I have been a stay at home mom for ten years. Within this time, I have always wondered how to start my own home business. I have searched hundreds of sites trying to find legitimate home based business opportunities. I know how dreadful it can be to search for hours only to find out about a bunch of new scams. During this time I have found several business ideas I would like to share with everyone. Hopefully this will help you get started in your own home business. Remember we all have to begin somewhere. Dont be too hard on yourself at first.
Photography – If you have interest in photography, this is a great way to start your own home business. Companies hire freelance photographers all the time. If you have a passion for taking photos this would be perfect for you. This shouldnt take much money to start. If you have a camera and an eye for photography you are already on your way. Reach out to local event planners, ad agencies, etc Be creative and you will find people who need a photographer. Research what it takes to be a photographer. Just remember everything takes time.
Realtor – If you find yourself looking though the real estate section in your local paper for the fun of it, this could be your dream job. Becoming a realtor will require you to get a license, but this should not take more than 6 months. Once you have obtained your license, you can start your new company. This will require some networking, however if you are a social person you will most likely find this to be fun. The best part, you can do this from your home or you can get an office. The choice is completely up to you. You set your hours, work as little or as much as you like. Your income is directly tied to your motivation.
Interior Design- If you are a detail oriented person this could be a great fit for you. What a wonderful career for someone with artistic abilities. You need to be focused, detailed, and budget oriented in this industry. Interior design is a highly sought after talent, potential clients range from someone who wants to redecorate their house to corporations that want a certain atmosphere. In this career your potential clientele list is endless.
Tutoring – If you have a talent in teaching, but dont want to go through the hassle of getting a teaching degree; then tutoring is the next best thing. Contacting local schools or simply putting an ad in your local paper will surely get you in the door. Lets face it the internet only tells us so much. Sometimes we need that expert advice and the one on one coaching that can only come from specialized help.
Wedding or event planner – Do you have an eye for fashion? Do you have fun organizing parties? Do you have a great eye for detail? Well, wedding and event planning might be the career for you! A copy of the latest wedding fashion magazine and the phone numbers to a few suppliers and you could be well on your way. You could start by advertising in local papers to do small parties and take it from there.
Translation- You may think this career is only for the bilingual, but this is not so. A translator offers a variety of specialized translations; General, Administrative, Commercial, Financial, Legal, and Medical translations just to name a few. This has become a fast growing industry with a huge demand.
Catering or Personal chef ” Everyone has to eat. This is an undeniable fact. Put your time behind the stove to good use. You probably already have the equipment needed in your kitchen. The only thing left is to reach out to the community and offer your skills. Corporations, event planners, individuals, and even your friends are all potential clients. To build a name even faster, scan the internet for local cook offs that you can join.