Need an idea for a small business? We’ve got 15 side hustle ideas for young entrepreneurs that you can use to make some extra cash during 2021.
- Virtual assistant
Lots of small businesses don’t have the budget for a full-time admin person, but they all have admin that needs to be taken care of!
- Electronics repair
If you’re nifty with tech hardware, consider turning this into a little business, for example, basic repairs to laptops or appliances.
- Social media management
Contact local businesses and offer to plan and upload their social media posts, and also manage the comment section.
- Tutoring
If you really excel at a certain subject, consider tutoring others who are struggling.
- Garden services
Mow the lawn, water the grass, trim the bushes. Lots of people are willing to pay a fee for garden maintenance, you just have to offer your services!
- Copywriting or editing
This is a great option if you’re good at writing and your grammar and spelling is impeccable.
- Translating
Are you fluent in more than one language? Translating skills are always in demand – especially here in SA where we have 11 official languages!
- Computer training
You’ll be surprised at how many people need to learn basic computer skills such as using the MS Office suite, or navigating email and the internet.
- Babysitting
If you’re good with kids and have experience looking after your younger siblings or cousins, this one’s for you. Parents are always looking for affordable, trustworthy babysitters.
- Bicycle repair
So many South Africans use bicycles as their main mode of transport. Providing a repair service (changing tires, fixing chains) can earn you a tidy income.
- Dog walker
Walk the neighbourhood dogs for a fee – you’ll also get some great exercise as you earn!
- House sitting
Look after people’s homes and pets while they go away for the weekend.
- CV writer
With so many people looking for work right now, a CV writing side hustle could be really lucrative!
- WordPress website expert
Got some skills in WordPress? Help people to set up their blogs, or offer a consultancy to answer frequently asked WordPress questions.
- Music, art or dance teacher
Creative teens can use their skills to teach others dancing, art or how to play a musical instrument.
Even if you’ve got the know-how and experience, you still need entrepreneurial skills to work any side hustle ideas into a successful business for you. Lucky for you, you can learn the basics of entrepreneurship by joining our FREE online academy!
