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what small buiness can i start??

what small buiness can i start that wouldn't cost very much to start? that would be somthing different. anyone has started out small and ended up making pretty good money? and selling what kind of stuff??? help thanks

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  • 1 decade ago
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    Hiya, it depends on wer u live? and what u have around u?

    for example wer i live uve got everything under the sun...

    coz i been thinkin of the same question for a good few weeks, i dont mind goin out of town, but thats sumthing i gota look into..

    anywayz jus have a look around for wa people need..more than wa they already got..or offer a service that u got goin on there at a cheaper price?

  • 1 decade ago

    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!

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  • 1 decade ago

    Here are some ideas for you!

    Food, Glorious Food

    1.Dinner to Go Service

    2.Catering

    3.Personal Chef

    4.Canning (sell goods such as jams and pickles)

    5.Cooking Class Instructor

    6.Baked Goods (pastries, custom cakes, etc.)

    7.Cart/Kiosk Operator

    Putting Pen to Paper

    8.Resume Writer

    9.Business Plan Developer

    10.Custom Letter Service

    11.Press Release Writer

    12.Newsletter Creator & Distributor

    13.Custom Poem Service

    14.Freelance Writer

    15.Publish Books

    16.Publish E-books & Information Products

    17.Copy Writer

    18.Technical Writer

    19.Editing & Proofreading Service

    20.Ghost Writing

    Administrative

    21.Virtual Assistant

    22.Bookkeeper

    23.Personal Assistant

    24.Invitations (Calligraphy)

    25.Typing Service

    26.Medical Transcriber

    27.Translator

    Kids

    28.Theme Party Planner

    29.Transportation Service (Kid Cab)

    30.Play Date Group Planner

    31.Tutoring Service

    32.Babysitting Class Instructor for Teens

    33.After School Care

    34.Kids Fitness Instructor

    Internet & Computer

    35.eBay Business

    36.eBay Trading Assistant

    37.Bookseller

    38.Website Designer

    39.Babysitting Referral Service

    40.Computer Tutor

    41.Computer Technician

    42.Infopreneur

    43.Online Boutique/Store Owner

    Craft, Hobby & Sewing

    44.Alterations Service

    45.Knit/Crocheted Items for Sale

    46.Costume Designer

    47.Portrait Artist

    48.Custom Scrapbook Service

    49.Greeting Card Business

    50.Custom Woodworking

    Create and Sell:

    51. Bookmarks

    52.Jewelry

    53.Ornaments

    54.Purses

    55.Curtains

    56.Recipe Book Collections

    Teaching

    57.Fitness Instructor

    58.Acting Classes

    59.Music Lessons

    60.Personal Coach

    61.Business Coach

    62.Career Coach

    63.Image Consultant

    64.Personal Trainer

    65.Life Coach

    66.Doula

    Pets

    67.Pet Sitter

    68.Doggie Day Care Provider

    69.Mobile Grooming Service

    70.Dog Walker

    71.Dog Trainer

    72.Pooper Scooper Service

    Physical Labor

    73.Landscaper/Gardener

    74.General Contractor

    75.Hauling Service

    76.Handyman/Repair Service

    77.House Painter

    78.Window Washer Service

    79.Carpet Cleaning Service

    80.Janitorial Service

    Other Services

    81.Delivery Service

    82.Errand Service

    83.Furniture Restoration

    84.Genealogy Research Service

    85.Private Investigator

    86.Public Speaker

    87.Notary

    88.Photographer

    89.Clothing Exchange Service

    90.Laundry Service

    91.Gift Baskets

    92.Yard Sign Rental Service

    93.Gift Delivery Service

    94.Massage Therapist

    95.Home Grown Produce (sell at farmer’s markets)

    96.Flier Delivery Service

    97.House Cleaner

    98.Professional Organizer

    99.Personal Shopper

    100.Makeup Artist

    Source(s): www.BusinessInfoGuide.com
  • 1 decade ago

    The sky is the limit! I know lots of people who go to yard sales often and pick up items for 25 cents , 50 cents (dirt cheap) they in turn put it on ebay and make big bucks. Just had a friend tell me this week that she bought a purse for 50 cents and got over 140.00 on ebay for it. You can start that with ebay fees and all at about 5 bucks. Cant beat that!

    Best of luck to you!

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  • 1 decade ago

    Looks like you are in the same spot I was a few months ago. I found through a friend a place that has products that are top quality and start up cost is not to high. If you are interested check out my web page http://liquidity.myvoffice.com/phxcashmom/ then let me know if you are interested or want more information

  • 1 decade ago

    My husband and I were in the same situation, we wanted something real, and that would help us make a little extra because we have a handicapped child and his needs are high! We went to a seminar, and it was the best thing we ever did, two months into it and have already made our investment back, it is publicly traded and has a bill of rights.

    www.travelpropower.com/imagineyourgetaways02

  • Anonymous
    5 years ago

    it depends upon which country you stay in ... mostly govts of all countries encourage new business proposals .. simply coz it boosts their economy ... you could check out with your local banks ... dont forget to compare their interest rates first .. also consult your friends about these banks and how they handle bad debts ... you need to choose a bank which is nice ... both in terms of interest rates and after loan services.... also you need to find a bank which is near your house or near your work place ... so that you can always dropin for a quick consultation.... before you approach the bank ... make sure your paper work is done and you have credible knowledge about your business and how its gonna help you repay the loan ... and how much period of time you would take to repay the loan.... hope this answer helped you.

  • 1 decade ago

    Starting anything needs a will & achieving the same will need determination. However you will have to specific of the place you are & the range of capital or funds available with you. There is always an opportunity around you. It needs to be spotted.

  • 1 decade ago

    see closely around you. what are the opportunities that others don see.

  • 1 decade ago

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