2007-05-09 05:56:00 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Small Business
A cleaning service. Maybe you hate doing your chores at home, but getting paid for doing them is completely different! You could offer complete housecleaning services, or specialize in one or more areas, such as attic/basement/garage cleanups.
A yard maintenance service. There is always something that needs to be done…mowing lawns and weed control in the spring and summer, raking leaves in the fall, and shoveling snow and planting for the spring in the winter.
A car-detailing business. With so many people working multiple jobs and having such busy lifestyles, very few people have the time to really take care of their cars -- and you could offer a weekly or monthly service of washing, waxing, vacuuming, etc.
A pet sitting service. Typically more of a summer business when people tend to go on vacation, but you might be able to have a year-round business by offering pet walking, bathing, cleaning, etc. services.
A PC tutor/Web site development service. Are you a whiz with computers and the Web? Well, many adults are not, and you could make a good business helping people learn to use PCs and develop Web sites for their families -- or for their businesses.
A catering service. Do you enjoy cooking and baking? In these busy times, if you can provide a service that offers well-cooked meals, you could do quite well.
A painting service. If you have some experience -- or there is a few of your friends that want to go in business with you -- you might consider a painting business. People are always renovating…and you could paint exteriors in the nicer months and interiors during the colder months.
An errand, messenger, or delivery service. This idea works best in larger cities where there are more people and public transportation, but these are busy times and people need help with all sorts of errands.
An educational tutoring service. If you have expertise in one or more areas -- music, foreign language, math and science, or others -- you could offer tutoring sessions to children, teens, and adults in your neighborhood.
An online Web business. If you are a master at creating Web pages, perhaps what you need to do is brainstorm a concept for an online business -- where your potential customers can come from anywhere in the world, not just in your local neighborhood.
A freelancing service. If you are truly gifted in a certain field, such as writing, drawing, or photography, consider starting a freelancing business where you sell your wares to various businesses and media outlets.
Good luck!
2007-05-09 06:02:29 · answer #1 · answered by sneakyface 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Jeeze you guys, give the guy a break. At least he's wanting to do something. It's going to be difficult to start anything up (legally). Also, a lot of people might not want to send any kind of secure information to a new business, especially being run by a 12 year old. But don't get discouraged-now is the time to really start working towards something. Think about what kind of business you're interested in. Learn EVERYTHING and every aspect of that business so that when you ARE old enough-you're ready. You're already (at least) 5 or 6 years ahead of your classmates that graduate when you do. It only gets harder as you get older, so now's the time to prepare. Don't lose your ambition.
2007-05-09 06:05:14 · answer #2 · answered by icecremeassasin 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Ask your parents for help - you will need money to get a business started and there are certain legal issues that will require an adult (ex: kids can't sign contracts and few people would want to do business with a 12 year old.) But, if you have a good enough business plan and the time to invest in it, your parents might want to help you get it going. Good luck!
2007-05-09 06:03:43 · answer #3 · answered by Rachel 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
hey, that's great a 12 year old all ready thinking like that
but i hope that first you give your school work your first priority.
i know being a smart kid at school don't make you what you'll be in life.
but it will sure show you ways to become what you want to be
" knowledge is power" you know , and by knowing you can create, improve...so no matter what stick with school and give all the best you can
i know that you're still young, but what are your interest.
how do you see yourself, what kind of business you want to start up. and first of all , what do your parents think about that?
if they are positive about that, then they are better set to help you. meanwhile check this site it myght bring you some ideas
Start your own small business - money making job - run your own business
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2007-05-09 07:23:16 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What are your specialist subjects, the ones you are really good at. Put them all together and create a UNIQUE IDEA.
Then be disappointed when you discover 100 people are already doing the same thing already.
Read the autobiographies of successful business people.
Going For It....Victor Kiam( the man who bought the company)
Grinding it Out...Ray Kroc ( the man who started Mcdonalds)
Learn that business and the people in it do not conform to hard and fast rules....be prepared for the school of hard knocks, if someone knows a way to rip you off, they may well do. you know that.
Plan your school program around business....
Accountancy....
Business Law...
The psychology of Advertising and marketing...
Reading the business papers...the financial times and daily mail...
Talk to local business people about business....
And dont be put off by people who say.....YOU CAN"T....
YOUR JUST A KID!!
Cos one day I know and you know you will conquer the whole of the known world!!!
NEVER give up, ESPECIALLY BEFORE you start!!!
Wishing you success!!
.
2007-05-09 06:27:50 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since you aren't old enough to sign a legal contract of any kind, you can't set up a traditional business yet. But you could see if your neighbors need someone to do things like mow lawns, help clean out garages, or other odd jobs.
Good luck.
2007-05-09 06:19:29 · answer #6 · answered by Judy 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
u cant even sell things on ebay cos you're not even old enough for a debit card yet! sorry but even richard branson had to wait til he was 15 to set up his own business. just get a couple of paper rounds that'll make you some decent money
2007-05-09 06:02:46 · answer #7 · answered by Lammy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi, aiden. i think it's great that you want to get into the business world. as you have already seen on here you will get lots of negative response from people due to your age, but don't let this hold you back.
i would suggest that you contact business link and ask them if there is any specific support for people under 16 to start a business
the following links for business advice are aimed at young people (although usually from 14 or 16) but you may find them really useful
http://www.shell-livewire.org/ - sign up for their free start a business tool kit, it'll come in handy for developing your ideas
http://www.princes-trust.org.uk/Main%20Site%20v2/14-30%20and%20need%20help.asp
http://www.princes-trust.org.uk/Main%20Site%20v2/downloads/BusGuide_SourcesHelp.pdf
http://www.need2know.co.uk/work/self_employment/article.html/id=612
http://www.businesslink.gov.uk/bdotg/action/detail?type=RESOURCES&itemId=1074297890&r.s=sl
good luck with your business venture ideas x
2007-05-09 07:14:39 · answer #8 · answered by just trying to make a difference 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you have a brilliant business idea don't give up on it, get trained, school, everything and when you are at the right age you can go ahead. Otherwise you just cannot. Sorry!
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