It is never too late to start your own business. There are numerous business ideas that are simple and are easy to start with. Besides, most of these ideas don’t require much capital. If you are looking to set up your own business in an easy and quick way, here are 6 ideas that should be of help to you.
1. Salon
If you have the finances and a passion to help people look great, you can set up and salon. You can be a hairstylist yourself, if you are eager to take up training, or you can hire people to work for you.
It is easy to open a salon by yourself if you follow these tips or steps:
- Create your business plan
- Plan your funding
- Get guidance from a mentor
- Find the right location
- Design the salon out
- Set marketing budget
- Get the licenses and permits
- Hire the right people
Whether you like to give people the latest styles such as modern shaggy hairstyles or help them create their own style, this is an excellent business idea if you love to be surrounded by people and make them feel great.
2. Freelance Bookkeeper
If you are good at managing accounts, you can start your own business as a bookkeeper. You can work for different companies and professional services, without the need to be a Certified Public Account. The kind of services you can provide to your clients can include the following:
- Create balance sheets
- Create periodic financial reports
- Provide income statements
You will not need much capital to start your business. Initially, it will be a challenge to promote your services and win over the trust of a few clients. Once you have built a reputation, it will not take long before you begin getting phone calls.
3. App & Website Developer
If you are a developer, you can set up your own development business in your field of specialization. New apps are launched every day and if you have the right qualifications, skills, and experience, you can start developing apps for your clients.
Similarly, businesses, individuals, and professionals are always in need of new websites. If that is your specialization, you can provide your services as a website developer. You can provide both website creation and maintenance services. The demand for such services can never go away.
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4. Translator
Providing translation services is considered as one of the simplest yet most profitable businesses. It can be ideal for you if you are proficient in multiple languages. As a translator, you are not going to need any capital. You can get started immediately and can find both local and global clients. You can work for multiple clients and the demand for your services wouldn’t subside ever.
5. Ecommerce Store
You can set up an online store and start selling products to make money. You can make your own products or you may source locally and sell through your ecommerce store. This doesn’t require you to invest big to set up a storefront and hire people.
It is also much easier and cost-effective to market a business online. Besides, the marketing opportunities available online are also massive. An online store also gives you the opportunity to reach multiple markets without the investment and overheads of setting up a storefront.
You can sell the clients worldwide without the cost of setting up a physical business and the network. An online store is open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. This will allow you to take orders even when you are sleeping or on holidays.
6. Painting Contractor
Many states don’t require you to have a license to become a painting contractor. You can choose to become a residential painter and start with indoor projects. This will mean that you don’t require much equipment and can start with a smaller initial investment.
If you have some experience in painting homes, this can be just the perfect idea for you to set up your business. So consider all these 6 possibilities if you want to set up your own business with ease.
John Pearson is a serial entrepreneur and writer who is passionate about helping small businesses launch and grow. His work has been featured in Huffington Post, Entrepreneur, and Forbes.
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