What are the best small businesses to start now? 2020 was a different year due to the pandemic, right now is still a fantastic time to start a new business. The key, however, is knowing what kind of business to start. Those who are thinking about launching their own small business may want to look into some of the ideas below.

Business Assistance

Small businesses that are thriving will need help. Those who are good at working with finances may offer accountant services. Others may want to offer consulting services, virtual assistance services and other services that business owners may be looking for. A lot of these jobs can be done virtually, so they’re perfect for those who want or need to work from home.

Gardening

With more people working from home or taking an extended break from work due to the pandemic, gardening is seeing a renewed interest. Anything to do with gardening would be a great idea right now, from offering gardening services or classes to selling plants, seeds or gardening tools. A nursery could be a good idea for small business owners right now, and classes to help new gardeners can bring in a lot of new business fast.

Cleaning and Organization

With many more people than normal home for the last year, it’s easy to see why cleaning and organizing assistance is in demand right now. A lot of people decided to tackle home renovations, declutter and finally get organized, but it’s not as easy as it seems to get it all done. Those who love cleaning or organizing may start a small business to provide these services to others.

Educational

Parents are more aware than ever before how much is needed to educate their children, and a lot don’t have time to do it on their own, especially if the child is doing virtual school or staying home while the parent works. Tutors are always in demand, and now, there is a bigger need for homeschool assistance and products, as well. Consider creating educational tools or printouts for parents and teachers to use, creating books to use, and tutoring or otherwise assisting working parents with homeschooled kids.

Though the last year has had an impact on businesses, and it’s all too common to hear about small businesses closing. However, the changes over the last year can have a positive impact, depending on the industry, and now is still a great time for small businesses to thrive. Try out some of the ideas here to create a small business that’s going to do well in any economy.