I agree 100% that "my family thinks I come up with good ideas" is a very weak statement. It's by no means the basis for my pursuits but, I don't have friends in the IT-field so I discuss my ideas to my friends/family instead. And they are a TOUGH sale. In fact, as a rule of thumb, I go to them only b/c I know they'll give me EVERY reason why my ideas won't work. And I give my rebuttals on why it will work and I win. :)

Right now I'm working on an online microbiz that will promise to deliver traffic to small businesses locally (with scalable potential). The entire web development is being outsourced and should be ready by April 1st. It's my first "online venture", but it's not innovative. I'm just replicating a successful business model and using it to do a few things: 1) Generate income independently 2) Learn more about outsourcing projects 3) Get my 'foot in the door' in the online business world 4) Use this to gain some recognition amongst like-minded peers so I can expand my network.

I just had a new housemate move in and as luck would have it, he's a Java Developer with a masters in comp sci. He's only been here for a month, but I know he's a great guy and I plan to discuss this idea with him for possible teamwork in implementing it.

You're right that I should develop the prototype then be concerned about the sales pitch/growth after wards. I realize it, but it helps to hear it from others.

Thanks.