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Starting a business is by no means easy, but sometimes the hardest thing is to work out what you want to do. If it’s not something you have a real passion for, but you have a head for business and know how to make a business work then perhaps an on-trend idea could be just for you. Most of them are a lot of fun and make you think about where society is heading and what might be the next big thing to jump on and be there in the thick of it when it takes off. Some of the best ideas are the most simple, and you wonder why no one thought of it before.
Zero Waste Supermarket
Today, people are increasingly concerned about resources and how much is was in the food packaging process. Cardboard, plastic, styrofoam and twist ties are often not recycled, leading to environmental waste. Zero Waste shops are popping up in various places now with a unique solution, offering convenient and straightforward alternatives to single-use plastic products. At these shops, you can usually fill any container you like as long as it is clean and will fit on the scales! Not only will you be cutting down on plastic but you will also cut down on food wastage because you will take the amount you need.
A Lifting Business
Something you might not have thought of but plenty of businesses need it. You could start with slab lifting which is an economical alternative to complete concrete replacement, whether it’s a simple sidewalk repair or providing a cost-effective remedy for an entire building foundation.
If you want to corner the market in this potentially profitable business, begin by scoping out a specialized area, such as residential, commercial, or civic/municipal. Check out if you need a full-sized slab lifting rig or maybe just the portable PolyBadger lifting system? Have a look at an established company such as Ranger Lifting and Rigging; they have been going for years and experts in their field, so their website is full of nuggets and ideas for you to give you some inspiration.
Broken Dolls Hospital
It’s not as freaky as it sounds, but there is a demand. Where people think that the next generation just has thrown things away instead of trying to fix them, this has also meant that toy manufacturers are creating cheaper dolls these days. There are also some fantastic quality toys and dolls which are hard to come by, but with a little TLC they can be like new – and if no one you know still wants them, you could sell them for a pretty penny.
Renting Working Space
Technology has made it possible for people to do their jobs and run their businesses from anywhere. As workers are also increasingly looking for flexible working hours, it means that companies don’t have to invest in their own office space. There are now some very successful companies which provide office space for people who don’t have an office. Offering flexible month-to-month membership options for everyone from individual freelancers to large companies, it allows freelancers who prefer to work outside of their homes to have a more reliable workspace than spending the day in a coffee shop. It also means that companies and other teams can have a place to collaborate and hold meetings and events.