Landscaping

Landscaping is a specialized trade in shaping the landscape is certain yards. This is not a original idea; however, it deserves attention for the entrepreneur that enjoys this kind of work. In the original startup most of the equipment and materials can be rented and delivered, aiding in keeping the initial startup costs down. Initial advertising can be used to find customers, targeting the group of customers that aligns with each landscapers goals can help to maximize profits. Another option is to specialize on a certain type of landscaping to differentiate from other companies (eg. Water features, final grading, sod, maintenance, plantings, design, etc.). 

Graphic Designer

Graphic design is a service that is of high demand in the world today. Websites, apps, marketing, advertisements and much more rely on this sector and skill. Having a basic skill in graphic design would be essencial; however, specializing in only a certain area of graphic design is also an option. In addition, a graphic design service could be offered either full or part time. To maximize profit full or part time, basic advertising could be used to develop a customer base. The great part of this idea is that loyal customers would continue to come back if more work is needed.

Website Designer

Websites and website sales (e-commerce) are growing rapidly and will continue to do so into the future; however, many small business owners lack the skills to develop a reputable website. In addition, developing a loyal customer base will help to maximize profits into the future as customers will continue to return for changes. This idea could be done in both a full and part time setting.

Caddy

One of the biggest problem problems with the game of golf is carrying the golf bag. Offering a caddying service offers an alternative to taking a golf cart. However, the service offers more in the way of knowledge on the course. People could decide to use your service at a particular course to learn tips and tricks, gain knowledge on their game or use the caddy as a lesson service on the course. Catering to beginners or professionals could be decided when providing the service. This idea would mainly be done in a part time setting, and basic advertising would be needed to develop a customer base.

Furniture Assembler

One of the hardest things to do is find the time to to put together furniture, especially furniture that must be assembled from scratch. This idea would offer a service that put together furniture. Additional expansions of this idea would include a delivery of furniture as well as interior design. This idea could be pursued in either a full or part time setting; however, part time could be used until advertising and a website would begin to attract many of customers.

Memory Quilts

Over time T-shirts from sporting events, tournaments, holidays, concerts, etc. build up in a persons closet. To prevent the throwing out, non-use or just plain turning the shirt into a painting shirt, this service would offer an alternative by making a blanket out of the shirts. Proper equipment and knowhow would be needed as well as a little advertising. Once the service becomes known word of mouth will quickly take over. It could be pursued in either a full or part time setting and is a low startup idea.

Electronics Setup and Tutor

Many seniors and people have trouble keeping up with the technology that surrounds them today. This service would offer to set up technology for them and offer tutor services to train them on how to use the new programs, etc. This could be done full or part time. Basic advertising could be used to develop a customer base. Word of mouth would help attract customers following initial advertising.