With the e-commerce industry currently booming, it makes you wonder if you can start pretty much any business online from the comfort of your home. And unsurprisingly, the options are profuse, and it’s much easier than you might think to get started. There are many businesses you can run solo, as well, which makes it possible to start a business from scratch with little capital.
If you’re wondering how you can freelance with nothing but an internet connection, here are some projects you can look into.
Virtual Assistant
As much as no one likes being a personal assistant, virtually doing so grants you plenty of extra time and usually requires little effort. As vague as the job title sounds, it can range from organizing files and setting up reminders, to sending emails on your boss’s behalf. This option especially great for seniors who have recently retired and want to keep their thinking sharp by learning new skills and keeping their schedules busy. The same goes for the youth who are currently studying, as this helps teach them some discipline to ready them for the business industry when they graduate. All you need is to know is a basic knowledge of using Microsoft and Gmail, and you’re fit for the job.
Blogging
No matter how old you are, you can make a profit off blogging if your content is interesting enough to a certain demographic. Today, you’ll come across everything from mom blogs, to DIY plumbing content. All you need is to hone your writing and marketing skills. You need to realize that for you to succeed with a blog that you’ve started from scratch, you’re going to need to spend a little money on marketing it through social media ads as well as ads on similar websites. Make it interesting by adding videos and offering giveaways to your loyal readers.
Streaming
Younger people especially probably have a favourite Youtuber that they like to follow. And the fact is, most of these internet icons have started from scratch before they turned into social media sensations. Surely, you may need some camera equipment before you get started, but you also need to think of an internet personality and a theme for your channel. If you’re good at DIY and home décor, you’d be surprised at how quickly these kinds of videos get attention. But of course, the possibilities are endless and there’s a demographic for pretty much anything you might be good at, and that ranges from music and art to handicrafts and PC building. This is a great and lucrative way to make a profit from something that you’re interested in, and in the long run, you can make a full-time job out of it. The most famous Youtubers with a couple of million views on their channels can make millions per year through sponsors and ads, while less famous Youtubers still make thousands.
Writing
For those with a knack for writing, the e-book industry is currently popular enough to make a livable income from. Whatever you’re interested in, your writing can be sold under your name or offered to a publication company as a ghostwritten project. There are plenty of platforms where you can sell your books, but you need to understand that it takes time for you to find a demographic and make considerable income, so you might need to pair that with a part-time job before you can start your own writing company. This may also be closely related to the blogging industry as the process of building your own website is the same. However, you can also search for existing platforms to market your work. When you become better known in the future, you’ll likely get offers from publication companies without having to reach out.
E-Commerce
No, you don’t have to own a website to start your e-commerce business. You can easily use other established platforms, like eBay and Amazon, and start selling your products. There’s a lot more you can sell than used items, too. You may need to start learning a skill like carpentry or dressmaking and sell your products on an e-commerce website. And the best part is, all you’d have to do is wait. Your customers will come flowing to you because you’re selling items at already established websites. If you have gained followers and customers, you can convert your website and use platforms such as Shopify that has a checkout feature for a more convenient purchase process. Online businesses are currently all the rage, primarily because little experience and capital are needed to run your own service or business. Before you get started, make sure you choose a field that would be easy to invest your time in. If you pursue an online career just to make money, you’ll find it challenging to wait for success. So find something that you love doing, and monetize it by displaying your talents to the public!