250+ Business Ideas to Spark Inspiration

Explore opportunity with our collection of 250+ business ideas, crafted to inspire and guide aspiring entrepreneurs. From local ventures to tech startups, these ideas offer practical insights and steps to help you ignite your entrepreneurial journey.

Entrepreneurs, you've come to the right place

Feeling the drive to become an entrepreneur, but you don't know where to start? Our collection of 250+ business ideas for budding entrepreneurs is designed to not only feed that drive, but to also provide tangible steps to help you figure out what you want to do—and get there successfully.

Business Ideas for Every Interest

One of the most difficult parts of starting a business is thinking up a sustainable business idea. Here are business ideas for every interest and goal.

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Our most popular business ideas, curated by list

 

10 Business-to-Business (B2B) Startup Ideas You Can Start Today

There are many opportunities for entrepreneurs who have a calling to support other businesses.

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10 E-Commerce Business Ideas

With 2.05 billion current online buyers globally, there is a strong case for venturing into the online selling space.

A young woman works remotely.

Small Business Ownership in 2024: By the Numbers

Statistics provided by the 2024 Q3 Small Business Index by MetLife and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

  • 73%

    ... of small businesses say they expect revenue to increase in the next year, up slightly from last quarter.

  • 44%

    ... of small businesses say they expect to increase their staff.

  • 45%

    ... of small businesses say they plan to increase their investment in the next year.

 

10 Timely Delivery Business Ideas

Convenience sells, and straight-to-the-door delivery could be the driver of your success.

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10 Tech-Driven Small Business Ideas

Your “techspertise” is in demand. Here is how to own it.

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7 Businesses You Can Start and Grow on Instagram

Instagram is a great way to generate business. Here are seven Instagram business ideas to help you get started.

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Business Ideas By Trend

Whether you're trying to monetize your craft or create a business based off your passion, these are some of the top trending business ideas.

10 Small Businesses to Start in Real Estate

The door is wide open for those looking for entry into the residential and commercial real estate market.

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10 Green Small Business Ideas

"Eco-preneurs" with a sustainability strategy are needed now more than ever.

Confident business owner in her second-hand store, holding denim pants and standing next to shelf with shoes and jackets.

11 Self-Care Business Ideas for Entrepreneurs

As today’s consumers invest more in health and wellness products, self-care businesses can be a great path to entrepreneurship.

An older woman sits outside, on a light teal yoga mat stretched out over the grass. She has her right leg crossed over her left leg in the "Lord of the Fishes" pose. The woman is smiling and wearing gray yoga pants, a pink long-sleeved shirt, and gray-and-white ankle socks. Behind her, out of focus, are two more women: a short-haired woman in a yellow shirt and a dark-haired woman in a pink shirt. A line of trees stands at the edge of the grass.

Business Ideas By Interest

Looking to turn your hobby or passion into a full-fledged business? Check out the ideas below.

5 Business Ideas for Fashion Lovers

This year is a great time to start a sustainable fashion label or dropship your latest T-shirt line.

Two women stand smiling in front of a headless mannequin draped with a loose-fitting white blouse. The woman on the left has short dark hair and wears a cream-colored jacket over a black button-up shirt. The woman on the right has long dark blonde hair and wears glasses and a white textured tank top. The woman on the right is examining a measuring tape that she has draped around the back of the mannequin's neck. In the background, out of focus, is a large studio space containing a few sewing machine stations and shelving units.
 

10 Beauty Business Ideas You Can Start Small

Colorful ways to be your own beauty boss.

A woman uses her smartphone to take a selfie of herself and her hair stylist. The woman sits in the styling chair and has slightly wavy brown hair. The stylist behind her wears a black t-shirt and has hair clips clipped to the pockets of his jeans. He has a beard and a small man bun. In the background are several shelves of hair products sorted by color.

5 Small Business Ideas for Sports Lovers

Entrepreneurs passionate about sports will find a competitive market with plenty of opportunities for growth.

Two men stand in a large showroom filled with bicycles of various colors. The man on the left, who wears an orange shirt and gray apron, uses his hands to hold up a red bike. The man on the right, who wears a yellow T-shirt over a long-sleeved navy blue shirt, looks at the red bike with interests. Several more bikes hang from the ceiling of the showroom.

10 Innovative 3D Printing Business Ideas

Advances in 3D, or additive, printing offer endless opportunities for tech enthusiasts.

Team of people looking at an object created by a 3D printer.
 

10 Creative Craft Business Ideas

If you have an artistic side, you might be able to parlay this creativity into a money-making craft. Here are 10 handmade business ideas that could spark a new business venture in your life.

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10 Trending Etsy Business Ideas to Consider

Entrepreneurs looking to tap into their creativity when starting a business may want to join the 3.7 million “makers” or sellers who currently leverage the power of Etsy to build their businesses.

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