The baby boomer market is an extremely desirable market because of its sheer size. While niche marketing is almost a rule for small business success, it makes sense, too, to try and target a niche as large and moneyed as possible - and the huge baby boomer market is full of niche opportunities that can be extremely profitable. Contrary to popular belief, there…
India is on its way to overtake China to claim the position of the world’s fastest growing economy. India is growing to be one of the biggest business hubs after China. India’s massive population has now turned into a boon for its economic growth because majority of this population is in the productive age group. Indian youth aspires to carve a niche in today’s…
Are you interested in starting a business in the construction industry? If YES, here are 50 simple construction business ideas you can start with little money. The construction industry can comfortably boast to be responsible for the infrastructural development of the world; the development of any country or city is the handiwork of construction companies and…
What’s the opportunity for U.S. small business in China? There s no doubt that, with a population more than three times that of the United States, China presents a tremendous opportunity for small business. Alibaba Group said that today it had approximately 493 million unique active users - not registered users - on Taobao and TMall. Moreover, as the market there…
Bring your small business idea to life. business 2 image by Nathalie P from Fotolia.com Sometimes the urge to start your own business does not come along with a good small business idea. Creating a list of small business ideas is the way to get your business imagination flowing. You can narrow down a broad list to five or 10 top ideas, and then narrow it down…
Are you looking for small business ideas in Pakistan? Do you want to start a business in Pakistan with low investment? Do you want to know what are the profitable investment opportunities in Pakistan? Here in this article we have analyzed the present socio-economic status of the country and compiled top 30 small business ideas in Pakistan for the new entrepreneurs…
LAKE WALES, Fla. — DARPA, the United States Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, funds big ideas that sometimes become gigantic successes, after taking on equally gigantic risks (many projects fail). Often groups from universities or researchers get the funds. Now the little guy with a big idea can access DARPA s funding through its Commercial Performer…
When budgets are tight, marketing might be the first expense you look to cut. Let me stop you right there. While traditional advertising methods are costly and hard to measure, small businesses have never had greater access to cost-effective, trackable marketing tools. But with so many digital tools available, how do you know where to start? Email and social…
There are a 101 different ways to advertise a handyman business. Some methods obviously work better than others (as you can see in my monthly reports), and some methods yield results 1, times what you put into them. In this article, I’m going to discuss some ideas that are a little outside of the box, but could just be those golden nuggets you’ve been searching…
Many women turn to home-based business so they can have more time to spend with their family. baby image by Olberto Mejia. from Fotolia.com Many women have found that running a home-based business not only can be financially rewarding, but can also leave them more time free to spend with their family. The range of home-based businesses is vast, and women are…
Which are the boom and which the bust industries in this economy? We all think we know a can’t-miss opportunity from a bad one when we see it. But can we? According to the SBA, an estimated 552, 600 businesses opened in 2009, the last year for which statistics are available; of these, half will close their doors in five years and two-thirds in 10 years. Some…
Do you love decorating but don’t want to bother with a degree in design? Go into decorating sales. Starting your own home decor business can be a fun and financially rewarding way to dabble in interior decorating. There are several do-it-from-home direct sales companies that focus on decorating and design. Starting with one of these companies can be a good way…
This is the second post in a series of articles that will detail the process of getting started in ecommerce. In the coming weeks we will be posting further in-depth articles on other aspects of finding and evaluating products to sell online. For the first post in this series, click here. Coming up with a great idea for a product to sell online will occasionally…
Ribs are only one product a barbecue catering company offers. Jupiterimages/Comstock/Getty Images If you love to cook and are thinking about starting a business, combine the two and start a small catering business. Catering doesn t always mean providing a lunch for 200 business people at a corporate event, or appetizers or a buffet for 100 guests at an anniversary…
If you are looking to for opportunities in the agriculture industry, the most profitable agricultural business ideas for young entrepreneurs are some of the best options to choose from! Traditional agriculture might not sound too appealing to the youngsters of today, but the modern agriculture has diversified into many areas which make for lucrative avenues that…
Related Articles The potentially lucrative health care industry can be a smart choice for a new business; however, just because you re doing business in the health industry doesn t guarantee success. You must have a product or service that differentiates you from the competition and attracts potential customers. A good place to start is determining a niche within…
For large brands with big marketing and advertising budgets, one or even several hundred dollars is just a drop in the monthly marketing budget. But for entrepreneurs and small business owners, every dollar counts – and investments need to pay off in real and immediate marketing ROI. But could a marketing strategy be executed with as little as $100? We think…
Gujarat is one of the leading industrialized states in India. Gujarat is considered the petroleum capital of India due to the presence of large refining capacity set up by private and public sector companies. According to the World Bank report, Gujarat ranks top in ease of doing business among Indian states. Gujarat’s Industrial Policy offers attractive incentives…
If you’ve been mulling over a few ideas for your very own small business, it’s time to make a move. Now that over one month of 2016 is already in the books, we’re giving you the green light you’ve been waiting for. With hard work, a stunning website and a killer marketing plan, you’ll be on the express train to entrepreneurial success in no time. Not sure which…
Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to celebrating and supporting small businesses across the nation. Shoppers may be eager to support small business and shop locally, but you won’t see these shoppers by sitting back and watching the show. In order to leverage the excitement of Small Business Saturday to facilitate your business goals, you have to promote…
I strongly suggest that would-be entrepreneurs do a business plan. As a result of completing the plan you will be much better prepared and know whether or not your business idea is feasible. Try the following article for a short-cut. However, I caution you on following a short-cut unless you have substantial experience or knowledge about your area. Proceed with…
Laying a business foundation with an aim to gain a strong foothold in the local market is an entrepreneur’s primary objective after which he/she shifts focus to expanding the brand internationally. The global economy has transformed vastly with time. Earlier, a micro, small and medium enterprise (MSME) took years to grow considerably in India and spread its roots…
In a recession, or in other times when the economy is lagging and jobs are being lost, most people consider it to be a very poor time to start thinking about starting a home business. However, tough economic times can also present great money making opportunities to those who prepare and are willing to take a chance on being successful. Starting a home business…
Credit: everytime/Shutterstock It s not easy to run a business with your spouse or significant other. But for couples who have built up a solid foundation and who know how to handle conflict with each other, small business ownership could be a step toward financial independence and even a stronger relationship. If you and your partner have made the decision to…
