What Small Business Should I Start?

Do you want to work for yourself – but you don’t know where to start? Don’t think you’re alone on this. This dilemma is more common than you might think.

Yes, there are lots of helpful resources out there for entrepreneurs and business owners, but what about those of us who don’t know what type of business to start?

Then what?

What if we don’t think we have any specialized skills, or we don’t have a lot of work experience or a college degree. Then what are our options?

Surprisingly, there are a lot of little-known opportunities out there, and more pop up everyday. The funny thing is that some of the newer fields, like mobile marketing or the foreclosure cleanup business, are so new that most people don’t know anything about them.

A novice could take a course or receive a minimal amount of training and already be way ahead of everyone else – and then be able to help others by sharing their knowledge in the form of – you guessed it – a business.

You may also possess more skills and experience than you know. Sometimes it can be hard to look at ourselves and see what we really have to offer. I mean, we see ourselves everyday – it’s easy to forget and overlook our assets.

Besides, there is always somebody better out there. However, the fact is that you don’t have to be the best to be truly successful and run a profitable business.

Small Business Direct has a free online tool called the “Small Business Finder” which helps people find out:
What small business should I start?

The Finder matches your interests, skills and experience with a business that’s ideal for you. It includes over 120 different businesses that virtually anyone can start (even the budget-conscious!). You may discover a business just right for you that you never even thought of….

For more small business ideas, visit The New Business Idea. You can also get start-up instructions for 200+ businesses and download the Home Business Start-Up Checklist free from HomeBusinesscenter.com.