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Starting a small business as a teenager can be a great way to learn valuable entrepreneurial skills and earn some extra money.
Not only it teach you how to manage your money properly but it also will teach you business skills, work ethic, collaboration, patience, and social skills when working with others.
So here are 50 profitable small business ideas for teenagers:
1. Lawn Care Services: Offer lawn mowing, weeding, and general yard maintenance services to neighbors.
2. Babysitting: Provide childcare services to parents in your community.
3. Pet Sitting/Dog Walking: Take care of pets while their owners are away or offer dog walking services.
4. Tutoring: Offer tutoring services in subjects you excel in to younger students.
5. Car Wash: Provide car washing and detailing services to local residents.
6. House Cleaning: Offer basic cleaning services to homeowners in your area.
7. Tech Support: Help older individuals with their technology problems, such as setting up devices or troubleshooting issues.
8. Photography: Start a small photography business for events like birthdays and family gatherings.
9. Handmade Crafts: Create and sell handmade crafts like jewelry, candles, or artwork on Esty.
10. Baking: Bake and sell cupcakes, cookies, or other baked goods.
11. Personal Shopping: Offer shopping assistance to busy individuals or seniors.
12. Event Planning: Help plan and organize small events like parties or gatherings.
13. Social Media Management: Manage social media accounts for small businesses in your area.
14. Graphic Design: Create logos, flyers, and other graphic materials for local businesses.
15. Car Detailing: Provide thorough cleaning and detailing services for cars.
16. Virtual Assistance: Offer administrative support to businesses remotely.
17. Cleaning Services: Specialize in cleaning specific items, like sneakers, handbags, or electronics.
18. Music Lessons: Teach an instrument you’re skilled at playing.
19. Language Lessons: Offer language tutoring or conversation practice sessions.
20. Fitness Training: Provide fitness coaching for individuals or small groups.
21. Gutter Cleaning: Offer gutter cleaning services to homeowners.
22. Landscaping Design: Create landscaping plans and ideas for homeowners.
23. Car Maintenance Services: Help with basic car maintenance tasks like oil changes and tire rotations.
24. Online Reselling: Buy and resell items on platforms like eBay or Etsy.
25. Mobile Car Wash: Bring your car wash services to people’s homes.
26. Content Creation: Start a YouTube channel, blog, or podcast around a topic you’re passionate about.
27. Personal Chef/Catering: Cook and deliver meals for events or busy families.
28. Online Tutoring: Offer virtual tutoring sessions to students beyond your local area.
29. Fitness Classes: Host fitness classes in parks or community centers.
30. Gardening Services: Help with gardening, planting, and maintaining outdoor spaces.
31. Carpool Service: Offer transportation services to people who need rides to work or appointments.
32. Cleaning Service for Electronics: Clean and sanitize electronics like phones and laptops.
33. Car Cleaning Supplies: Create and sell car cleaning kits or supplies.
34. Clothing Alterations: Provide basic clothing alteration and repair services.
35. Home Organization: Help people declutter and organize their homes.
36. Interior Decorating: Provide interior decorating advice and services.
37. Social Media Influencer: Build a following on social media and collaborate with brands.
38. E-book Writing: Write and self-publish e-books on platforms like Amazon Kindle.
39. Dance or Fitness Instruction: Teach dance or fitness classes to individuals or groups.
40. Tour Guide: Offer guided tours of local attractions.
41. Smartphone Repair: Fix cracked screens and other smartphone issues.
42. Custom Clothing Design: Create custom clothing items based on customer preferences.
43. Knitting or Crocheting: Create and sell handmade knitted or crocheted items.
44. Jewelry Making: Design and create unique jewelry pieces to sell.
45. House Painting: Offer painting services for interiors or exteriors.
46. Car Advertising: Wrap your car with ads and get paid for driving around.
47. Voiceover Services: Offer your voice for commercials, videos, and more.
48. Personal Stylist: Help individuals choose fashionable outfits.
49. Freelance Writing: Write articles, blog posts, or website content for businesses.
50. Eco-Friendly Products: Create and sell eco-friendly products, such as reusable shopping bags or natural cleaning supplies.
Remember to research local laws and regulations related to starting a small business as a teenager and make sure to get any necessary permissions or licenses.
It’s also important to choose a small business idea that aligns with your skills, interests, and available resources.
Congratulations on your small business endeavors!
