Internet Based Self-Employment Ideas
Internet Based Self-Employment
Self employment is a dream that more and more are realizing each day through the utilization of internet based businesses. These typically require few start up costs and therefore have relatively very little risk involved. Who wouldn't want to set their own hours, be their own boss and completely cut out commuting costs?
Furthermore, in an economy which is regularly shedding well paying jobs and usually replacing them with low security, poorly paying jobs, it is little wonder that many are so attracted to the idea of creating their own job security and managing their own wages. The following are a few internet based businesses that could offer you the all the freedoms of self employment.
• Haul Away Services: You only need three things to start your soon to be booming haul away business: a personal computer, an internet connection, and a van or truck. First, create an informative website detailing the services you provide and clearly displaying your contact information. Then contact Realtors, especially those that specialize in foreclosures and rentals, and furnish them with your website URL and pertinent business information.
Don't forget to also network with people who are in related trades such as cleaners or handymen. Advertise your service through free sites such as Craigslist.org and social media sites such as Facebook. Most importantly: familiarize yourself with online invoice submittal processes favored by lenders – you'll need to submit perfectly each time to ensure you're paid quickly for foreclosure "trash outs." There are plenty of people and businesses out there who need this service (think dorm rooms around summertime), and if you price competitively, you'll be turning a profit in no time.
• Personal Errand Services: This business is similar to the last one, in that it requires the same start up materials, except any working automobile will suffice. In addition to low start up costs, a further advantage to starting an errand running business is that it will frequently serve a growing market: senior citizens. Again, you'll need to create an informative website and establish a presence in the social media universe. This is a lucrative business: the average hourly rate is about $25 an hour, a figure that is a living wage for you and probably seems like a fair fee to your client to avoid taking the car to be inspected or going grocery shopping. Or consider creating "packages" which bundle services or offer monthly rates.
• Pet Sitting: For animal lovers, pet sitting and dog walking are the perfect self employment opportunity. The great news about the pet sitting industry is that continues to thrive during the Great Recession, which means that this is a business idea that comes with some job security. Start with thorough internet or library research of basic pet care, breed differences, health information, and training techniques. Then establish a website (remember to list plenty of references and post many pictures of yourself happily servicing animals) and advertise your site and services using Twitter, Facebook, and Craigslist.org. Also consider joining industry specific sites such as Pet Sitters International, PetSite, which provides searchable listings, affordable insurance and bonding policies, and connects you with potential clients.
