Yesterday, I had discussed a few ways to make money while staying at home. The problem is, not everyone likes to stay at home all the time! So today, I'm giving you guys a small list of entrepreneurial ideas that don't require you to stay home.
I live in a city where learning a trade is a huge asset, and getting the education to qualify for these types of jobs is available to most people. Unforunately, not everyone has the ability to go to college or university, which means these doors are closed to the people who don't possess the skills to even apply for these jobs.
Some of these jobs require little to no education or experience, you probably won't have to go through special licensing or anything crazy like that. Really, they're jobs that you CAN do.
Recycling Pickup.
So, I know of a few people in the city who charge to pick up large items like washers, dryers, scrap metal, etc. However, I don't know of a lot of people who are willing to pick up things like electronics, old televisions, computers, broken laptops, and cell phones that are no longer able to be used. You can charge per item, per weight, travel distance, or have one lump standard fee. The options are endless. Since people don't have a lot of time to pack up all of their old electronics and take it to be recycled, there IS a market available for someone to do electronic pick ups. It's definately my number 1 for lowest cost startups, since all you really need are some business cards, some flyers, and a vehicle to pick up the items.
Mobile Consulting.
Are you super good at fixing people's cell phones? Do you have all of the materials you need in order to fix broken or cracked screens and software? Do you think you could make money on it? Well, you sure can. Make yourself mobile by packing a case full of everything you'd need to fix people's cell phones on site. THIS IS AN UNTOUCHED MARKET PEOPLE! Advertise that you are willing to travel to their house to fix their cell phones at a cost of X amount. If you can fix a cell phone, and have a vehicle, then you should definately get into the mobile repair business.
I mean, we call a plumber when our toilet or pipes break and he comes to us. Same with an electrician. Cable company (if it's a problem with the reciever box thing.). Why not get someone to come to my house to fix my cell phone?
Traveling Salon.
This is a market that isn't really untouched, but there's just not enough out there. Some people can't go to the salon. Either they're just too busy to, or they're physically unable to. If you have the degree, and you have a car and everything you need to start renting a chair at a salon...why not work for yourself and go mobile! Charge by the hour, by the hair length, add in distance, advertise and get a client base. You can do it! Go for it!
Bicycle Repair and Maintenance.
In the spring, summer and fall, you can see people all the time riding their bikes to and from work and for fun. Why not start a mobile bicycle repair and maintenance service for the people who just don't have time to bring their bikes in to the shop? Charge by the bike, the time it takes you to fix it/clean it, whatever you want! An added bonus is if you make your shop mobile, whether it's an attachement onto a bicycle (bonus points for being green!), or out of the trunk of your car! Get the supplies, and make a business.
Professional Organizer.
Have people ever told you that you're the most organized person in the world? Why not market that in order to help other people get or stay organized? There are so many people out there who would be super organized if they could, but they don't know how. You can organize schedules, or do start small and organize closets. It's all up to you!
There's a whole world filled with oppertunities out there just waiting for someone to cash in on and claim. I'm going to end this post with one of my favorite entrepreneurial quotes that's both inspiring and motivating.
“The critical ingredient is getting off your butt and doing something. It’s as simple as that. A lot of people have ideas, but there are few who decide to do something about them now. Not tomorrow. Not next week. But today. The true entrepreneur is a doer, not a dreamer.” –Nolan Bushnell, entrepreneur.
I live in a city where learning a trade is a huge asset, and getting the education to qualify for these types of jobs is available to most people. Unforunately, not everyone has the ability to go to college or university, which means these doors are closed to the people who don't possess the skills to even apply for these jobs.
Some of these jobs require little to no education or experience, you probably won't have to go through special licensing or anything crazy like that. Really, they're jobs that you CAN do.
Recycling Pickup.
So, I know of a few people in the city who charge to pick up large items like washers, dryers, scrap metal, etc. However, I don't know of a lot of people who are willing to pick up things like electronics, old televisions, computers, broken laptops, and cell phones that are no longer able to be used. You can charge per item, per weight, travel distance, or have one lump standard fee. The options are endless. Since people don't have a lot of time to pack up all of their old electronics and take it to be recycled, there IS a market available for someone to do electronic pick ups. It's definately my number 1 for lowest cost startups, since all you really need are some business cards, some flyers, and a vehicle to pick up the items.
Mobile Consulting.
Are you super good at fixing people's cell phones? Do you have all of the materials you need in order to fix broken or cracked screens and software? Do you think you could make money on it? Well, you sure can. Make yourself mobile by packing a case full of everything you'd need to fix people's cell phones on site. THIS IS AN UNTOUCHED MARKET PEOPLE! Advertise that you are willing to travel to their house to fix their cell phones at a cost of X amount. If you can fix a cell phone, and have a vehicle, then you should definately get into the mobile repair business.
I mean, we call a plumber when our toilet or pipes break and he comes to us. Same with an electrician. Cable company (if it's a problem with the reciever box thing.). Why not get someone to come to my house to fix my cell phone?
Traveling Salon.
This is a market that isn't really untouched, but there's just not enough out there. Some people can't go to the salon. Either they're just too busy to, or they're physically unable to. If you have the degree, and you have a car and everything you need to start renting a chair at a salon...why not work for yourself and go mobile! Charge by the hour, by the hair length, add in distance, advertise and get a client base. You can do it! Go for it!
Bicycle Repair and Maintenance.
In the spring, summer and fall, you can see people all the time riding their bikes to and from work and for fun. Why not start a mobile bicycle repair and maintenance service for the people who just don't have time to bring their bikes in to the shop? Charge by the bike, the time it takes you to fix it/clean it, whatever you want! An added bonus is if you make your shop mobile, whether it's an attachement onto a bicycle (bonus points for being green!), or out of the trunk of your car! Get the supplies, and make a business.
Professional Organizer.
Have people ever told you that you're the most organized person in the world? Why not market that in order to help other people get or stay organized? There are so many people out there who would be super organized if they could, but they don't know how. You can organize schedules, or do start small and organize closets. It's all up to you!
There's a whole world filled with oppertunities out there just waiting for someone to cash in on and claim. I'm going to end this post with one of my favorite entrepreneurial quotes that's both inspiring and motivating.
“The critical ingredient is getting off your butt and doing something. It’s as simple as that. A lot of people have ideas, but there are few who decide to do something about them now. Not tomorrow. Not next week. But today. The true entrepreneur is a doer, not a dreamer.” –Nolan Bushnell, entrepreneur.
