Top Industries to Start a Small Business

We asked ChatGPT to identify the top 20 industries for starting a small business:

šŸ”§ Service-Based Businesses

  1. Home Improvement & Handyman Services ā€“ High demand due to aging housing stock and DIY fatigue.

  2. Cleaning Services ā€“ Residential and commercial cleaning remains a recession-resistant industry.

  3. Personal Training & Wellness Coaching ā€“ Driven by post-pandemic health awareness and hybrid work flexibility.

  4. Pet Services ā€“ Pet grooming, walking, and daycare continue to grow with rising pet ownership.

  5. Lawn Care & Landscaping ā€“ Ongoing demand from homeowners and HOAs, scalable with simple tools.

šŸ’» Online & Tech-Based Industries

  1. Digital Marketing & Social Media Management ā€“ Small businesses are outsourcing branding and growth.

  2. eCommerce (Niche Products or Dropshipping) ā€“ Easy-to-launch online storefronts for specialty items.

  3. Online Education & Tutoring ā€“ Strong growth from homeschooling, test prep, and adult learners.

  4. Freelance Writing, Graphic Design, or Video Editing ā€“ Growing gig economy fuels demand for creatives.

  5. Virtual Assistant Services ā€“ Low overhead, growing need for remote administrative help.

šŸ„ Health, Wellness & Personal Services

  1. Mobile Healthcare Services (e.g., IV therapy, mobile phlebotomy) ā€“ Increasing demand for in-home care.

  2. Beauty Services (e.g., lash tech, barbering, mobile spa) ā€“ High-margin, loyal customer base.

  3. Mental Health Coaching & Support Services ā€“ Demand has exploded for affordable, accessible care.

  4. Senior Care Services ā€“ Aging population creates growing demand for non-medical assistance.

šŸ¢ B2B and Niche Consulting

  1. Business Coaching & Consulting ā€“ Entrepreneurs and small firms want affordable, actionable help.

  2. Bookkeeping & Tax Prep Services ā€“ Evergreen need among freelancers and small businesses.

  3. IT Support & Cybersecurity for Small Business ā€“ Remote work has expanded the market drastically.

  4. Property Management ā€“ Ideal for investors and those in real estate-heavy regions.

šŸŒ± Sustainability & Local Production

  1. Urban Farming or Hydroponics ā€“ Growing interest in local and sustainable produce.

  2. Eco-Friendly Products or Refills ā€“ Consumers are increasingly seeking green alternatives.