Business Ideas?

Question

Are there any good but simple business ideas out there. Nothing too technical?

Answer 1

Think of all your interests & ask yourself if any of those could be expanded into a business. Just keep in mind...what's your expertise? What are your interests? What could you imagine yourself doing?

By researching the prospect of starting your own business -- what it entails, what you need to know, helpful hints, etc -- you'll feel better prepared to take that plunge.

I found some book titles that are relevant to your specific question:

* 101 Internet Businesses You Can Start from Home by Susan Sweeney
* The Best Home Businesses for the 21st Century by Paul Edwards
* Selling Online: How to Become a Successful E-Commerce Merchant by Jim Carroll
* I Could Do Anything If I Only Knew What It Was: How to Discover What You Really Want and How to Get It by Barbara Sher
* I Don't Know What I Want, But I Know It's Not This: A Step-by-Step Guide to Finding Gratifying Work by Julie Jansen
* The Best Internet Businesses You Can Start by Marian Betancourt
* The Shoestring Entrepreneur's Guide to Internet Start-Ups by Robert Spiegel
* Making a Living Without a Job : Winning Ways For Creating Work That You Love by Barbara Winter

I also posted some article links in the source box.

Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!

Answer 2

Both other answerers gave great resources for you to look to. I will add in a few suggestions as to simple ideas and some additional resources for where to learn to think like an entrepreneur.

If you have any money, I would look into a franchise, they set up the entire business model for you and support you all along the way. If you don't have enough money to purchase a Subway or something like that, then consider something smaller like purchasing a license for one of those outdoor Fitness Boot Camps, or a home improvement type of dealership.

I would read Rich Dad/Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki and everything else of his you can get your hands on. He's got a great boardgame that will help get your creative juices flowing while making it all seem much simpler as well.

I think everyone should start a business at some point, it's a great learning experience, it broadens your horizons and networks and is just plain fun!

Answer 3

Hi Geneva,

Nice day to you.

Many online readers always asking me the same question as you.

Here is my answer for you. Don't feel disappointment, it's really useful for you a long your life.

Don't ever find short cut or something "free and easy" to earn money.

Do you know that Bill Gate also can not be the richest man in the world just within 1 or 2 days time. He also need to contribute his efforts and knowledges before he get rich.

One thing I can tell you is "To Earn Money" is not as hard as what you think.

The matter is either you wish to contribute some of your efforts now to learn the useful knowledges that can help you earn money in the future. Or you still want to looking for something free and easy.

Always remember this, KNOWLEDGE = WEALTH

You can share my experiences in how to start up a low cost home business and some useful business strategies and knowledges to make it earn money.

Feel free to email me for the above queries.

Best wish,
Chris.

Answer 4

A business idea cans an effective marketing plan for your location. Google map is very effective tool for providing your customers with clear view of your location.