Do you have the enthusiasm to build, create, innovate and hustle in this cut-throat competition? Do you dream to be called as an entrepreneur but are pondering over what business to take up? No problem! Here, I walk you through 5 business ideas that you can easily build from ground up.
But before we start talking about those ideas, a few lines of wisdom to bear in mind: In today’s era, it is not necessary to have an unusual business idea to be where you want to be. Good things happen to those who are consistent with their efforts and have problem-solving skills. Even Facebook didn’t make waves when it was started. Google, for instance, wasn’t the first celebrated search engine. WhatsApp wasn’t the first messenger. They became successful because of the efforts and dedication that was collectively pulled in by different team members. So forget about the myth, “you can only be successful if you have a unique idea.” If there is market potential, you can succeed no matter how many people are into the same business.
Here are 5 business ideas you can easily grow from scratch to millions.
1. Delivery
More and more businesses are breaking their barriers by coming online, but not all of them deliver, and this is where your role comes. You can pitch the local business of your area and deliver their products. You would need to just on spend on the packaging raw materials, buying fuel.
2. Travel Agency
A wise man once said, “travel to feed your soul.” What could be more enthralling than satiating people’s wanderlust! It’s time for you to invest your money and resources on where the map is. You can open a home based travel agency by tying up with a host agency or be an independent contractor. Tying with a host agency will land you benefits of pace (helping you get your ARC, CLIA, or IATA number faster) and also help you bulge your pockets up with commissions while keeping your expenditures low. All you need to do is to give packages the clients won’t turn down.
3. Website Designer
ECommerce business is booming in this digital age. So, if you possess a knack for designs and graphics, this one is for you. To be a web designer, you need a laptop, WIFI connection, a hard drive and of course, creativity. Don’t panic if you don’t have the required coding skills. They can be gained through tutorials or mentorship. A web design agency has low startup costs, typically around $50.
What do you need to do? Get a domain and a website tailor-made for you. Register yourself on freelancing platforms such as Upwork and Fiverr. You can also pitch big enterprises with your work.
The key point in the web design world is to stand out from the pack by offering highly personalized designs- designs which are much more than cookie cutter templates.
4. Matchmaking Services
Love happens when the cupid hits. So, why not become the cupid in someone’s life and spread happiness? Weddings are taken very seriously in all cultures and religions. Today, even multinational companies like Uber are also tapping into this industry. The best part? You can run this business from any part of the world.
What do you need to have? An attractive website to reach potential clients online.
5. Editorial Services
Do you have an OCD towards misspelled words? Do those green and red lines in a word document bother you? Well, you’re not the only one. If you’re a grammar enthusiast and love to read and write, online editorial services is THE option for you.
What do you need to have? A laptop, WIFI connection, and proofreading skills.
Start Your First BIG Business
While all these businesses do have their fair share of risks and liabilities, the assets and income, in the long run, is going to be huge. Believe in yourself, keep your spirits high and be consistent in your efforts. Just like the bow stretches the arrow before it is released to the target, you need to toil and let loose. Your target: the whole world.
