Top 32 Business Ideas to Survive Lock Down and Self-Empowerment!!

 

COVID 19, one of the deadliest viruses has incurred unforgettable losses to families, as well as immense slowdown and stagnation to economies worldwide. Till now, more than 18 lakh Indians have lost their jobs during COVID-19. Unfortunately, Coronavirus is here to stay for a while, so do not let this virus stop you from doing what best can be done during these testing times. Do not lose hope and don’t let this virus weaken you. Lockdown is a temporary measure taken by Government of various nations to slow down the spread of virus and to take appropriate steps to combat Corona in India.

Looking at the current scenario of despair and joblessness, one must look at the brighter side and figure out opportunities that the lockdown has given rise to.

Generation of funds is extremely crucial as it not only affects us an individual, but it has a significant impact on our city, economy, country, and even the whole world.

A few imperative options that we can consider and the scope of ideas that we can optimally use, for personal, social, and economic growth is as follows:

The first thing to take into consideration is the Demand in the market. Due to the lockdown, not everything is required, and we must keep the luxuries and comforts aside. Providing necessities and the high demand for them is a major contributor to the market and will generate new business ideas.

New ideas on education, banking, agriculture, furniture, fashion, gifts, weddings, food, taxation, finance, and manufacturing are things that cannot be ignored and are always on the run. The continuity in the above mentioned generates new opportunities for business.

Technology and online work options are trending, and one must keep himself updated with the following options to use them for their upcoming venture. Now is not the time to be physically involved in professions, jobs, or businesses. Instead, we must consider technology as one of the most critical aspects of generating job and business opportunities:

1. Selling Healthcare Products

With the emergence of lockdown, homemade or small scale mask making and hand sanitizer production have increased drastically to meet the surge in demand of a variety of face masks and hand sanitizers. Several entrepreneurs, small business owners, self-employed professionals, SMEs and MSMEs have opted to start face mask manufacturing and hand sanitizer business, shutting down their already existing businesses during lockdown. To sell their products; business owners or manufacturers can directly contact local shops, retailers and wholesalers to sell it further to local customers.

2. Doorstep Delivery Business

In future years, online delivery business will be at boom and customers will prefer buying products online, rather than visiting grocery stores, malls and shopping complexes where there will be more possibility of getting infected. Doorstep delivery is the best alternative business during the lockdown period, in which various types of delivery services can be initiated, such as essential items delivery, grocery delivery, pharmaceuticals delivery and alcohol delivery. Respective licenses shall be required to be obtained from concerned authority to start a specific delivery business.

3. Food Delivery or Tiffin Service

Recently, the Indian Central Government granted permission to restaurants and food outlets to sell food via online platforms and deliver it with the help of delivery vendors. You can also start a new business by starting a kitchen of popular or desired cuisine that is in demand in your area. The initial investment required is minimal that requires purchase of raw materials with skilled and professional staff, including chef, helper, etc.

4. Online Tuition Classes

Students are struggling to reach schools and colleges amid COVID19 outbreak, their education is getting hampered with the passing of time. To make the most of this situation; professionals with knowledge, skills and expertise in any specific field or subject can start online tuition or coaching classes for students. You just need to have a laptop, an internet connection and smartphone to start with online tuition classes.

5. Becoming a YouTuber

People have started earning a decent amount from online social media platforms, among those YouTube is considered as the most lucrative and popular. Yes, becoming a YouTuber is trending, if you are really passionate and possess a unique style or aura to make as many followers or subscribers of your channel. This idea of becoming a YouTuber can churn you as a regular source of income. Earnings from YouTube is based on only one funda that is more the subscribers, more is the earning.

6. Paintings or Art work

Artists have ample amount of time to showcase their talent by their paintings or any specific art form. Artists are well-equipped with the material required and just have to present a virtual exhibition online to sell your art work and further deliver it at the customer’s address. If artists have sufficient space to display their paintings, they can launch an event and exhibit their talent.

7. Homemade clothes

If you are able to stitch clothes using sewing machine and you have a basic understanding about fashion, then this business can work for you. Wake up your inner fashion designer and start making clothes from home.

8. Wooden Toys

If you use wood and have carpentry skills, then your talent can be put to good use for making wooden toys for children.

9. Handbags

The fashion of handbags can never go away. You can experiment with different materials and designs. You can also make stylish and decorative handbags, which are always in demand.

10. Hair decoration accessories

There is also a huge demand for hair accessories. You can easily make hairbands, hairpins, clips, snug pins at home. Then they can be sold online or at any craft fair, etc.

11. Greeting Card

Greeting cards made at home and by hand are always in demand. All you need to make them is paper, pen, stamp, envelopes and some creative words.

12. T-shirts with logo

T-shirts bearing logos are always in demand among the youth. It has a good market value and is sold between Rs 250-500. If you have learned to make it then this business is quite easy. It also has good benefits.

13. Scented Candles

Who does not like a beautiful, fragrant candle. It is not difficult to make them at home. After mastering the candle making craft, start selling your creations online.

14. Gift Basket

Make beautiful gift baskets at home. They are in great demand during every festival, wedding and special occasion. It is also quite easy to make them at home.

15. Pillows

Decorative and hand-made pillows are extremely attractive. Just buy some stylish clothes, cotton and start sewing pillows.

16. Painting and Drawing

If you are a talented painter, you can sell your masterpieces for decoration. These artifacts can be printed and sold by making many copies. The underlined pictures are also in great demand.

17. Become a Business Consultant

Most of the businesses these days operate from remote and as a business consultant, you would need expert guidance for handling digital processes related to managing a business. Make use of these tools for providing expert assistance over how to conduct successful marketing campaigns, etc. and see your business thrive.

18. Take Up Digital Marketing Projects

Offline events and other traditional marketing practices have taken the back seat. You can help businesses reach out to their target customers through online channels and earn money. If you build a decent client base now, you can start with your own digital marketing setup post the lockdown.

19. Start with Freelancing Projects

There is a huge demand for freelancing tasks related to translation, content writing, graphic designing, etc. Join websites like Upwork and Freelancer to get freelancing projects as per your expertise. Build a good reputation with clients today, and you can continue with this small business idea in the future also.

20. Start Your Own Blog Page

If you love to express your ideas through words and know how SERP works, it’s time to start your own blog page. A blog page is a good revenue source, as you can earn through affiliated ads and sponsored posts.

21. Website Development

People are starting their own website, getting into new home-based businesses, making their own blog pages, and a lot more at the time of lockdown. If you are into website development, you can easily take up freelancing projects and help other businesses flourish.

22. Join a Referral Program

Many companies have their own referral programs, which you can join for free. Their business model is such that you earn some amount of commission on every lead you share or product you sell. This is a great earning source for those who have strong networking skills.

23. Sewing & Alteration Help

Whether people shop a lot or restrain themselves from going out, they will always need someone to hem their favourite trousers or to mend the button of a shirt. If you are good at sewing, you can start by offering these simple tailoring services to people in your locality and take your small business idea to another level.

24. Fitness Trainer

While some people are interested in doing Yoga, others need to burn their belly fat and get toned muscles. However, most of them don’t have time to go to the gym daily. You can help them continue with their fitness regime from anywhere, anytime as an online fitness trainer. To attract new customers for this small business idea, you can provide the fitness package for the entire family to build a strong clientele.

25. Career Counsellor

In the time of uncertainty, children often look for an expert advice. This is the time when students are preparing for different entrance exams. As a career counsellor, you can guide them online with the best courses and career options depending upon the subjects they have chosen.

26. Resume Writer

People are looking for new jobs and better opportunities to uplift their economic condition. And, you can lend them professional help as a resume writer. Help your clients make the first impression right with a convincing resume that speaks louder for their skills and expertise.

27. House Cleaning Service

With limited house helps, people are now opting for professional house cleaners. This is an opportunity for you to start a house cleaning business online. This small business idea will never fail, as hygiene and cleanliness matter to all.

28. Online Fashion Boutique

If you are good at designing garments, you can start with your own online fashion boutique. You just need to get your hands at some of the best fashion designing software for beginners to brush up your creativity. And what next, you can make money out of this amazing small business idea!

29. Home-Run Bakery

Birthday cakes, match-maker muffins, ice-breaker cookies and pies for late-night cravings will always be in demand. So, why not start a home-run bakery and serve all sweet-toothed people in your vicinity. As your business grows, you can also integrate with Swiggy and Zomato to take more online orders.

30. Print-On-Demand Business

Quirky posters, cards, T-shirts and wallpapers attract everyone’s attention. You can start selling print-on-demand accessories, such as, coffee mugs, cushions, table lamps, etc. This is one of the best small business ideas to earn a decent income consistently.

31. Start a Non-Profit Organization

Whether you want to do something for street dogs, homeless kids, unemployed adults, marginalized women or lonely senior citizens, it’s the right time to start a non-profit organization or a charity group. This is one of the most satisfying small business ideas, which will help grow both as an entrepreneur and an individual.

32. Interior Designing

People are now spending more time at home and have many ideas to renovate their existing space. You can help in turning their ordinary pad into a snuggly nest as an interior designer. Some might also want to change their traditional kitchen into a modular kitchen or have their own office space at home. If you have ideas, just go for this business!

Conclusion

You can also look for things that are readily available and can be used as per the demand in this time of crisis. Even the smallest of objects can make a big difference in healing the global economy during these hard times. Stay optimistic, don’t lose hope, be aware and have a lot of patience to fight this pandemic. Everyone is combating this deadly virus and the whole world is working together to eradicate COVID19. Treat lockdown as a period of invention, learning and knowledge that shall nurture a bright future for mankind.