Businesses to start with N20,000

With N20,000 in Nigeria, you have several business options to explore! Remember, the key to success lies in identifying a need, understanding your target market, and managing your resources effectively.

Here are some ideas to get you started:

Low-investment service-based businesses:

• Freelancing: Leverage your skills in writing, editing, graphic design, virtual assistance, social media management, or other in-demand services on platforms like Fiverr or Upwork.
  

  Freelance writing
• Content creation: Offer your writing, videography, or photography skills to create content for businesses or individuals. You can also create contents through YouTube and spotify.
• Consultancy: If you have expertise in a particular field, offer consulting services to businesses or individuals.
  

  Consultancy
• Tutoring or teaching: Share your knowledge by offering online or in-person tutoring or teaching lessons in your area of expertise.
  

  Tutoring
• Event planning: Help people plan and organize their events for a fee.

Product-based businesses:

• Crafts and handmade goods: Make and sell jewelry, accessories, home decor, or other handmade items at craft markets, online stores, or through social media.
  

  Crafts and handmade goods
• Baked goods: Bake and sell cookies, cakes, pastries, or other treats from home.
  

  Baked goods
• Phone accessories: Sell phone chargers, earphones, cases, and other phone accessories.
  
• Beauty products: Make and sell natural skincare products, soaps, or lip balms.
  

  Beauty products
• Recycled or upcycled items: Give new life to old items by creating and selling unique products like furniture, jewelry, or home decor.
  

  Recycled or upcycled items

Other ideas:

• Reselling: Buy items at thrift stores or garage sales and resell them online or at flea markets.
• Affiliate marketing: Promote other people’s products and earn a commission on each sale.
• Blogging or vlogging: Share your interests and expertise through a blog or vlog and earn income through advertising, affiliate marketing, or sponsored content.
• Dropshipping: Sell products online without having to carry any inventory yourself.

Remember:

• Conduct thorough market research to understand the demand for your product or service.
• Create a solid business plan outlining your goals, target market, marketing strategy, and financial projections.
• Price your products or services competitively.
• Market your business effectively to reach your target audience.
• Be patient and persistent – building a successful business takes time and effort.