Even though there are signs of stability in the economy, one never knows when the country may once again find itself in another recession. Couple that with the fact that most people are looking to leave their day jobs behind to do something they are truly passionate about, and there is an increased interest in starting home businesses. More people are realizing that they do not want to reach retirement age and look back on their lives with disappointment.
The good news is that there are more opportunities now than ever before for people to start their own business without huge financial backing. The following are several diverse types of businesses that you can start in your home. Many of these ideas do not require anything more than access to the internet and a band logo maker. There are others that may require special training or licensing. However, it is your choice!
Bookkeeping Services
Are you good with numbers? Do you want to work from home? You do not have to be a Certified Public Accountant if you simply want to start a freelance bookkeeping service. It is, however, ideal if you enjoy working with numbers and balancing financial records.
There are a few free online tools that you can use in your business to assist you with invoicing and online payments. Some of the services you could offer clients are:
- Income statements
- Financial reports (annual, monthly or quarterly)
- Balance sheets
Marketing Consultant
Marketing is a skill that requires knowledge. With that being said, you can invest in an online course if you do not have any prior experience. Online courses are affordable, and they will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to open your own digital marketing agency, which you could always choose to expand later on. There are several new niches in the marketing industry that you may want to explore. One of these niches is influencer marketing.
The good news is that once you have established your company as a reputable marketing agency, your services will be in high demand. There will always be companies that are on the lookout for freelancers who can provide SEO-friendly ad copy. They want marketing copy that will convert visitors to their websites into clients and customers.
In addition to copy, you can also offer other services like guest posting, blog writing, and keyword research.
Social Media Manager/Consultant
Is there anyone today who does not have an Instagram, Facebook or Twitter account? Do you consider yourself a social media expert, but you do not have any training? Platforms like Twitter and Google do offer online professional courses complete with everything you need to know to start your own business, and they do not cost a lot of money.
Social media is a business opportunity that has potential because your client base will be global. This is a trend that does not appear to be going away, and with the continued introduction of new social media platforms, your business could have limitless potential.
You may be overwhelmed by the thought of leaving your job. But, by starting your own business, you will be giving yourself the greatest gift of all – freedom that will feed your passion.
