In order to start a business you first need an idea. Yes, I know that sounds so rudimentary and simple yet it is this little known fact that is usually overlooked. People develop products sometimes without really understanding their idea and it fails. Therefore, first and foremost we need to focus on developing a functioning idea. This is an idea that has been developed and researched to ensure success.

The makers of Google found an easy way to make searching the Internet simple and fun and they made billions of dollars. However, more importantly are all the thousands of people and businesses that have made money because of Google. People saw the potential of Google and began to advertise using Google's search box, text links and so forth. Your idea does not have to be a brand new unique product or development, it can be something that improves or uses another idea. There a dozens of companies who have made millions, literally millions of dollars off selling Ipod sleeves and accessories. These people did not develop the Ipod or its software; they just followed the niche product and added an idea in the pot.

Now is your chance to cash in on the video delivery service. Think of a viral marketing ploy, guerrilla marketing tactics using video, or maybe design a software that will improve watching or downloading the videos. If you are brave enough, develop your own website and compete with them in this wonderful thing called an open market economy.

Some Simple Ways to Turn Video Media Into Cash

If you currently own a gaming website, joke or humor site, or the ever popular community websites like myspace, add Youtube's free content to your website. They let you include embedded scripts of the videos. Their servers host the video and your website simply displays the content. It does not take your visitors away from your site, they just see the Youtube logo. This will add stickiness to your website and keep your customers returning.