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5 Profitable Online Businesses to Consider in the New Year

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18 Dec 2024 • 2 min read

With a brand new year on the horizon, are you thinking of starting an online business but not sure what to do?  

 

Here is a list of opportunities you can explore to ignite your entrepreneurship spirit in 2025 and beyond! With a minimal starting cost, anyone can try these out and earn some income. 

 

1. Dropshipping business

 

One of the best business ventures you can conduct from anywhere is dropshipping. The best part? You can start with a low capital.

 

You can sell any product as you don’t have to keep a large inventory. The top dropshipping categories include electronics, fashion, food and even furniture!

 

2. Handmade products

 

If you’re crafty or love to DIY a product, this is a great avenue to monetise your creativity. Whether it’s jewelry, custom home décor, or artisanal skincare, it’s important to define what makes your handmade goods unique.

 

Once you’ve decided on what to sell, start showcasing your skill and craftsmanship, and generate income from it in the digital marketplace.

 

3. Online bakery

 

Transform your talent and passion for baking into a thriving business. The world of e-commerce provides a fantastic gateway for you to start small and scale quickly, all from the comfort of your own kitchen.

 

By creating an attractive website and leveraging social media to promote your delicious offerings, you can gain a loyal following both near and far.

 

Pro tip: If you need business tools and productivity boosters to supercharge your enterprise, Digital Marketing Solution and Unifi eCommerce Hub are worth investing in!

 

4. Thrift clothes

 

The rising trend of thrift shopping makes it a prime business opportunity especially if you have unwanted clothing items and want to make some extra cash.

 

You can start selling anywhere — from your social media platforms to a virtual car boot sale in your neighbourhood.

 

5. Online recruiter

 

If you’re good at pairing people with opportunities, consider being an online recruiter for companies that don’t have an HR department. 

 

You can start by looking through freelance sites to match a talent and a company that is hiring.

 

 

Whatever entrepreneurial path you choose, always have a plan before you begin and stick to it to garner results. Uncover more insights and inspiration in our Customer Stories.

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