1. Handyman Are you always fixing things around the
house? Often on call when friends need small projects completed? Put together a
website, figure out what your time and expertise is worth, and start asking
those thankful friends for referrals. 2. Woodworker Similarly, if you have a
passion for crafting beautiful furniture or other home goods out of wood —
there’s demand for that. List a few of your pieces on sites like Etsy, eBay, or
Craigslist. Once you build a following, consider starting a website, accepting
custom orders, or expanding to refinishing work and upholstery. 3. Online dating
consultant Dating consultants usually charge for their time. They help people
create successful online dating profiles, source possible matches from outside
normal online channels, and offer a level of personalization Tinder just can’t.
Think you’ve got a knack for the match? This might be the business for you. 4.
Sewing and alteration specialist People will always need clothing hemmed and
buttons mended — and you could be the person to do it. If you love sewing, start
by offering simple services like those mentioned above, and expand your
repertoire to dressmaking and design as you build a customer base and demand. 5.
Freelance developer From building websites for other small businesses to
providing technical support for certain projects, quality web development is in
high demand right now. With such a technical skillset, make sure you can
describe what you do and how you will do it in easy-to-understand language. Test
your messaging on friends and family who don’t have a firm understanding of the
work you do. 6. Personal trainer Offer in-home consultations, personalized
nutrition and exercise regimens, and community boot camps to get the word out.
Don’t forget to populate an Instagram feed with inspirational quotes, free
exercise videos, and yummy snack ideas as well — it’s a common way for fitness
gurus to build their brands. 7. Freelance graphic designer Set your own hours,
choose your projects, and build a portfolio and business you’re proud of. From
website design to blog graphics and more, many companies seek out experienced
graphic designers for all manner of projects. 8. Life/career coach If you have
some experience under your belt, put it to good use as a life or career coach.
Many of us are looking for guidance in our careers — and finding someone with
the time to mentor us can be tough. Life/career coaches don’t come cheap, but
they are able to offer clients the intense and hands-on training and advice they
need to make serious moves in their personal and professional lives. After all,
sometimes everyone just needs some uplifting advice. 9. Resume writer Submitting
a resume, cover letter, and — when necessary — portfolio for a new job can be
tough and time consuming. That’s why many people hire help. Assist clients with
tailored resumes, beautifully edited cover letters, and carefully crafted
portfolios that make it impossible for employers to ignore. 10. Freelance writer
If you have writing skills, there’s someone out there willing to pay you for
them. Write blog posts, magazine articles, and website copy galore — just make
sure you have a body of work built up to share with potential clients. Even if
you create a few sample pieces to have on hand, they’ll help exhibit your work
and attract new business. 11. Translator Speak a foreign language? Start a
translation service. Consider specializing in a specific genre of translation,
like medical or financial translation, as you might be able to fill a niche need
in your community. 12. Garden designer Many people have the willingness to do
the dirty work in their backyards, but few have the know-how to design a
backyard space to begin with. Draw up the designs for your clients’ outdoor
spaces and let them do the actual digging. 13. Ecommerce store owner Do you
create, collect, or curate anything special? Consider starting an ecommerce
store and turning your hobby into a full-time job. Whether you need somewhere to
sell all that pottery you’ve been making, or an excuse to search for the sports
memorabilia you love tracking down — an ecommerce store can make it financially
viable for you to pursue your passion. 14. Landscaper Mowing, tree-trimming, and
seasonal decor are all neighborhood needs. If you have or can acquire the
equipment, a landscaping business can be a lucrative affair. 15. Videographer
Video production requires you to have invested in the equipment up front which
can be quite expensive. But that’s also what makes your services so valuable.
Make sure you have a reel of your work to share or create a website with several
selections of your work available for interested viewers. 16. Photographer Start
by conducting photo shoots for your family and friends. As you build a body of
work, ask for referrals. Photography businesses often grow by word of mouth, so
create a Facebook page where you can tag recent clients, which will show up in
their friends’ newsfeeds as well. 17. Travel planner The time of the travel
agent might be passing, but people are still looking for those with a knack for
more nontraditional travel coordination. If you always plan the perfect
vacations complete with beautiful hotels, the ideal location, and a bevy of
delicious restaurants lined up for every evening, consider advertising your
services as a more modern approach to travel planning. 18. Car-detailing
specialist The devil is in the details and you can be too. Car detailing
services that travel to the client are in high demand. Just make sure you have
the flexibility, transportation, and equipment to take your business on the
road. 19. Home inspector This will require a great deal of expertise and
certification, but it’s a job that can give you the flexibility and pay you’ve
always dreamed of. Confirm the licensing requirements in your state and consider
taking a few courses to build out your knowledge, authority, and expertise. 20.
House cleaner With a low barrier to entry, house cleaning can be a great way to
start doing what you love — soon. Consider advertising to homes in your
neighborhood and get more bang for your buck by earning a few small businesses
as clients as well. They’ll usually bring in a higher paycheck for a similar
amount of work. 21. Personal chef We all love to eat, but few of us have the
time or energy to cook healthy, delicious meals. Advertise your services to
local families and businesses alike. And consider "chunking" certain groups of
clients — say, vegetarians — so you can cook larger quantities of the same dish
to feed them all. 22. Property manager Many people maintain properties they
don’t live in — often based in different cities or states. It’s helpful to have
someone to ensure the property is being well taken care of, handle small fixes
as they arise, and serve as a liaison to renters. 23. Packing services
facilitator Moving is always a pain, and many people hire the entire packing
process out. Want to have a steady stream of clients? Partner with a local
moving service who will refer new clients to you. 24. Massage therapist Soothe
aching muscles and promote peace for your clients as a massage therapist. Look
into training and certification courses in your city and state and invest in a
portable bed to take on client visits. 25. Hairdressing or makeup artist Sure,
you could go to cosmetology school and pay for an expensive chair at a salon, or
you could offer specialized styling and makeup services right to your client’s
door. 26. Bed and breakfast owner This is another business venture that will
require you to research the correct licensure from your state, but it will be
well worth it to see your dreams come true. Consider what guests will be
traveling to your area to experience and create special packages and themed
stays to coincide with their interests in your locale. 27. Interior designer
Similar to landscape design — there are many people who have the ability to buy
the furniture and home decor they need to fill their rooms, but few who know
where to start. It might take some time to build a portfolio but documenting
your projects and sharing them online can build a fan base beyond your wildest
dreams. 28. Nonprofit owner If you dream of devoting your life to a cause you
believe in, it might be time to start a nonprofit. You’ll need to incorporate
your business and file for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status — and then you’ll be
required to meet ongoing standards of compliance, but the payoff is making a
meaningful impact on a cause you believe in. Want to do good while still making
a profit? Consider social entrepreneurship. 29. Tour guide Love the local
history of your city or state? Consider becoming a tour guide. Sure, you’ll need
to conduct tons of research to be able to do the job well, but that’s half the
fun. Set yourself apart by offering tours that speak to a specific niche of your
community’s history. Some tour guides offer historical walking tours of their
town’s most haunted spots while others curate guided foodie tours for guests to
get a true taste of the city. 30. Tutor Whether math whiz, piano master, or
Shakespeare aficionado — there’s someone out there who needs a little help and
is willing to pay for it. Advertise your services through local schools,
community colleges, and community centers to get the word out and build a
customer base. 31. Consultant If you have significant experience in or knowledge
of a specific subject, consider becoming a consultant. Perhaps you’re an expert
at hiring practices, have a knack for SEO, or have led multiple sales teams to
six-figure success. If you’re good at it, market yourself as a consultant and
charge the going rate. 32. Clothing boutique owner If you dream of building your
own fashion empire, why not start with a local boutique? Build buzz with
impressive window displays, inspiring social media accounts, and heavy community
involvement. 33. Event planner You might choose to specialize in a specific type
of event — like weddings or company meetings — or set yourself up as an event
planner of all trades. If you’re highly organized, pay keen attention to minute
details, and have experience planning large events, it might be time others
benefit from your skills. 34. Specialty food store owner Gourmet foods, cheeses,
sake, wine — you name a food, there’s a specialty food store out there for it.
Put your passion for exotic olive oils to good use and open a store where you
offer the kind of expertise and selection your audience couldn’t dream of
getting from their local grocer. 35. Personal assistant Again, if you’re an
organized, highly detailed person, the life of a personal assistant might be for
you. Don’t want to be tied to one office or person all day, every day? Consider
becoming a virtual assistant, which allows you a more flexible work environment.
36. Food truck owner Always dreamt of owning a restaurant but not quite ready to
take the plunge? Test out your concepts with a food truck. It’s a great way to
become familiar with food and restaurant licensing in your state, see what
people like and don’t like, and build a ravenous following before ever opening
or investing in a brick-and-mortar location. 37. Consignment shop owner If you
have an eye for style but don’t want to invest in the inventory of a brand-new
boutique, consider going consignment. It will allow you to curate a collection
of clothing that matches your goals and aesthetic, without the overhead of a
boutique selling entirely new garments. 38. Caterer If that personal chef gig is
too restrictive for your schedule, consider catering instead. Pick your
projects, work fewer but larger events, and get really good at time management.
39. Gym owner Kickboxing gyms, yoga studios, CrossFit, oh my! Turn your passion
for fitness into a community for others by opening your own gym. 40. Daycare
owner Childcare continues to be in high demand. While nannies and nanny shares
are popular right now, a good daycare is hard to find. Fill a need in your
neighborhood by opening your own. And, as always, make sure you’re complying
with your city and state’s zoning, licensure, insurance, and inspection
requirements. 41. Boutique agency owner What’s your specialty? Whether it’s
marketing, social media, or PR, it might be time to start your own agency. Many
other small businesses need this type of help, but don’t have the resources or
volume to necessitate a full-time position. Consider a building a small team and
learn from other entrepreneurs who’ve successfully started their own agencies,
like Duane Brown of Take Some Risk. 42. Coffee shop owner Turn your caffeine
addiction into something a little more lucrative. Opening a franchise or buying
an existing shop are lower-risk entry points to the coffee game but they usually
require a little more cash up front. Starting a shop from scratch requires a
little more planning and a lot more work — but it also maximizes your earning
potential in the future. 43. Moving company A truck, moving equipment, manpower,
and the correct permits and insurance are the building blocks of starting your
own moving company. Before you buy your first fleet of trucks, however, start
small with a moving van and keep your costs low. Still sound like too much of an
initial investment? Consider offering packing services only, which have a much
lower financial barrier to entry. 44. Home staging If you have a flare for
interior design, a staging service might serve as your creative outlet and
professional calling. You can build a portfolio with little initial investment
by staging homes using the owner’s existing furnishings and decor. Most stagers
eventually build up inventory of furniture as they become more established and
network with area realtors. 45. Dog walker, groomer, or trainer Licensing and
insurance will be the two most important factors in opening a dog walking,
grooming, or training business, but your canine colleagues will surely make up
for the initial red tape. To test the waters before jumping in, consider walking
dogs through companies like Rover or Wag. Ready to run your own show? Consider a
franchise like Dogtopia.
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