When starting your 900 number, the most important question is what kind of service to offer. Entertainment and information seem to work the best. One woman I talk with recently has parlayed her training in Psychology into a lucrative fortune telling number. It's a blend of entertainment and information that is irresistible for many. Prospects respond best to numbers that offer specific information that is too time consuming to get from other sources.
Convenience is key.
It might be possible to get the information from the public library or from a newspaper, but the 900 line is much easier and more immediate. Marketing Your 900 Number Marketing is another key factor. Without consistent marketing, no one will know about your service. Unfortunately, the cost can put you in the poor house. Many new 900 number entrepreneurs start by running classifieds in the daily paper.