If you’ve always wanted to be your own boss, you can rest assured that there have never been so many alternatives and paths to explore as there are today. You could become an independent contractor, consultant, or freelancer, or even build your own business from scratch through a straightforward process.
Nonetheless, getting started can seem intimidating – especially if you have limited experience in the field. Fortunately, there are some “smaller steps” you can take – steps that will set you on the right path to successful entrepreneurship. Let’s look at these steps below!
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Explore Franchise Opportunities
Another option is to explore franchise opportunities in your area. Directories like Franchise Local can help you find unique options in your local area and in your field of expertise. Hopping on a franchise project has its own set of unique benefits. Firstly, you’ll be able to test out and hone your entrepreneurship skills.
On the other hand, you can build up your experience as a manager and business leader with unparalleled peace of mind. This is thanks to the franchise’s “safety net” – the teams of expert marketers, accountants, and specialists ready to guide you and back up your business decisions throughout the process.
Sell Your Creations Online
If you love to bring to life your own creations, you can take advantage of the many eCommerce platforms that allow you to sell your art and craft online. From Etsy to Shopify, this side hustle can increase your monthly income by an average of $483!
Of course, you could also sell your creations via your own website, but well-established platforms can offer some advantages, including a solid customer base and unparalleled visibility for your online shop.
Turn Your Hobby into a Side Hustle
Whether you love gardening, driving, DIY, photography or woodworking, you should not think twice about turning your hobby into an additional income stream.
Not only are these side hustles very easy to set up, but you can also take advantage of today’s sharing economy platforms (think Uber, Airbnb, GreenPal, etc.) to access a base of customers in need of your services. These platforms can work as a launch pad: here, you can build a base of trusting customers and a stellar reputation. In the future, you can think about setting up your own website and selling your services privately.
Teach Your Skills
Over the past years, online and virtual learning has grown at an unprecedented rate. Think that, just in 2021, Coursera registered 21 million new users! So, if you have developed key skills over the past years, this may be the right time to pass them on and secure a stable passive income stream!
Create an online course or tutorials that you can sell through platforms like Udemy, Coursera, and even Domestika! Just be sure to follow the platform’s guidelines and price your course correctly – and, of course, don’t stop investing in your own skills and knowledge!
Done Is Better Than Perfect – Start Today!
When it comes down to building your own business, remember that taking any step forward is better than striving for perfection. Don’t forget that there will always be room for improvement, but the best way to achieve success in business is just to get started.
