking around with warm Doritos in every flavor, with fans blowing the scent of warm Doritos onto the street. Figure that in a year, could triple my retirement!<br />Good store placement would make for a sure thing. They toke up and then chow down.<br /><br />And I would talk really really really slow, and deep-to freak people out. CMSgt James Nolan Wed, 24 Sep 2014 23:08:11 -0400 2014-09-24T23:08:11-04:00 Response by SPC James Mcneil made Oct 5 at 2014 6:27 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=265865&urlhash=265865 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I am in my dream business. Granted, times are tough now with no customers on the horizon. But I'd rather be doing what I'm doing now than anything else.<br /><br />I am a motivational speaker and a corporate trainer in the fields of leadership, teamwork, and customer service. SPC James Mcneil Sun, 05 Oct 2014 18:27:36 -0400 2014-10-05T18:27:36-04:00 Response by SMSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 5 at 2014 7:48 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=265967&urlhash=265967 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Touche`….cleaning service. SMSgt Private RallyPoint Member Sun, 05 Oct 2014 19:48:12 -0400 2014-10-05T19:48:12-04:00 Response by SGT Chris Birkinbine made Oct 6 at 2014 12:01 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=266597&urlhash=266597 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I would like to start my own small systems prototyping business some day. I think that would be a lot of fun. I like to tinker and build things. SGT Chris Birkinbine Mon, 06 Oct 2014 12:01:30 -0400 2014-10-06T12:01:30-04:00 Response by COL Jean (John) F. B. made Oct 6 at 2014 1:03 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=266700&urlhash=266700 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>My dream job would be to own an "oldies" (50's/60's) radio station and DJ one of the shows.<br /><br />Collecting music has been one of my hobbies since I was about 10 years old and I have thousands of 45's, 33 1/3's, 8-track tapes, reel to reel tapes, cassette tapes, CD's and, now, thousands of songs on my iPods, iPad and iPhone.<br /><br />Still have not given up that dream and may still do it one day. COL Jean (John) F. B. Mon, 06 Oct 2014 13:03:31 -0400 2014-10-06T13:03:31-04:00 Response by TSgt Mark Vaughn made Oct 7 at 2014 2:05 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=268046&urlhash=268046 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>This may sound funny, but my Dream Business would be to open a Full-Service gas station like we used to have when I was a kid. I miss the days when you would we would pull up to the service station with my folks and the guy would come up and my dad would say fill er' up and check the oil please. Those days have gone the way of dodo bird. My wife would love to own a mom and pop restaurant so it would be cool to have an attached coffee shop and even a service area that my middle son who is studying to be a mechanic could work on cars. A Real honest to goodness family owned place. Yeah that's my dream Job. Or a themed bar I would settle for that also. TSgt Mark Vaughn Tue, 07 Oct 2014 14:05:09 -0400 2014-10-07T14:05:09-04:00 Response by SSgt Brycen Shumway made Oct 8 at 2014 2:30 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=269498&urlhash=269498 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I want to be able to tell the world of all the great stories running through my head in one medium or another. Whether it's through literature and novels, pictures and animation, and/or interactive gaming media. SSgt Brycen Shumway Wed, 08 Oct 2014 14:30:20 -0400 2014-10-08T14:30:20-04:00 Response by SSG Maurice P. made Oct 9 at 2014 5:35 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=271352&urlhash=271352 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>THAT WOULD CATCH ON LIKE HOT CAKES SSG Maurice P. Thu, 09 Oct 2014 17:35:02 -0400 2014-10-09T17:35:02-04:00 Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 10 at 2014 8:28 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=272931&urlhash=272931 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I would love to own a bowling alley. I might not ever leave.<br /><br />Or... a sports talk radio station. That could be good fun too. SFC Private RallyPoint Member Fri, 10 Oct 2014 20:28:18 -0400 2014-10-10T20:28:18-04:00 Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 10 at 2014 10:12 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=273028&urlhash=273028 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I would open a Dating service for special parties. We would connect you with our highest caliber possible, if you know what I mean. I would call it the Death Blossom of Love. Although I don't anticipate to have many repeat customers. CPT Private RallyPoint Member Fri, 10 Oct 2014 22:12:49 -0400 2014-10-10T22:12:49-04:00 Response by PO2 Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 10 at 2014 10:21 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=273036&urlhash=273036 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I have it. It's not a job to me, it's a love. Being a vets Advocate. I love to give back. PO2 Private RallyPoint Member Fri, 10 Oct 2014 22:21:06 -0400 2014-10-10T22:21:06-04:00 Response by LTC Jason Strickland made Oct 11 at 2014 7:42 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=273396&urlhash=273396 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I'm in my dream business - serving others! I get to help my military brethren, focus on keeping marriages strong, and promote healthy families. What more could I ask for? LTC Jason Strickland Sat, 11 Oct 2014 07:42:10 -0400 2014-10-11T07:42:10-04:00 Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 14 at 2014 10:11 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=278267&urlhash=278267 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I'd own my own day spa and VIP nightclub. SGT Private RallyPoint Member Tue, 14 Oct 2014 22:11:43 -0400 2014-10-14T22:11:43-04:00 Response by CPT Jack Durish made Oct 15 at 2014 11:46 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=278853&urlhash=278853 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>In an earlier response to this discussion, I mentioned that I spent my life creating businesses as an entrepreneur, some successful, some not, and encouraged veterans to consider it. At a VFW meeting last night I learned that there is an effort underway to amend the GI Bill to allow veterans to use these benefits as seed capital for small businesses rather than education. I suggest that we all write our representatives in Congress and get behind this movement. CPT Jack Durish Wed, 15 Oct 2014 11:46:33 -0400 2014-10-15T11:46:33-04:00 Response by CPT Mike M. made Oct 15 at 2014 7:46 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=279562&urlhash=279562 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Military advisor/liason to Hollywood helping ensure an acceptable amount of realism and on the liaison side, contact the necessary military personnel to coordinate for use of things like bases as a filming location, use of tanks, trained soldiers as extras, etc. CPT Mike M. Wed, 15 Oct 2014 19:46:24 -0400 2014-10-15T19:46:24-04:00 Response by SPC David Wyckoff made Oct 21 at 2014 2:05 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=286907&urlhash=286907 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>In April of this year I finally completed the paperwork and set up my dream business. I started a firearms/ammunition/accessories business. The FFL was the most laborious and expensive part.<br /><br />My wife and I are running it off of my kitchen table right now, but some day it will be a store front that I can pass on to my grandkids. I am working on getting my GSA numbers so I might be able to get a nice governmment contract. I would like to add a range as well. Living in Wyoming, I might be able to make that happen in a few years.<br />Never give up on your dreams, SFC Merino. SPC David Wyckoff Tue, 21 Oct 2014 14:05:53 -0400 2014-10-21T14:05:53-04:00 Response by Col Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 23 at 2014 6:03 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=290015&urlhash=290015 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>So this may sound weird but there are a lot of contract nursing agencies that don't take care of their employees. I would love to start an agency that is focused both on providing quality patient care and giving back to the nurses who make it happen. Second, I would give the proceeds back by having a traveling mobility health care RV just for veterans, and the homeless. Col Private RallyPoint Member Thu, 23 Oct 2014 06:03:27 -0400 2014-10-23T06:03:27-04:00 Response by PO3 Brendan "Smitty" Smith made Nov 7 at 2014 9:36 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=315311&urlhash=315311 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>My dream business would be to own my own Craft Brewery. My friends and I already have a business plan, it's just a matter of securing funding. Since we are all Vets, we want to call it American Warrior Brewing. 10% of all profits will go to military charities who have an A rating or better. PO3 Brendan "Smitty" Smith Fri, 07 Nov 2014 09:36:07 -0500 2014-11-07T09:36:07-05:00 Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 7 at 2014 9:52 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=315323&urlhash=315323 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I always had ambitions to own a city sized piece of land and open a year round Medieval Village, as authentic as possible. SFC Private RallyPoint Member Fri, 07 Nov 2014 09:52:19 -0500 2014-11-07T09:52:19-05:00 Response by SGT Michael Glenn made Nov 7 at 2014 11:14 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=316378&urlhash=316378 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I always wanted to be either in Law enforcement, Formula One Pilot, GP1 Pilot, or into bodywork fabrication of hot rods. SGT Michael Glenn Fri, 07 Nov 2014 23:14:15 -0500 2014-11-07T23:14:15-05:00 Response by PO2 Jonathan Scharff made Nov 7 at 2014 11:25 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=316396&urlhash=316396 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>My wife and I own and operate a physical, occupational and speech therapy practice. That is what our dream was. I say was, because I really don't know if I would ever do this again. After 15 years I am so disheartened. Between constantly reducing reimbursements and consistently increasing taxes and costs to a small business I would never recommend this to anyone. We love what we do, helping people, often treating Vets and disabled people, but if you can't make a living and just add overwhelming stress to your life it isn't worth it. <br /><br />We both say we shoulda opened up a Dairy Queen. lol No one complains about paying for an ice-cream cone but they complain about paying $20 for a one hour treatment by someone with their doctorate that I have to pay an exorbitant salary to! Sorry for the rant...it's been a long few months. :( Anyone know those 6 numbers we all need? PO2 Jonathan Scharff Fri, 07 Nov 2014 23:25:22 -0500 2014-11-07T23:25:22-05:00 Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 7 at 2014 11:29 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=316403&urlhash=316403 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Wow if I had a business I would have to contract with the military to establish "Unit Grandmothers" within every military unit in our country. These retired grannies would hug you, love you, bake cookies for you, rock you to sleep, give you hopes, and just make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside! Just imagine, you got a junior troop straight up complaining about his life....guess what, Unit grannies got you covered(literally) with huggies and kissies. Morale increased 1071%! It works vertical too, you see ole SgtMaj cant wait to retire but everybody just keeps messin up...UNIT GRANDMOTHERS! "Its OK to cry, just do it with Granny on your side"....its all about the feels nowadays SSG Private RallyPoint Member Fri, 07 Nov 2014 23:29:48 -0500 2014-11-07T23:29:48-05:00 Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 7 at 2014 11:46 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=316429&urlhash=316429 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Hobby store or Vintage Video Game shop. I'm already going to school for business to try and make this a reality.... SSgt Private RallyPoint Member Fri, 07 Nov 2014 23:46:14 -0500 2014-11-07T23:46:14-05:00 Response by SPC Charles Estes made Nov 8 at 2014 11:04 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=317971&urlhash=317971 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Breeding oddball tropical fish. Polypterus species in particular. Captive bred fish are the most sustainable, you don't have to worry about the supplying country changing laws, or in the worst case scenario going to war. Captive bred means not reducing wild populations to extinction.<br /><br />I would like to see Asian Arowanas allowed in the US again, while still threatened in the wild, there are thriving captive bred populations now, they are big enough to be chipped(and are, anywhere they are legally kept.<br /><br />Personally, I'd love to have some rainbow snakeheads, but the entire family of fish have been demonized, so I've had to give that particular dream up, unless I want to go live in the Philippines. Not likely, I see too little of my extended family as is, lol. SPC Charles Estes Sat, 08 Nov 2014 23:04:36 -0500 2014-11-08T23:04:36-05:00 Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 9 at 2014 3:27 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=318146&urlhash=318146 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I'd have to go full nerd and open a Comic Book store. :) SPC Private RallyPoint Member Sun, 09 Nov 2014 03:27:54 -0500 2014-11-09T03:27:54-05:00 Response by SSG (ret) William Martin made Nov 9 at 2014 3:53 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=318153&urlhash=318153 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>SFC (R) Mark Merino, If you want, you can record all your coffee sales in that little green book from supply (NSN 7530-00-222-3521). SSG (ret) William Martin Sun, 09 Nov 2014 03:53:07 -0500 2014-11-09T03:53:07-05:00 Response by SFC Chad Kozdra made Nov 29 at 2014 1:05 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=346912&urlhash=346912 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Yes but I have had issues finding investors, I have done all the research and am ready but do not have enough saved to have "skin in the game". SFC Chad Kozdra Sat, 29 Nov 2014 13:05:00 -0500 2014-11-29T13:05:00-05:00 Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 1 at 2014 5:51 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=350198&urlhash=350198 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>There are a lot of big dreams posted and i am over thinking I just want to own a bar. Not a dirty dive bar but not too fancy either. Someplace everyone can be comfortable and it doesn't mater if you show up in shorts and t-shirt or a business suite, I want a place we can all have a good time but be responsible. SFC Private RallyPoint Member Mon, 01 Dec 2014 17:51:29 -0500 2014-12-01T17:51:29-05:00 Response by SSG Tim Everett made Dec 1 at 2014 8:57 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=350410&urlhash=350410 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I'm currently struggling to be a film-maker, with an emphasis on veterans as cast/crew.<br /><br />I once wanted to open a reasonably authentic Celtic pub (because I am forced to include my Irish brethren). I wanted it to have a sort of medieval/fantasy tavern feel. We would blast punk rock and metal, along with traditional Scottish (and, begrudgingly, Irish) music. Live bands, too. Then I discovered that Marietta GA, about 10-15min away from me, already has something like this. SSG Tim Everett Mon, 01 Dec 2014 20:57:18 -0500 2014-12-01T20:57:18-05:00 Response by SFC Mark Merino made Dec 8 at 2014 9:59 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=361473&urlhash=361473 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Maybe I could open an Irish Pub and get this guy to play outside?<br /><br /><br /><a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgzZLNwqvdQ">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgzZLNwqvdQ</a> <div class="pta-link-card answers-template-image type-youtube"> <div class="pta-link-card-video"> <iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/sgzZLNwqvdQ?version=3&amp;autohide=1&amp;wmode=transparent" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div> <div class="pta-link-card-content"> <p class="pta-link-card-title"> <a target="blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgzZLNwqvdQ">Bagpipes AC/DC &quot;Thunderstruck&quot; with flames Bad Piper</a> </p> <p class="pta-link-card-description">Reported to be known as the &quot;Bad Piper&quot; from Fremantle (Perth, Western Australia) who evidently does a great job at entertaining a crowd. He was also on Aus...</p> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> SFC Mark Merino Mon, 08 Dec 2014 21:59:34 -0500 2014-12-08T21:59:34-05:00 Response by CW2 Michael Berthiaume made Dec 10 at 2014 2:33 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=364407&urlhash=364407 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Yes sir. I am a Distributor and my own boss with Beachbody. The makers of P90X and Insanity. Keeps me fit, healthy and a great side income as well. Always looking for good peeps to join me !! CW2 Michael Berthiaume Wed, 10 Dec 2014 14:33:31 -0500 2014-12-10T14:33:31-05:00 Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 10 at 2014 7:05 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=364881&urlhash=364881 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Sure do. Go and build a system that crashes every other day, only works 15% of the time and does not communicate with the systems and sell it to the government. While it may sound like a failure it would be more functional than most of the systems out there right now. LTC Private RallyPoint Member Wed, 10 Dec 2014 19:05:55 -0500 2014-12-10T19:05:55-05:00 Response by SSG Jeffrey Spencer made Dec 10 at 2014 9:17 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=365108&urlhash=365108 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I really only thought about public service. My next career focus is to be a city manager or county administrator. I have gathered all the experience from a variety of fields.<br /><br />I guess the only other thing I have thought about is to own a themed bed and breakfast inn. I love to cook and I love to build. What would be more natural? SSG Jeffrey Spencer Wed, 10 Dec 2014 21:17:17 -0500 2014-12-10T21:17:17-05:00 Response by SPC(P) Jay Heenan made Dec 10 at 2014 9:24 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=365117&urlhash=365117 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I am putting a business plan together for my business. I am first going to do it as a 'side job' to make sure that I can drum up business and also pay the bills. I am really excited about it..now just to find the place I am going to live. Priorities you know... SPC(P) Jay Heenan Wed, 10 Dec 2014 21:24:26 -0500 2014-12-10T21:24:26-05:00 Response by CSM Charles Hayden made Dec 10 at 2014 9:28 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=365125&urlhash=365125 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>SFC Marino, Gunsite Academy N. of Prescott is ? miles from San Tan Valley? I knew 1ea x-Sheriff who worked there as an ad hoc instructor. CSM CSM Charles Hayden Wed, 10 Dec 2014 21:28:06 -0500 2014-12-10T21:28:06-05:00 Response by CPT Chris Loomis made Dec 10 at 2014 9:55 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=365167&urlhash=365167 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Well, whatever you folks decide to do, don't become a licensed CA Private Investigator in Los Angeles, CA. The market is too diluted and full of people with no background in law enforcement or detective work. And then they try to undercut the market, and lie to their clients. <br /><br />I'm in the process of greater diversification. I've taught surveillance operations and response to active shooter for years. More of my focus is in that direction....<br /><br />I will say this in advance to all of us: Enjoy your post military life. Take it easy and smell some roses and see some sunsets.... Life is too short not to. Enjoy our families/friends and the freedoms we have defended and made possible. <br /><br />An finally: GO ARMY! BEAT NAVY!! CPT Chris Loomis Wed, 10 Dec 2014 21:55:20 -0500 2014-12-10T21:55:20-05:00 Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 11 at 2014 9:05 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=365588&urlhash=365588 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I plan on photographing full time once I'm out. While keeping it mostly with rodeos and competitions would be ideal, personalized portrait sessions are where the money is at. If I wasn't in the military right now, I'd probably be following BPIR on their circuit right now. SGT Private RallyPoint Member Thu, 11 Dec 2014 09:05:22 -0500 2014-12-11T09:05:22-05:00 Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 11 at 2014 3:04 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=366105&urlhash=366105 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Im almost there. I have 6 acres on the top of a hill to half of the base of the hill with a river running through in Yauco, Puerto Rico. I bought 3 while the other half was left for me by my Grandfather. I want to retire and live the rest of my days there. I want to have a self sustaining farm just for me and the ol' lady. I have to wait till the kids grow up and move on though. the dream businesss plan is to make some money here and there as an honest mechanic with my own shop. nothing fancy.... SSG Private RallyPoint Member Thu, 11 Dec 2014 15:04:00 -0500 2014-12-11T15:04:00-05:00 Response by SA Harold Hansmann made Dec 12 at 2014 8:56 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=367100&urlhash=367100 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>All I want is a minimum of 40 acres that I can raise my own meat for the freezer. ( beef, pork, sheep, rabbits, pheasants, turkeys, chickens, ect…) plant a decent sized garden. build a 300 yrd rifle range and pistol range. And hunt venison on. My wife has her own business (Beckalynsmasquerade.com) where we actually use the feathers from the birds we eat and rabbit hide we get tanned. <br />So we don't have much that isn't used from the animals we process out. SA Harold Hansmann Fri, 12 Dec 2014 08:56:40 -0500 2014-12-12T08:56:40-05:00 Response by SGT Kristin Wiley made Dec 24 at 2014 1:35 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=385031&urlhash=385031 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Not really a business, but I would like to open a no-cage animal shelter. SGT Kristin Wiley Wed, 24 Dec 2014 13:35:42 -0500 2014-12-24T13:35:42-05:00 Response by MAJ Jim Woods made Dec 24 at 2014 2:56 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=385115&urlhash=385115 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I'm Livin' It! Was a State Police Officer for 20 years after the Army then retired and am doing polygraphs for 14 separate LE Agencies in South Central Idaho. I also teach at polygraph schools throughout the world for DOD and DOS (headed to Nepal mid January). MAJ Jim Woods Wed, 24 Dec 2014 14:56:43 -0500 2014-12-24T14:56:43-05:00 Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 27 at 2014 1:34 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=388085&urlhash=388085 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I am working on something that may pay off big and I will also hand this off to someone else and be a consultant to my business. Has to do with Weather. SSgt Private RallyPoint Member Sat, 27 Dec 2014 01:34:39 -0500 2014-12-27T01:34:39-05:00 Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 27 at 2014 1:38 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=388092&urlhash=388092 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>And of course, Military Weather Forecasters will be first in line, especially ones who have actually TAF experience. SSgt Private RallyPoint Member Sat, 27 Dec 2014 01:38:15 -0500 2014-12-27T01:38:15-05:00 Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 27 at 2014 1:48 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=388100&urlhash=388100 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>See what I did there? 75th response?? lol SSgt Private RallyPoint Member Sat, 27 Dec 2014 01:48:28 -0500 2014-12-27T01:48:28-05:00 Response by CMSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 28 at 2014 9:38 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/do-you-have-a-post-military-deam-business-planned?n=389738&urlhash=389738 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>#1 Dream job would be a "photographer." I would love shooting pictures of family get togethers (i.e. family reunions, weddings, dinners, vacation, pregnancy and baby shots), portraits, city life/country life and nature.<br /><br />#2 Open up a five star restaurant that specializes in three to five dishes from the countries I've lived in/visited throughout my 29 year career. Example: Real thin crust pizza/spaghetti carbonara (Italy), gyro/fried cheese (Greece) miso soup/sushi (Japan), chicken tava/ekmet (Turkey), Jager-schnitzel/brat-sandwich (Germany) Bulgogi/cucumber kimchi (Korea), Fish &amp; Chips (England), Alcatra (Azores). If only I had the money and Chefs to pull this off!!! CMSgt Private RallyPoint Member Sun, 28 Dec 2014 09:38:12 -0500 2014-12-28T09:38:12-05:00 2014-09-04T16:37:08-04:00