1. Drone Photographer/Videographer
Many businesses are looking for drone photographers for a wide array of reasons. You have no doubt seen the use of drones at sporting events or music festivals, but there are many businesses that pay top dollar for professional drone pilots. Farmers and industrial-scale agricultural companies utilise drone pilots to analyse their crops and improve yield by using drone footage to see which crops or fields they should water or fertilise more. Utility companies hire drone pilots to survey power lines in hard-to-reach areas so that they do not need to send people to do it. Real estate companies use drones for creating dramatic footage of the properties for their listings or to photograph potential plots. Most of these companies outsource their drone needs so setting up a drone videography business in your area can be lucrative.2. Develop Mobile Gaming Apps
The Mobile Gaming industry is expected to reach £97 billion in revenue by 2026. This means that if you are an app developer, the gaming industry could be your long-term cash cow and open up huge opportunities for you. For aspiring developers, now is the time to start learning the coding languages needed to build an app. There are many free resources you can use to start studying languages like Java, C++, Kotlin, C#, and HTML5 so that you have all the knowledge required. You can develop the game yourself, build a team to work together or outsource certain tasks to developers online.3. 3D Printing
The rapid technological advancement and affordability of 3D printers have made starting a 3D printing business a viable, revenue-generating option for a creative entrepreneur. Entry-level 3D printers cost around £330, while industrial-grade printers can be upwards of £8,300, so you have a wide range of hardware options to start the company. Once you have your printer, you will need to choose your software. Some of the best software options are Kura, ideaMaker, and PrusaSlicer, just to name a few. These programs run on Windows, macOS, and Linux. There are even browser-based options like Kiri:Moto and AstroPrint. Build a website for your company and set up a YouTube channel with videos showing your skills and you will be off and running.4. Coding for the Cloud
There is a high demand and low supply of software engineers that can develop and manage the data storage for the cloud. This is why they are the highest-paid engineers in the industry. All the major tech companies like Google, Microsoft, Facebook, Amazon, etc, are battling to find talented Data Storage Engineers. It’s no easy task, but if you possess the abilities to engineer anything related to the cloud or data storage, you can find a few other engineers, create your start-up and then sell your services. If you need capital to start your business, investors are throwing money at data warehousing start-ups. If you build a strong reputation then major companies will soon be knocking on your door with offers to acquire your company.5. Power Bank Kiosks
How many times have you hopped on a train, bus, or aeroplane and realised you’ve forgotten your phone charger? Well, Power Bank rental kiosks have created a unique, revenue-generating way to alleviate the stress that comes from a dying phone battery and not having a charger. A Power Bank kiosk business is a simple but effective business idea because you will immediately be solving a common problem that many people experience on a daily basis. This means you will have a ready-made customer base. Creating a power bank business works like this: purchase the kiosks, then arrange to set up the kiosks with a local business or government transit authorities, customers will need to download the app that is associated with your brand of kiosks. They will need to enter their payment details. Most apps allow for payment with bank accounts, credit cards, and online payment companies like PayPal. Once their account is set up, they go to the kiosk and scan a QR code. When the code is scanned, a deposit is taken out of their account and the power bank pops out of the kiosk. When the customer returns the power bank to one of your kiosks, they are charged a fee and their deposit is then returned. The location and amount of foot traffic are the keys to making a success of your venture. 2gocharger.com has an excellent breakdown of the financials for this type of business on their website so you can get a better idea of what to expect.6. Mobile Hangover IV Services
Everyone knows that there are few things in the world worse than a hangover. How many times have you woken up after a night of partying at a wedding or holiday party and would give anything to make your hangover disappear? Well, with a Mobile IV business, it is now possible to instantly get rid of that hangover. It’s a business with premium customers that are willing to pay top dollar to make their headaches go away. It works like this: a customer schedules an appointment by phone or on your website, they request the service that best fits their needs, and one of your nurses goes to their address and administers the IV treatment. This will make them feel better and help them to get on with their day. You can offer multiple different IV treatments as well, such as treatments for Jet Lag, Food Poisoning, Dehydration, and even Morning Sickness for women who are pregnant. Most IV services charge between £125 and £350 per session. This business is extremely rewarding. All of your customers will be anxiously anticipating the arrival of your Mobile IV. Make sure you check your local government regulations regarding who can administer the treatment and whether you need any licences or insurance.7. Extreme Travel Guide
Do you live in an amazing metropolitan city and know the hippest dive bars, the best locals-only food joints, and where to hear the best live music? Or maybe you live in a foreign country and know the best local street food. Perhaps you are an outdoorsman/woman that knows how to find secret waterfalls and beaches in the jungle. Many people that visit a new city or foreign country want to immerse themselves in the local culture and surroundings but they are intimidated to stray off the beaten path. This is how your Extreme Travel Guide business makes money. Most major cities and tourist destinations have Facebook groups for expats, travellers, nomads, and new residents. Set up your own social media pages for your guide business, promote your unique tours in these groups and ask your customers to leave reviews when they are satisfied with your service. Referrals and word of mouth will be key to your success.8. Screen Printing Shirts
There are many different methods for decorating shirts, but the demand for screen printing continues to rise year over year. The market for custom printed clothing is expected to grow to £5.9 billion by 2027 and screen printing has become the most desirable method for making custom gear. Screen printing produces a higher quality, more durable product with colours that are more vivid and textured than other methods. It is also a very cost-effective business to start. The equipment needed is significantly cheaper than the other options. It will take time to master, but with enough devotion, trial & error, and YouTube tutorials, your business will be making money in no time. There are 3 stages to printing: Pre-printing, Printing, and Post-printing. For pre-printing, you will need the following: software, any Inkjet or Laser printer, transparency film for your artwork designs, prefabricated wood or aluminium frames, emulsion and an emulsion scoop coater, a drying rack, and an exposure unit.
