Business ideas for young founders

In short: Good starter ideas are services and digital products with little start-up capital: web design, tutoring, social media management, reselling, crafts, photo and video.

In more detail: A good idea solves a concrete problem for a clear target group. You start small, test with friends and local customers and grow with experience. For minors, low-risk activities that need no permit are especially suitable.

In detail

• Services: web design, programming, tutoring (mind trade or liberal profession), photography, gardening, shopping service.
• Products: stickers, merch, 3D printing, jewellery, second-hand trade.
• Digital products: templates, apps, presets, courses.
• Avoid at first: activities requiring permits, food, crafts requiring a master’s certificate.
• Test: check demand first, then invest.

See also: Trades requiring a permit, Business plan for small founders