Online microbusiness could be a lifeline to make money if you are unemployed or earn extra money on the side of your full-time job. All it takes is a bit of tech know-how and determination. And who knows? This could be the start of your owning your own multi-million business.
- Online freelancing – If you have an expert skill that you dabble in on the side, like copywriting or graphic design, offer out your time as a freelancer. You can make things easy by signing up and here is a start Fiverr, Upwork, Freelancer, and many others.[1]
- Virtual assistant – providing professional assistance and general admin tasks from home.
- Blogger – Join the ongoing blogging revolution.
- Vlogger – If you have an excellent idea for a YouTube channel and you attract a large subscriber base, you could soon start generating income from the sponsored ads that show up on your videos.
- Tutoring – Offer adult tutoring in online, web-based applications like Zoom, Skype, and other Web 2.0 technologies.
- Writing –freelance writers are making money because not everyone can write — there are loads of sites you can sign up to like Upwork and Fiverr.
- Proofreader – There will always be a need for proofreaders: set up a service to check people’s essays and content. Your reading and language skills do need to be top-notch.
- Social media posting – Many businesses want to outsource some of their social media management. Could you offer out your services as a part-time social media manager?
- Forum moderator – online forums are always looking for people to help moderate and organize content.
- Expert consultant – provide expert advice to others on something people struggle with. You have to think outside the box and don’t just settle for a generic ‘business consultant.’[2]
- CV (resume) service – Help people to write, design, or review CVs.
Ecommerce microbusiness
I think a lot of retails that are in the process of closing will become home-based e-commerce. All you need is a platform to sell your products on like Etsy, Shopify. [3]
- T-shirt design – Printing T-shirts and selling them online, either on your website or free site platforms.
- You are selling crafts online – If you make things like friendship bracelets, jewelry, cushions, clothes, and masks.
- Making and baking – Do you fancy yourself as the next Mary Berry? If you like making chocolates, sweets or cakes, then set up your cake stand or chocolate shop online. You can make treats to order, and include a delivery service for people to treat their loved ones
Pet services microbusiness
The pet service industry is one that just keeps on growing.
- Dog walking
- Dog or cat sitting
- Pet grooming
- Aquarium cleaning
Domestic service microbusiness
Starting up a domestic service microbusiness is easy – it doesn’t cost that much money to get the equipment or tools that you need and start.
- Cleaning services
- Repairs
- Childcare services – Please check the local licensing rules.
- Supper clubs and catering – home based catering rules are more friendly because of COVID – call your local health department.
- Painter/decorator
Delivery services microbusiness
There is no need to explain this one because delivery services are everywhere.
- Lyft
- Deliveroo
- Uber
- Instacart
[1] https://www.wonolo.com/blog/best-gig-economy-apps
[2] https://blog.hubspot.com/customers/bid/109660/The-Blue-Collar-Blogging-Revolution-Is-Your-Small-Business-in-or-Out