How To Start A Printing Business

Drive down the street and you’re likely to encounter at least one print shop. If you’re
interested in learning how to start a printing business but concerned about competition, let
me provide a personal perspective…

Working in Corporate America for over 15 years I used a lot of print shops. Typical jobs I
would outsource included items such as employee business cards, promotional items (t-shirts,
knick-knacks, trophies), software packaging and labeling, printed training materials and the
like. As a customer, one of the biggest challenges I continued to face was quality control. I
rarely found a printing business that would get my job right the first time.

Now, this issue may be due to the fact that the companies I worked for typically had a
preferred printing vendor. With this exclusivity it might be easy for the printing business to
become content and get sloppy or lazy. Nonetheless, I always felt that, despite the printing
business competition, the way to differentiate oneself in the printing business was hard-core,
fanatical customer service and quality control.

Starting A Printing Business

The key to starting a printing business is getting the right equipment, learning how to use the
printing equipment, and finding customers (obviously!). The type of printing services your
business will provide could include a combination of the following:

 Printed materials (company newsletters, books, handbill flyers, posters)

 Business and promotional cards
 Business forms
 Product packaging, labeling and package inserts
 Screen printing for t-shirts and other promotional items
 Stickers
 Banners and signs
 Document laminating

This list is obviously partial. Brainstorm some more on your own – check out websites of
local print shops in your area to see what services they offer. Not only will this research help
you understand the business better, you will also get a feeling for the types of services local
customers are looking for.

If you’re new to the printing business, you really should talk with an existing printing
business owner before buying your printing business equipment. Print shop equipment and
supplies can get very expensive quickly so you will want to make sure you purchase the right
equipment. Obviously the type and class of equipment you buy will depend on the customer
market you choose to serve.

Having said that, here’s a list of the common printing business equipment and supplies you’ll
need when starting a printing business:

 At least two high volume commercial copiers (one must be color)

 High quality printing press (and someone who knows how to use it)
  Paper cutters and trimmers
 Binding equipment and supplies
 Laminating machine
 Toner and ink
 Press chemicals and cleaners
 Paper
 Storage cabinets and job carts
 Computer system and network (Mac is fine as long as you know how to work with PC
files)

Things To Consider In The Print Business

Starting a printing business from scratch will not be an easy endeavor. If you have no existing
network of potential clients, you may want to consider purchasing an existing shop. This will
cost you more money but at least you’ll have some existing clients. Research franchise
opportunities as well – there are a few out there.

You’ll need to also carefully consider your competition. In this industry, there are a lot of
competitors. How are you going to differentiate your business? If you’re just starting out,
your best bet will probably be focusing on highly personalized customer service. You must
have some kind of edge in this business or it will be very hard to keep afloat for very long.

You also need to carefully watch the digital direction for traditional printed media.
Businesses are increasingly moving to digital over traditional paper to cut costs and be more
environmentally sensitive. What impact will this continued trend have on your business? Is
there a potential business opportunity here to help businesses convert their existing print
assets to digital format? Make lemonade out of lemons, right?

Before you purchase your equipment, you’ll also need to carefully project the size and
required turnaround time of potential jobs. You’ll want to buy machines with large enough
capacity for your print projects – go too large, however, and you’ll run into capital
constraints.

Expanding Your Print Shop

As your business takes hold and begins to flourish, you’ll obviously want to expand the
services you offer. A couple of expansion ideas to think about could be:

 Offer full service graphic design options for your customers

 Provide digital design services including websites, electronic books, online training
materials, etc.
 Specialize in certain industries such as software development, real estate, or retail
 Increase your capacity by buying more/larger machines, hiring employees and
opening new shops
 Provide online design and ordering services
 Provide onsite shredding services
At the end of the day, it’s really your customers who will help you define your expansion
roadmap. Spend as much time as possible with your customers to learn not only their existing
needs but what their requirements might be over the next several years

Starting A Furniture Restoration Business

Starting a furniture restoration business is an excellent small business idea that can grow
into one that can bring in a sizeable income.

Many people treasure furniture passed down through generations as heirlooms, so there is a
very profitable market out there.

Best of all, antique furniture restoration can be combined with furniture refinishing, and at the
start up stage can easily be set up in a private garage.

What’s Involved In A Furniture Restoration Business

When it comes to furniture restoration, a variety of jobs need to be handled. These are
removing stains, fixing cracks or chips in the wood or veneer, taking care of paint and
staining woodwork, repairing other superficial damage, getting rid of wax buildup, stripping
items, toughening up and re-gluing wood, and similar work.

Restoration can be carried out on a number of furniture items like sofas, chairs, tables,
cabinets, upholstery, etc. Some people opt for only refinishing. The amount of work you will
be able to offer will depend on your skill level as a craftsman.

How Restoration Differs From Refinishing

Restoration involves returning the furniture item to its original condition. This could be done
by applying a new coat of paint similar to the old one or by replacing missing parts like
knobs, doors, hinges, repairing marks, cracks, damaged parts, etc.

Refinishing, on the other hand, need not always be restoring the furniture to its precise
original form. It can also mean giving the furniture a new look. When starting a furniture
restoration business, the range of services you can offer will include everything from
restoring antique refinishing to patio furniture repair.

Customer Care
The most important thing to consider when starting a business in furniture restoration is
customer care. It is critical to understand exactly what the customer wants, and to agree
mutually before any restoration job is undertaken. Naturally, offering competitive pricing
goes without saying.
To build a strong reputation, the quality of materials used must be good. A lot of business can
result from word-of-mouth publicity and referrals, so adequate care must be taken to ensure
customer satisfaction. Your customers will be your best sources of recommendation and
testimonials.

Promoting Your Business

Along with restoration and refinishing, manufacturing custom furniture can also be a
profitable option to consider attempting. Some restoration businesses also offer short training
courses to customers who are interested in knowing the basics of restoration.

The best places to publicize and promote a furniture restoration business are estate sales,
auctions, and antique sellers’ stores. At these places, customers will invariably be looking for
restoration services. It is also a good idea to buy good quality antique furniture to restore and
sell on yourself.

Finally, it is necessary to be aware of any local regulatory requirements like tax permits etc.
before starting up. Regardless of these, however, you should have success in your business –
a furniture restoration business can be enjoyed both as a part-time and a full-time occupation
for those fond of working with wood.

How To Sell Cosmetics From Home With

Low Investment
If you know how to sell cosmetics from home, you will be able to make a substantial
income and make your clients feel more confident and more beautiful.

As your home business becomes successful, you can venture into other related areas as well –
including beginning an international proprietary product franchise.

The best way to proceed with your beauty products business is buying 500 units as an initial
supply, and then making sure that your supplier will be able to supply 5000 additional units at
short notice.

Place inexpensive advertisements in your local newspaper, and wait for orders to begin
pouring in. You can place a test ad in regional and national publications that are read by
potential customers. You should go for small ads that offer free trials.

It is better to have the option of drop shipment from your supplier. With this, your supplier
will be able to supply the products to your customers directly once you mail the mailing
addresses of your customers to them. This will enable you to protect your investments by not
investing in merchandise.

Next, think about marketing your own line of products. Since this is the continuation of your
successful business, it should not take a million bucks. Since you have all the facilities and
customers in place, you can simply add the new items to your flyers.
How To Sell Cosmetics From Home
You can now start your cosmetics store by opening a retail outlet. Here, you should have both
high-end and discount cosmetics – including organic makeup for both men and women. Your
staff should be educated about the products you keep in your boutique and the various
treatments you offer. Your staff should also be able to help your customers to choose the
right products for them.

Your budget should include enough money to give the right ambience and atmosphere to
your retail outlet. More importantly, your outlet should have the trendy look, as this always
attracts more customers. You could also stock high-end, well-known brands in your retail
outlet and have an exclusive, luxury line of products and exclusive items such as top-quality
makeup brushes to attract elite buyers.

You should invite celebrities to your boutique for guest appearances, and conduct open house
events and makeup days where you offer makeup tips to visitors. This way you will be able to
display new products to your customers as well as create a buzz. You should focus mainly on
getting permanent customers so that you get orders regularly, as this will make your business
thrive and prosper.

You can buy business liability insurance customized to your requirements in order to save
yourself from liability claims. However, if you search the internet you will be able to find
cheap insurance options like basic liability insurance for home-based cosmetic sellers.

Expansion Ideas
Once your cosmetics business is established and successful, you should think about opening a
spa. You can offer waxing, body wraps, exfoliating scrubs and massages to your customers.
You can do cross selling by selling your cosmetic products to your spa clients. In addition,
you can develop your own cosmetic line of products.

You can then start selling your products throughout the world through the internet. Since you
already know how to sell cosmetics from home, it would not be very difficult for you to run
an international cosmetics business from the same place

How To Set Up A Bridal Shop

If you are a fashion conscious person, learning how to set up a bridal shop could be the
change your fortunes need.

If you love attending wedding ceremonies and have an informed opinion on the bride’s and
bridesmaids’ dresses, this might just be the job that will pay you for doing what you really
enjoy.

What you will need is a passion for clothes. Fashion is fickle – what is “in” today will be
“out” tomorrow.
Being people oriented is also a good trait in the bridal salon business you should be able to
tell the starry-eyed bride that a size 6 dress will not fit her size 10 frame without hurting her
feelings.

Whatever the budget, looks, and state of preparedness of the bride and the bridesmaids, you’ll
need to respect them. The wedding will be a special day for them, so help to make it a sweet
memory.

How To Set Up A Bridal Shop – Location And Marketing

Selecting the right location for the bridal boutique is the first step to success in the business.
If possible, get a professional to assess the viability of a particular location before “setting
shop”.

It is always desirable to have some experience in working for an established business before
branching out on your own. If you don’t have that, start educating yourself at once. Read
fashion magazines, watch FTV, and become friends with other boutique owners. Understand
the cuts, materials, and patterns of wedding dresses. Teach yourself about accessories as well
veils, gloves, shoes, and jewelry.

Market yourself well. You need to give a bride a good reason for choosing from one of your
new bridal stores over an established business for the most important day of her life. Building
a website is a good investment, as it advertises your business to clientele in other parts of the
city – and even in other cities.

Innovation Is Key
Often it is innovative, fresh ideas that will draw best in customers. Put yourself in the bride’s
satin shoes while setting up the boutique. What are her requirements? What would make her
feel comfortable if she is nervous? What would make it easier for her to come to a decision
about the dress she needs?

Make a portfolio where you keep photos of women in bridal dresses. Different bridal dresses
look different on women with different physical characteristics. An album that brides can
easily leaf through will help them choose one they like efficiently. Organize different albums
by price, designers, styles etc.

Offer discount prices, throw in a single red rose stem, and give concessions on bridal
accessories. Team with travel agents to offer honeymoon packages at bargain prices, and also
talk caterers into sharing profits with you if you can refer customers to them. See what you
can do about the limo service, the wedding cake arrangement, and the champagne too. This
business doesn’t just have to be about selling dresses!

Good customer service, competitive prices, free counseling, and add on services are all things
you should concentrate on once you understand how to set up a bridal shop.

Computer Training Small Business Ideas

Computer classes, software training, and Microsoft training are in constant demand today and
make a business in computer training an adventure to follow.

You can use your computer skills to earn and income and be able to purchase and write off
new equipment against your taxes.

You can have state of the art equipment, self employment, and enjoy the other benefits while
you learn the latest technology and software.

There are a couple ways you can get going with a computer training business. You can teach
using someone else’s equipment and classroom, you can run your own classes with your own
equipment, you can rent a computer classroom and hold classes there, or you can do remote
in house teaching.

Another business opportunity is creating your own beginner or advanced classes and selling
them online.

Regardless of which path you take, you will need access to basic computer equipment and
software and a vehicle for transportation. You will need software packages that are up to date
and currently used in business or your training will be useless.

You should also have insurance to cover your equipment and any possible liabilities,
especially if you are entering the customer’s home. You should have protective carry cases
for the equipment. It will also be a lot easier to use laptops instead of desktop models, and
this should not affect your training capabilities.

How To Conduct Computer Training

For beginner classes you should aim to communicate instructions simply so your students can
understand you and the concepts involved. They will want to learn basic word processing,
spreadsheets, and other productivity software like Microsoft Office programs that are
commonly used in business.

If you work in a customer’s home, you may be able to teach a few people at once such as
friends and family. If you are in a learning center with many computers you will be more like
a traditional teacher teaching many people at once.

Public speaking is important, and you need to be organized in order to communicate the
lessons in an understandable manner. Your computer training business is a teaching business,
and confidence, patience and poise are great qualities for teachers to learn.

Making A Profit
With group lessons you can offer lower lesson prices but gain more income from the larger
number of students. You need to consider any expenses for room and equipment rentals.

If you are mechanically inclined, you may be able to offer simple repairs and even classes in
computer maintenance and troubleshooting to clients. You also can sell computer tools and
software for commission and income. Another way to make money is to compose your own
teaching lessons on disk and sell them at classes or over the internet.

Whatever you choose, you can begin with simple classes and expand the business over time.
A computer training business will not go out of style as computers are an essential part of
living for almost everyone today – from young children to senior citizens

Start A Virtual Office Service

Offering a virtual office service is one of the best solutions to work from home – you can set
one up easily by just having a website.

This will be your online presence to showcase your skills and services to clients with
testimonials from satisfied repeat customers.

You can start a virtual office business in the area of administrative services like advertising,
sales, accounting, insurance, etc.

Of course, you will need to be able to type fast, have a degree of expertise, and have some
training in how to work from home with an internet-ready computer.

Small Set-Up Costs

You don’t have to spend a fortune to set up this business, as all you need is a good computer
with a strong internet connection. Your bedroom can be your virtual office space, and you
can install answering services to take phone calls without much effort. You might also need a
fax machine for people without a computer to communicate with you.

Setting up a web site is not expensive, as you can often create the pages listing your skills and
prices yourself with only some very basic training.

Offering A Virtual Office Service

Much of the work you get will undoubtedly focus on secretarial services. You clients might
need someone to process their emails, send out letters, answer phone calls, create reminders,
and generally to help them in their business. By no longer having to hire a traditional
secretary, your customer will save money on healthcare, employee benefits and other
expenses.

Being paid by the hour will give your client more productivity. It also makes your service
economical, which will bring small business owners to you from all over the world. Some
customers may require a weekly report of the tasks you complete, and other such measures,
but these are often easy to do and increase your value immensely.

Skills Required
You may be surprised that many virtual assistants are degree holders and skilled workers with
experience in business. They have sound computer knowledge and are able to work on
numerous applications comfortably.

They know how to use the internet, type with Microsoft Word, use Excel with formulae, set
up a presentation using PowerPoint and a host of other activities. As a result, executive
assistants offering virtual office services are able to perform a wide array of tasks as required
by clients on a monthly basis.

Note, however, that you will often be competing with workers from the third world who can
earn significant rewards by offering excellent prices and customer service. Your virtual office
service will need to offer exceptional quality of work to compete successfully with these

How To Start A Consignment Store

Wondering how to start a consignment store? Are you an expert at the garage sale counter?

Can you judge the value of an old heirloom, recreate it, and then be able to clean and polish it
to perfection?

Do you also have an eye for fashion trends? Do you haunt retail reject sale counters and
always spot just the right dresses? A consignment store business might be the right vocation
for you.

If you have a passion for clothes and fashion, running a consignment store will bring a whole
lot of job satisfaction to you.

If you can trace the right articles from various sources and then refurbish and resell them to
the right clients, you also stand to make a good profit out of it.

How To Start A Consignment Store – What To Sell?

Most consignment boutiques deal in clothes, and if you do this, you’ll need to decide on the
type of clothes to sell. You can either buy and sell street wear, casuals, formal clothes, bridal
wear or even used designer wear. You can also deal in particular segments such as maternity
clothes, plus sizes, child wear or vintage dresses.

Many consignment store owners deal in items other than clothes: toys, electronics, home
appliances, furniture, books, crockery, and antiques. If you are very sure of your skills and
possess specific knowledge, you can even resell iPods and laptops.

How Do Consignment Stores Operate?

Most consignment shops store clothes, books, toys and other products for their clients. Once
the product is sold, they divide the profit with the client. This model of business is less
uncertain in nature than others, as you will not have to invest in items which may not find a
buyer.
Many consignment boutiques, however, do purchase items off their clients. Don’t opt for this
model unless you’ve been in the retail business for a while and understand the resale value of
second hand products. This model will offer a higher turnover, however, because you will get
to keep all the profits without sharing them. It requires knowledge and startup capital, but can
be worth considering in the long-term.

Once you know how to start and run a consignment store, you need to look at your expansion
plans. Many consignment stores have a network of trusted clients from all walks of life with
whom they have built a solid business relationship over the years. These should be the
primary sources of business for any store.

Some consignment stores also pick up items at estate consignment sales. When an estate is
sold off, there are many used items to be disposed of. Consignment stores pick these items up
and store them until they are sold. If you cannot afford the initial cost of renting retail space,
you could consider setting up an online consignment store as an alternative.

Ensuring Profitability
After getting the hang of how to start a consignment store, look at increasing your margins.
Investing in the right items is the key to making a solid profit, so only invest in things you
know you can find buyers for.

If you deal in second hand clothes, you need to be very choosy. Many buyers want designer
clothes in peak condition with no visible flaws. Some even insist on an undamaged designer
label! Certain consignment stores do not take in items older than a certain cut off period to
facilitate this.

Knowing how to start a consignment store will not lead you to instant profitability in itself,
but there are certainly big rewards to be paid in exchange for dedication and hard work

Becoming a Professional Organizer

If you believe there’s a place for everything and everything has its place, make that
philosophy work for you by becoming a professional organizer.

An organizer helps clients determine what belongings they need to keep, and where to keep
them. Sounds simple, but the amount of clutter in most homes suggests that it is harder than it
seems.

A professional organizer will walk into a home and help determine the root causes for
disorganization.

It may simply be a lack of space. It may be a lack of systems in place for putting away
belongings. It may be an over attachment to items that have outlived their usefulness.

It may be a deeper psychological issue that causes hoarding. Becoming a professional

organizer requires a fundamental understanding of why people are disorganized.
Whatever the case, the organizer will work with the client and help tailor a way of managing
time and belongings that is made for that individual.

How to Organize Your New Business

Since there are no licenses or legal requirements to start a business as a professional
organizer, it’s easy to enter the field. It helps, of course, if you yourself are organized. Some
home organizers are naturally organized, but others may have had to learn those skills. Both
types of people can succeed in this business.

If you’re new to the field, look for classes at your local community college on organizing.
Also consider psychology classes. Why? Three reasons (at least)…

First of all, sometimes the need for clutter speaks to other psychological issues, such as
chronic disorganization, which may require different helping strategies.

Second, clutter in itself can be depressing and stressful, so understanding how to work with
clients who have this mind frame can be helpful.

And third, as an organizer, you are helping people change their way of life, which can also be
a stress-inducing situation, no matter how positive the outcome.

If you’ve been organizing your home and your friends’ homes for years, consider getting
professional accreditation. The National Association of Professional Organizers and the
Certified Professional Organizers offer information and certification processes, which could
increase your credibility.

Determine what your area of strength is in order to help define your niche. While home
organizers typically help work with personal space, many business people need help with
office organization.

There are also niches for garage or kitchen organization, organizing for an estate sale, or
special events. You could build your business as the “new home” organizer, helping
combined households organize for a unified start. You could market your services as a great
wedding present.

Find customers through your neighborhood and local affiliations. Set up a booth at a home
show. Give a class at a community college. Set up a website with tips on quick organizing
strategies.

What You’ll Need For Becoming A Professional

Organizer
Fortunately, your experience and ideas will be the majority of tools you’ll need. For business
purposes, of course, you’ll need whatever systems keep YOU organized, business phone and
computer system for billing and ordering supplies.
Business cards are also essential. You may also want to have a digital camera or digital video
recorder so you can show before and after pictures of your projects.

When becoming a professional organizer, you’ll need to understand your clients, and figure
out what type of organization will work for each one. If it works for them, both of you will be
successful.

How To Start A Computer Repair Business

If you’re a computer geek and proud of it, find out how to start a computer repair business
and get paid for your knowledge of bits and bytes.

We all know the feeling…We push a button to power up the computer, and nothing happens.
Or something happens that’s just not supposed to.

Or a "simple" installation goes awry.

We love our computers– except when we hate them! Learning how to start a computer repair
business can be a lucrative endeavor.

According to the Census Bureau, over 70 million Americans have at least one home
computer, so if even 1% have a problem, that’s 700,000 potential customers! For someone
who knows computers, this could be a lucrative but low cost business opportunity.

How To Start A Computer Repair Business

The most critical thing you’ll need is knowledge. To start a pc repair business, you’ll need to
be an expert at personal computers including hardware and software. You’ll need to know
about peripherals as well.

Knowledge of other computing systems, such as the Mac will be helpful too.

If you’re not as well versed in an area as you’d like, take classes. Many community and
technical colleges offer instruction.

You will need an analytical mind, patience and good customer service. Since most computers
break down at the most inopportune time, you’ll have frustrated customers. Being able to
explain the problem (in terms non-techies can understand), and giving them an accurate
estimate on how long it will take to fix, and how much it will cost will help build their
confidence in your skills.

You’ll need a phone or pager where you can be reached quickly, and reliable transportation
for getting to your customers.

You’ll also need a source for buying computer repair equipment. You’ll want a place that has
a good inventory so you’ll be able to get the supplies you need immediately, so you can
complete jobs quickly.
Marketing Your Computer Repair Business
Many big box electronics stores have their own computer repair crew, but office supply
stores (which also sell computers, peripherals and supplies) may not. Find out if the manager
will keep your card and brochure and recommend you to customers.

Smaller electronics stores may not have the manpower to staff a repair team, so you might be
their on-call person.

Network with your friends, neighbors, family members, and any contacts you have so they
know to call you when the computer bug strikes. If you work with businesses (either home
businesses or in offices), you might develop a contract so you’re on retainer, or so you
perform periodic checks on computers to make sure everything is functioning properly.

Once you get business, you’ll want to find a way to retain those customers for follow-up
services. Repeat business is a key concept to build into your plan when learning how to start a
computer repair business.

Growing Your Business

If you want to expand your business even more, consider buying a computer repair franchise.
Another way to grow is to include computer consulting in your repertoire. Help businesses
and residential customers learn how to set up the best network or computer systems for their
individual needs.

With your technical skills and resourcefulness, you can open up a window to a new small
business by learning how to start a computer repair business.

How To Become A Locksmith

Knowing how to become a locksmith will open up a world of possibilities to you, as the
world is full of locks.

It is also full of people who lock themselves out of their homes, cars, and office buildings.

Being a locksmith is a great way to earn a living.

If you take a locksmith course, commit yourself to locksmith training and develop a loyal
clientele.

Your professional reputation will soon solidify, and your business will become highly
respected.

The First Steps

The first step is to enroll yourself in a locksmith training program where you will learn
everything from how to make keys to how to open a locked car – and also what locksmith
supplies to use. To know how to become a locksmith, you need education.

After graduating from this training program, you will need to take a certification test to
ensure you know the tools of the trade and are ready to continue on with your locksmith
career.

Once you’ve started a locksmith business and are fully stocked with locksmith tools, you can
build your business. First, consider how to make your business one-of-a-kind. Offer 24 hour
services, advertise everywhere from the phone book to billboards (manage to your
advertising budget, of course), and have an online presence.

Knowing how to become a locksmith is based not only around knowing the trade, but also
around knowing what services to offer.

Where To Operate Your Business

Think about where you want to run your business. You can run your business from your
home, or you can rent out a storefront. If you have employees, it is probably best to work
from somewhere other than your home. If it’s just you who will be installing locks and
checking on their maintenance, then it might make sense for you to work from your home
office.

Operating from a separate office or storefront will make you look more professional and will
offer more visibility than if you were working from your residence. However, working from
home allows you to save money on rent.

How To Become A Locksmith Successfully And Legally

Be sure to know the laws and regulations for opening locked doors and homes: you don’t
want to help a burglar enter a house, or help an ex break in to and steal their former lover’s
car. Additionally, invest in insurance for your business to cover potential liabilities.

You want your business to not only help people out when they lock themselves out of places,
but you also want to develop your brand so that you are vital to anyone who needs lock
installations or lock maintenance. If you have a website, this will only increase your visibility
making how to become a locksmith successfully even easier.

General Business Ideas

Alteration Service Business Idea  

If you’re a talented seamstress, you can have a successful home business doing alterations
and creative sewing projects for your clients.

 Answering Service Business Idea  

 Help out small business owners and make a nice profit as well by receiving calls, taking
orders and making appointments from your home.

 Bookkeeping Business Idea  

Turn your talent with numbers into a booming home business for other enterprises who
need you to balance the books.

 Carpet Cleaning Service Business Idea  

Service jobs are booming, and carpet cleaning is a job that busy homeowners will happily
pay you to handle for them.

 Children's Day Care Business Idea  

A rapidly growing opportunity awaits those with a love for little ones and a head for growing
a business.

 Computer Repair and Maintenance Business Idea   

Turn your technology training into a home-based business by keeping area computers glitch-
free and running smoothly.

 Dog Sitter Business Idea  

Lavishing attention on other people’s pets can turn into a lucrative business for animal
lovers.

 Errand Business Idea  

If you know your way around the community, why not do the running for other people and
make extra cash while you’re on the go?

 Freelance Writer Business Idea  

Your way with words can become a home-based business that brings you both freedom and
a very good living.

 Gift Basket Business Idea  

Show your creative side by designing and selling unique baskets for all of life’s special
occasions.

 Home Decorator Business Idea  

Creativity and a great sense of style will insure your success as you help homeowners bring
their living spaces to life.
 Kids' Party Planner Business Idea  

With children’s parties becoming more lavish, you’ll find this job both personally and
financially rewarding.

 Kids Taxi Service Business Idea  

You can have your freedom and a successful, home-based career driving children to and
from school, appointments, and after-school activities.

 Medical and Legal Transcription Business Idea   

Great typing skills and a professional attitude can translate into a successful career that you
manage from home.

 Mystery Shopper Business Idea  

While shopping and socializing, you can make money assessing customer service at area
businesses.

 Network Marketing Business Idea  

This home-based business can spell success for outgoing types who have a talent for
persuading others to join their enterprise.

 Nutritionist Business Idea  

Whether it’s nutraceuticals or alternative nutrition, your knowledge in this area will help
others stay healthy and insure your own business success.

 Online Tutor Business Idea  

Turn your specialized knowledge or your favorite hobby into a great home-based business
by teaching others online.

 Personal Assistant Business Idea  

Teach students from the comfort of your home by becoming an online tutor.

 Personal Chef Business Idea  

Turn you love of cooking and presentation by starting a catering business.

 Personal Fitness Trainer Business Idea  

Everyone wants to stay healthier today, and you can help make that happen by putting your
enthusiasm and fitness skills to work.
 Virtual Assistant Business Idea  

Nigerian Research Institutes

1. Arable Crops Research Institutes
2. National Agricultural Extension Research and Liaison Services (AERLS)
3. Institute for Agricultural Research (IAR)
4. Institute of Agricultural Research and Training (IAR&T)
5. National Cereals Research institute (NCRI)
6. Lake Chad Research Institute (LCRI)
7. National Root Crops Research Institute (NRCRI)
8. National Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI)
9. Forestry, Horticulture and Tree Crops Research Institutes
10. Forestry Research institute of Nigeria
11. National Horticulture Research Institute (NIHORT)
12. Cocoa Research institute of Nigeria (CRIN)
13. Nigerian Institute for Oil Palm Research (NIFOR)
14. Rubber Research institute of Nigeria (RRIN)
15. Animal Production, Fisheries and Oceanography Research Institutes
16. National Animal Production Research Institute (NAPRI)
17. National institute for Freshwater Fisheries Research (NIFFR)
18. Nigerian institute for Oceanography and Marine Research
19. Animal Health Research Institutes
20. National Veterinary Research Institute (NVRI) – Vom
21. Nigerian Institute for Trypanosomiasis Research (NITR)