As far as the out of the box ideas, don't think about making ideas to make money, solve problems...sometimes, try to solve problems people don't even know exist yet.
I just quit my job to do...whatever I'm going to do...full time. I've been saving money, and I just decided...I'm smart enough, dedicated enough, it's time. Do I suggest this for everyone? No, not really. I've been working at night on projects for about 9 months and I'm just ...ready.
I suggest more savings, more planning, and more working at night until you really decide its time. Run your own company, on your own time, until you get that ...urge. It may be 3 months from now, or 3 years. Either way, as long as you can pay your bills and eat, either with savings or side jobs. Do what you love, make tools you want, learn as much as you can, and change the world. Email me whenever you feel like. Tyler.Exposure (a) gmail.com