Business Startup: Long ideas but short on cash?

It’s great to have a good idea but it’s even better to have a working idea.  Take a look at these entrepreneurs ideas that have proven to be a success.  Here’s a list of the series on Business Startup Idea for Less Than $100 to inspire your entrance into the entrepreneurial world.

• Consultancy. If you have the expert level knowledge, that’s expert level advice.  Your business startup can be your own consultancy. You can provide advice, management and project tasks.  Got a new method for eco-gardening, a superstar on social media or the best-organized assistant, ever?  YOU are ready to begin.  All you need to do is set-up your digital space, create your social media accounts and start sharing your content.  This is where you market your expertise.  Join a freelancer site like Upwork or Elance and earn while you grow.
• Direct Sales. Be your own boss and work at home.  Go into direct selling for established companies like Mary Kay, Rodan + Fields, IT Works! Global and more. You may also set up an online website and organize your own direct sales party.
• Professional Organizer. From organizing events to putting things in order in a home, you can monetize your skills and earn.  With a 1-page website, active social media accounts and a couple of social media ads – YOU are ready to go!  Begin with your network, you’d be surprised how many need to be organized.  Don’t forget to ask for referrals.
• Homemade Foodie. Do you have a penchant for homemade gourmet foods? You can create your signature chocolates, cakes and pastries and soup mixes to name a few.  All you need is access to the food, preferably a farmer’s market, shop local! Oh and cooking skills, of course!
• Life Coach.  People hire coaches to give them sound, unbiased advice.  People want to be led to their success and reminded what assets they possess.  This special skill doesn’t require certification but its absolutely preferred.  You want something that sets you apart from the rest.  You also need to build a strong reputation and work on getting a solid following in the market.  When done correctly, this can be a profitable business.
• Decorator. The holidays are coming up.  People want their homes and tables decorated and more.  This is a profitable season for professional decorators.  Start taking pictures of everything you do and post those on your social media accounts.  Write blogs about your experience and your love of creativity.   Let your client referrals be your best marketers.  Take note: the whole year is filled with anniversaries and holidays!
• Home Companion/Caregiving Services. Help families connect with the right caregivers and companions to a family member in need.  With a simple website, some social media and a great network, you can spread the word fast.  Sign up with agencies looking for contractors to refer clients.  Call other agencies and position yourself as the person they call during overflow.
• Rental Services & Sales. Got equipment and stuff lying around at home? Monetize these by renting them or letting go.  From lawnmowers to chocolate fountain machine you may be on to something.  If you don’t have the equipment, I guarantee you have clothes and clutter that you can post on sites like Letgo, Poshmark, and Facebook (yes you can sell things on FB).