SEVEN BUSINESSES YOU CAN START WITH A SMALL CAPITAL

Weeks ago few pals chatted me up inquiring on what commercial business they are able to start with small capital. When I revealed to them that there are over 50 businesses you could do with small capital they couldn’t believe me, they went ahead to add that businesses with low capital start-ups yield very low profit as well. I begged to differ. Today, we will be looking at…

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7 businesses you can start with a small capital

7 businesses you can start with a small capital

Weeks ago few pals chatted me up inquiring on what commercial business they are able to start with small capital. When I revealed to them that there are over 50 businesses you could do with small capital they couldn’t believe me, they went ahead to add that businesses with low capital start-ups yield very low profit as well. I begged to differ. Today, we will be looking at seven businesses you can start with a small capital and how to make huge profits from them.

The reality is that everyone wants to start a business with a huge amount so to start earning huge profit in no time, but does it actually works that way in reality? Maybe yes, maybe no. Almost all entrepreneurs just want to become rich overnight without going through the rhythmic pattern involved in every business. The big question is, can a child walk without crawling or can a child start running without learning how to walk?  The Answer is No. Like we all need to pass through stages of life so do most businesses.

Stop limiting and doubting small beginnings, most success stories started from a humble beginning, most importantly, few results each day adds up to the big result.

A few years back, I read about Elon Musk. This guy is an absolute genius with brilliant ideas. He’s a successful entrepreneur, innovator, and one of the richest people in the world. But, the big question now is that, was this how big he started while trying to find a balance back then? No, but he had remained determined and stayed focus thorough out his career in spite of the knockback.

As an entrepreneur, I know you will surely have dreams of owning a company and maybe wanting to become the next Amazon or Bill Gate or probably just be content in becoming the greatest entrepreneur in your community but before those dreams come to actualization, there are some businesses you can start up with as low as little amount so that gradually, you can save up something and then start the big business you wish to do as you’ve gained not just profit from your small scale business but also strategic ways of handling the big business and trust me, handling some failures in the big business won’t look so difficult because you’ve already had failures and you got ways on handling them while running your small scale business.


1. SELLING WATER AND SOFT DRINKS

Selling bottled drinks and soft drinks is one of the profitable and successful businesses, although, most people tend to see it as a poor man’s business. This is an everyday consumption product as it doesn’t spoil. All you just need to do is get a busy area like a commercial bus park, with your big cooler, umbrella, ice block and probably signpost indicating what you sell… Many entrepreneurs have made it big just by simply doing this business.


2. POPCORN PRODUCTION BUSINESS:

 Everyone loves popcorn. May I say that it’s one snack that is in high demand? Because of its soft texture which makes it less messy, people tend to eat it anywhere, any time, at home, in the offices, while traveling, along the road, in cinemas e.t.c This business doesn’t require a shop to start as it only requires exposed environment or probably you can pop the corn in your house, package and then go out to sell them. One good thing I love about this business is that anyone can easily do it.  All you need to do is get your Pop Corn Machine (you can buy or rent), butter, salt, sugar, packaging, oil and trust me, your business is set. Don’t forget that Pop Corn Business also generates a lot of profit as well.


3. FAST FOOD BUSINESS:

Do you know that it’s not all the time people tend to prepare food at home? There are times that they choose to eat but don’t have enough time to prepare the food due to work or some other activities. This is why eateries and fast food businesses will always scale. You may not need to have a physical location for this business, you can take orders, prepare the meal at your home and supply it to consumers. Your potential customers are bank and office workers who leave their homes in the wee hours of the morning and get back at dawn with little or no time to cook at home.

4. ICE BLOCK BUSINESS:

Depending on the area you live. Ice block business might be your new oil. All you need is your freezer and a good source of electricity and your profitable business is set to go on.


5. DRY CLEANING BUSINESS:

Back in school, I had this friend who paid his school fees, his house rent and fended for himself with the money he gets from doing the cleaning business. He would normally use his hands to wash the clothes and then iron them perfectly well. You can start this business from your home, all you need is just pressing iron and if you have money to invest, you can then get a washing machine and as time goes on, you raise cash to rent a store. Don’t forget, the dry cleaning business is another business that fetches cool cash.


6. BARBECUE BUSINESS

This is another profitable business you can start with a small capital and have a fast turnaround. A lot of people enjoy a nice prepared barbecue especially if complemented with a nice drink and most times they don’t buy for themselves alone, they buy for family and friends. Just make sure you master the art of making the BBQ and see your customers coming back and back for more.

7. PRODUCTION OF LIQUID SOAP

Liquid soap production is another lucrative business. You can make triple the invested amount in a short space of time with liquid soap production. To even gain more customers, you can reduce your price and approach the supermarket to resell for you or sell it by yourself at your local market. Most people these days prefer liquid soap anyways.


NOTE: In any moment, a decision you make can change the course of your life forever, because the best Investment you can make is an investment in yourself. The real risk is doing nothing at all.


Do you know any other business that you can start with a small capital? Don’t forget to drop your comment and also follow me on Facebook @DearSonma.

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59 responses to “SEVEN BUSINESSES YOU CAN START WITH A SMALL CAPITAL”

  1. Attah Utenwojo Avatar
    Attah Utenwojo

    Good idea and recharge card business is also advisable

    1. Dearsonma Avatar
      Dearsonma

      Thanks for your input. 🌸🤗

      1. Vivian nwachukwu Avatar

        Pos is good or food stuff

        1. Phidelis Avatar
          Phidelis

          Ok… Thanks for your input… We’re grateful

        2. Phidelis Avatar
          Phidelis

          Ok…
          Thanks for your input… We’re grateful

    2. Aderemi Adeyanju Avatar
      Aderemi Adeyanju

      They are really great business one can start with low capital. More wisdom to you #Dearsonma thanks so very much momma

      1. Phidelis Avatar
        Phidelis

        Thanks for reading through.
        Much love 🥰

    3. Oluwatoyin funmilayo ambali Avatar
      Oluwatoyin funmilayo ambali

      Thanks so much
      Lylon business is also lucrative

      1. Oyetade Covenant Avatar
        Oyetade Covenant

        Yeah, you’re right. It’s one very lucrative business that stays hidden over the years to the prying eyes 👀 of many people.

      2. O ijeoma Avatar
        O ijeoma

        Am almost there @1 just a little to get there.thanks

        1. Phidelis Avatar
          Phidelis

          Nice one… Don’t Give Up… 🤗🤗

  2. Chika primus Ikenna Avatar
    Chika primus Ikenna

    Good ma’am, please I will like to start a poultry farm business, I can handle it very well

    1. Chika primus Ikenna Avatar
      Chika primus Ikenna

      Good day ma’am, please Ma, I’m planning on starting a poultry farm business

      1. Phidelis Avatar
        Phidelis

        Nice idea.. Great way to start. 🤗🤗

        1. Bruno Tobenna Benedict Avatar
          Bruno Tobenna Benedict

          Frying yam,potatoes,Amara, fish and so on

        2. Ani stella Avatar
          Ani stella

          Good day mami, I want to open up a saloon, I have finished learning

  3. David Madufor Avatar
    David Madufor

    Nice idea

    1. Phidelis Avatar
      Phidelis

      Thank you 🥰

  4. Bet Mill Avatar
    Bet Mill

    Some others:0
    Pos services
    Rabbit farming
    Hair making (ladies)
    Barbing (men)
    Cake,puff puff,eggroll, doughnuts making etc

    1. Phidelis Avatar
      Phidelis

      Thanks for your input
      🥰🥰

  5. Ebenezer Temidayo Avatar
    Ebenezer Temidayo

    Frying and baking Confectioneries

    1. Phidelis Avatar
      Phidelis

      Nice idea… Thanks 🤗🤗

      1. Jane Chidinma Avatar

        Love this!!
        And pos, small chops business can go

        1. Phidelis Avatar
          Phidelis

          You’re right. Thanks for sharing 🥰🥰

  6. Vivian Avatar

    Nice one ,this article is quite inspiring cause there are some businesses one might not think lucrative but with this insight am informed

    1. Phidelis Avatar
      Phidelis

      You’re right. I’m glad the article opened you up to some ideas. 🥰🥰

  7. Ogechukwu Lilian Avatar
    Ogechukwu Lilian

    Nice business ideas
    It will help alot.

    1. Phidelis Avatar
      Phidelis

      You’re welcome. I’m glad the article is of help… 🤗🤗

  8. Aimuyedo Blessing Avatar
    Aimuyedo Blessing

    Drug business as an Auxiliary nurse is good, u can start with any amount

    1. Esther Adeola Adeyemi Avatar
      Esther Adeola Adeyemi

      I love Fast Food Business. I have choose selling of food stuff before this time. Now I can buy food stuff at wholesale price and prepare food. I will take it to offices where I have friends. Little by little I will grow big.
      Thanks for sharing this my lovely sister 💗.

    2. Phidelis Avatar
      Phidelis

      Nice one. Thanks for your input

    3. Dasola Avatar

      Jewelry’s
      Slippers and Sandals
      We can also use small capital to start the business too.

      1. Phidelis Avatar
        Phidelis

        That’s Nice… Thanks for sharing 🤗🤗

  9. Jenny Danladi Avatar
    Jenny Danladi

    Wow nice one
    Another one is slippers business
    And also plain and pattern material
    You start small and earn big.

    1. Phidelis Avatar
      Phidelis

      That’s right.
      Thanks for sharing 😊

  10. Collet Avatar

    Another lucrative business with little or no capital is dropshipping people’s goods.
    You go to big suppliers of fast selling goods, tell them you will like to advertise their goods for them, then they either give you some percentage after successful sale, or you add your own profit when advertising.
    I hope this was helpful

    1. Dearsonma Avatar
      Dearsonma

      Thanks for sharing. 🤗

      1. Agatha Avatar

        Wow, making of liquid soap and pop corn is just great
        Thank u ma🤗

  11. Queen Rashi Avatar
    Queen Rashi

    That selling water and soft drinks is a good business. I really love it.

    1. Phidelis Avatar
      Phidelis

      Great…
      Then don’t hesitate to start it 🥰

  12. Queen Rashi Avatar
    Queen Rashi

    Selling foodstuffs,baby stuff is also a good business. I suggest.

    1. Phidelis Avatar
      Phidelis

      Yeah.
      Thanks for sharing 🥰

  13. Paul Sambo Avatar
    Paul Sambo

    Amazing business ideas, thanks so much dear sonma ❤️❤️❤️❤️

    1. Phidelis Avatar
      Phidelis

      You’re welcome.

  14. Abigael Avatar
    Abigael

    Good idea

    1. Phidelis Avatar
      Phidelis

      Thanks

  15. Rose Mary Avatar
    Rose Mary

    You are 💯 right, if you want to succeed in business and know more about the business you are doing start with little capital so you will know when the business is going down or up, if you start with large capital without a period of time you will not have ideas in the business, one thing in business the more you the better you replace the items back

    1. Phidelis Avatar
      Phidelis

      Exactly. Thanks for sharing ❤️

  16. Stephen Dozie Avatar

    Great idea
    You are good at what you do
    More wisdom

    1. Phidelis Avatar
      Phidelis

      Amen. Thanks ❤️

  17. Anya Oluebere Joseph Avatar
    Anya Oluebere Joseph

    It’s a very great Idea

    1. Phidelis Avatar
      Phidelis

      Thank you ❤️

  18. Taiwo Azeezat jumoke Avatar
    Taiwo Azeezat jumoke

    This is a good idea…there are so many good business that can be started with less capital and someone make good profits…example is selling of underwears, selling of snacks and so on

    1. Phidelis Avatar
      Phidelis

      You’re right. Thanks for sharing ❤️

  19. Adaobi Ezenwa Avatar

    Wow this is really good Mama I go for the liquid soap Dear sonmas God bless you.

    1. Phidelis Avatar
      Phidelis

      Amen.
      It’s a good idea.

  20. Akunna ikejemba Avatar

    Very nice, there are many more business someone can start with little capital, fufu-business, ponmo business, eggs supplying business, sugar supplying business ect ma, like me am doing fufu-business, I just started the business, I started with 2k, many of them thanks ma, I love you ma

  21. Phidelis Avatar
    Phidelis

    Wow.. This is great. Thanks for sharing your idea ❤️

  22. Jovita Avatar

    Nice one momma

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