Entrepreneur's Guide to Second Life

Profit from your second life Business is booming in Second Life, and many residents are earning big bucks in-world-and so can you. This unique guide, written by well-known journalist Daniel Terdiman, walks you through what it takes to launch and run a successful Second Life business. Whether you want to become a real estate tycoon, an entertainment mogul, or a famous fashion designer, youa?ll get the inside tips and know-how you need to join the ranks of successful Second Life entrepreneurs. Youa?ll discover the unique challenges and opportunities of running an in-world business. Youa?ll delve into the most popular Second Life business and get practical pointers from some of the metaversea?s best-known entrepreneurs. And youa?ll get the nuts-and-bolts expertise you need to succeed, from developing a unique product or service to mounting an effective marketing campaign. Business basics: Get the lowdown on SL business models, setting up shop, and tracking revenue and expenses Real estate and construction: Learn the secrets for success in these popular in-world business Fashion, gadgets, and toys: Discover how to cash in on your creativity Entertainment, music, blogging, and more: Explore a range of other lucrative opportunities in the metaverse Marketing and advertising: Find proven ways to get the word out on your business Teen Second Life: Get the scoop on business opportunities in SLa?s teen-only grid Practical know-how: Find sample business plans, typical costs for goods and services, and expected income by industry Learn what makes a store great See how the experts market their businessesUnderstand the technical skills necessary to make compelling productsTerdiman, Daniel is the author of 'Entrepreneur's Guide to Second Life', published 2007 under ISBN 9780470179147 and ISBN 0470179147.