This archive report was first published on 24 August 2020.
Empowering Women in Business ¶
Published on August 24, 2020, this article highlights the importance of women in business, with nearly 9 million people employed and generating 1.7 trillion dollars in sales per year.
While any woman can start any type of business she has the knowledge and experience for, here are some of the best business ideas for women:
1. Educational Services ¶
Women with academic skills can use them to help students succeed in their subject of choice, offering tutoring for elementary school students, high-schoolers, college students, or even adults.
Teaching English online is another option, with companies like VIPKID and Qkids offering opportunities for teachers to offer their services.
Starting an online course is also a viable option, allowing experts to teach others about their subject of expertise.
2. Design Businesses ¶
Women have an edge in the design industry, with research showing that they can distinguish shades of color that look identical to men.
Interior design, graphic design, and web design are all options for women who have a passion for art and design.
3. Skincare & Beauty ¶
Despite women making up the bulk of consumers in the beauty industry, only 29% of executives and board members at top beauty brands are women.
Starting a small Etsy shop or farmer’s market stall can be a great way to begin a beauty business, with options for artisan soaps, dry shampoo, body butters/scrubs, and other natural beauty products.
4. Home, Life, & Financial Organization ¶
Women are more organized under pressure and better at multitasking, making them perfect candidates to run businesses where these skills are paramount.
Virtual assistance, professional home organization, and bookkeeping are all options for women who have a knack for organization and numbers.
5. Event Planning ¶
Event planning involves a ton of multitasking and coordinating details, making it a great business idea for women.
Starting a wedding planning business or focusing on other types of events, such as corporate events or children’s parties, can be a lucrative option.
6. App Development ¶
Coding skills are easy to learn for free online and have a wide variety of useful applications.
Building apps related to personal safety, making new female friends, or personalizing skincare based on data can be a great way to add a female-centric twist to app development.
7. Caring for Animals or Children ¶
Starting a home daycare or offering pet-sitting, dog-walking, or grooming services can be an excellent business idea for women who love animals or kids.
8. Food Service/Catering ¶
Starting a food business or catering service can be a great way to turn a passion for food into a career.
