The importance of having different streams of income cannot be overemphasized hence our reason for sharing some “not so regular” businesses you could start up with N100,000 or less.
Production of Shoe Covers: a lot of people are focused on face masks they’ve forgotten about shoe covers for hospitals, schools, offices and even homes. You can look to produce disposable or reusable ones bearing in mind that hospitals would rather buy disposables. Reusable ones can be sold to schools, offices and even individuals that wish to have use shoe covers in their homes. You can go the extra mile to partner with a branding company to customize the reusable ones for schools and offices.
Cleaning Services: we know what is going through your mind already “I can’t become a cleaner” but you don’t have to be. You can recruit two to three people to clean while you supervise. You are advised to carry out a survey, ask friends, family, neighbors what they think about having their apartments cleaned by your agents free of charge with your supervision. You are likely going to have a large number of people agree to it as long there’s supervision. This gives you the opportunity to charge them for the next service not forgetting that the onus falls on you to do a fantastic job (first impression counts!) Do you remember that concept of under promising and over delivering? Here’s an example,on the first day, present them with a complimentary pack of 2 cleaning supplies to keep the shine in their homes until you return to clean again, go ahead and knock the socks off them by offering them fumigation, redecoration or repair services at a discounted rate after 1-3 months of consistent patronage. This will require that you partner with such businesses (please note that these tips are not compulsory however they can become Unique Selling Propositions that will make your cleaning service outstanding).
Study chairs and tables for kids/adults: you’ll agree that home schooling and working remotely has come to stay as a result of the pandemic. Production of wooden chairs and tables for kids and adults to study/work is a viable business. One unique selling proposition for this business is producing chairs and tables in exciting patterns and colors for kids. Your products should aid good back posture for kids and adults. We suggest you conduct thorough research on health, behavioral study and work patterns for kids and adults as your products should aim to create enjoyable experiences while studying or working. It won’t be a bad idea to have a health practitioner recommend your products.
Extra Tips: Your Unique Selling Proposition should be emphasized while marketing; they can be included in “Thank you’ notes sent to every customer. This reassures your customers that their experience is your utmost concern which automatically makes them micro-influencers for your business.
Final tip, the internet is your friend, research on how to make your business unique, it can be an existing business, all you need to do is change the narrative with exciting ideas and watch it grow, google and pinterest are highly recommended to get your creative juices flowing. Try this and thank us later.
Are you inspired already? Do you have questions? Business ideas you want to share with the community? Or feedback on how this information has been useful to you? Please leave a comment.
Have a #crenovative day!