Need more ideas?
As I continue my search for possible good ideas for businesses in Grand Bahama, albeit small businesses that can grow I came across more from Entrepreneur Magazine.
I am only giving those that can apply to us here.
So how about being doing a Collectibles Searcher ... Collectibles searchers, who carefully canvas swap meets, thrift stores and garage sales, can collect a bundle locating objets d'art for clients. Once you've found your niche--be it antique lunch boxes, dolls or grandfather clocks--advertise your services in hobbyist publications, at collectibles stores, in specialty forums on the internet, or on eBay. Soon you'll be taking up a collection of your own. Now you would be interested in checking out pages such as Things to Sell and Looking to Buy on Facebook for some of these items.
Diaper Delivery ..Some people are on the help the environment trip and would like to have cloth diapers that offer velcro and snaps instead of using the pins. This is a slow market but with sufficient marketing ti can catch on more here.
Dry-Cleaning Pickup & Delivery ... Are you clothes-minded? Then try on the dry-cleaning pickup-and-delivery business for size. Provide pickup and drop-off at a place that's convenient for busy professionals, then follow suit by arranging with a local dry cleaner to do the actual cleaning.
Mobile Locksmiths ... There is always a need for a good locksmith. You hold the keys to success as a mobile locksmith. For best results, be ready for 24-hour action with a cell phone and van. With some training and basic equipment, you'll have this business mastered--lock, stock and barrel.
Self-Defense Instructor. There are about two marshal arts schools on the island but more and more persons (esp women) are looking for ways to protect themselves and getting instruction in self defense. You can never feel too safe or secure. People of all ages and backgrounds can benefit from the self-defense skills you can teach them. Get your business jump-started by training others in the disciplines you've learned--Aikido, Karate, or simply basic safety-awareness skills.
Adventure Tours. There has been a complaint that there is not sufficient for the day trippers to the island to do. Got a taste for adventure? Whether it's simply going to the beaches or showing off some our of unique features, you're sure to find a fanatic following . . . so long as you do all the footwork first. Put your service on the road to success by coordinating transportation, food and lodging. Your clients only need to worry about one thing: having fun.
Pet Sitting
Believe it or not there are persons on the island who would like to have someone personally sit their pets as they would their kids. When it comes to creature comforts, most canines would choose their own backyard over a kennel any day. Thanks to pet sitters--who take care of pets while their owners are out of town or busy--Fido can have his kibble at home. This business isn't just for the dogs, however; gear your services toward all creatures great and small for maximum profits.
Mobile Massage. Let people know you are out there and can provide services in their own homes. Success is close at hand for mobile massage providers. Advertise your stress-relieving services at local workout clubs, spas and physical therapists' offices. Then bring your trained hands--and a portable massage table--to clients' homes or places of work.
Mobile Mechanic. I have seen one of these so far but persons who need someone to fix their vehicles may not be mobile at the time to take the car to a shop. This is where you come in. As a mobile mechanic, a good knowledge of automobile repair techniques and a list of referrals help you rev up sales. Put your business in the fast lane by bringing your service directly to clients' homes or places of business.
Seamstress/Tailor. Everyone needs clothes that fit them perfectly. As a seamstress or tailor, sew your way to success altering clothing and/or creating new apparel from scratch. Spread the word about your service at local boutiques and dry cleaners, plug in your sewing machine, and start stitching.
Court-Paper Serving. There are a small number of persons in this business and you would have to check into various law firms to see if you can assist. You can't beat the legal system . . . as a great resource for business, that is. Private attorneys, who lack the time to do much footwork themselves, often turn to registered court-paper processors to serve their summonses. Come judgment day, you'll be courting success.
Cover Letter/Resume Service. Secretarial services at home. Not everyone knows how to look good on paper. With your editing and basic layout skills, a laser printer, and some high-quality stationery, you're set to start showing clients how to put their best foot forward in their resumes and cover letters--and how to get in the door of potential employers' businesses for an interview.
Mystery Shopping. Not done much here but very necessary. So now, you can shop till you drop . . . and get paid for it! Just put on your shopping shoes and put service personnel to the test as a "mystery" shopper. Rate local retail stores' employees on attitude, friendliness, and overall quality of service, then report back to your store-owner clients, helping them to ensure their service really is number one.
Wedding-Guide Publishing. A great idea for writers and publishers. For photographers, bakers, caterers and florists, wedding bells mean big business. Help them get a piece of the action by publishing a wedding guide with space for local advertisers. Include some basic wedding-planning articles, and you'll find June brides aren't the only ones to benefit from your premarital publication.
Mobile Car-Wash and Detailing. So you are not a mechanic. There are many business people who are stationary and need help with car washing and or detailing. Take your business on the road, and clean up on profits as a mobile car-wash and detailing pro. Let a little soap and water do wonders . . . along with a few rags, brushes, and elbow grease; then drive home sales by marketing your services to car dealers, rental fleet owners, and corporations.
Power Washing. Here is something people are looking for and don't know where to find them. Again a little advertising will get your business out there. Oily driveways, mud-caked semi trucks, or barnacle-ridden boats . . . You name it, and entrepreneurs equipped with specialized power-washing equipment can probably clean it. For spotless results, target commercial as well as residential customers.
Windshield Repair. So we don't have a "Safelight" here, how about starting something here to help with windshield repair and make it mobile. To find potential clients for your windshield-repair business, simply canvas local parking and used-car lots for cars with cracked, chipped windshields. A basic repair kit enables you to offer clients what is clearly a better alternative to costly glass replacement.
Private Investigation. So Bahamian women are very good at this for their own lives. How about taking this business a step further. Blaze your own entrepreneurial trail while following others' footsteps-literally. As a private investigator, make your mark in the industry by keeping a keen "eye" on other people's activities. Clients include attorneys gathering evidence for a case, or individuals seeking information about a significant other.
Business-Plan Consulting. This is a service we offer but others offering such can easily get into it for their friends, family and then referrals. Not only is a business plan crucial in obtaining bank financing, but it's an invaluable tool for anticipating--and tackling--a business's inevitable ups and downs. With your writing skills, spreadsheet know-how, and general business savvy, show clients how to present their best-laid plans . . . while accomplishing your own.
Packing and Unpacking Service. Need help to move? We all do at one time or several. Packing up to move to a new home or office--not to mention unpacking on the other end--is enough to leave one feeling upended. Thank goodness for packing and unpacking entrepreneurs who, with their hassle- and time-saving services, make moving seem like magic.
Business-Travel Management. You offer such services as that of a travel agent but you take it a bit further by managing how their travel will go to make it a great experience. Make the skies even friendlier for business travelers--and less costly for business owners--as a business--travel manager. Help book low-price tickets, keep expense records, manage frequent-flier miles . . . and reap the high-flying rewards.
Specialized Staffing. Some businesses in Grand Bahama need staffing and can use the assisting of a first level interview by a separate agency to make sure that their human resources manager can check only those persons who are more qualified and not the random list of persons who apply for any and all jobs. Helping clients meet their workforce needs is a matter of finding a niche and filling it--and keeping up with human resources trends. Work your way up in the industry by developing a roster of specially skilled workers, then use your "people skills" to build your business.
Computer Repair. Working on computers and with power surges and unprotected systems need someone to call on right away when necessary. In today's computer-based society, computer "downtime" can be both costly and aggravating. As a repair professional--equipped with some basic diagnostic equipment and technological savvy--you can get clients' computers back up and humming again.
Video Brochure. This is a great way to show off your business. Make record profits taping corporate video brochures. Just get your video recorder handy, and zoom in on the action. Video-editing skills and special-effects techniques help you pull together the big picture--and reel in the profits.
Executive Search. Sometimes its not enough to look for just line staff. A niche of this is an executive search. Take your business to a "hire" level: As an executive-search specialist, help busy clients find the right man--or woman--for the job. Your job involves placing ads and conducting interviews to screen potential employees for clients. Put on your best interviewing suit, and get down to business.
Freight Brokerage. This is a growing business in Grand Bahama and the needs much be there as more persons get into it. One sack of flour for a dozen eggs . . . Gone are the days of such no-frills, local trade. In their place: a sophisticated global commerce system requiring a thorough knowledge of land, sea, air and rail shipping rates and regulations. Knowledgeable freight brokers are indispensable to this burgeoning scene.
Long-Distance Reselling. So you want a business with specialty items. Here you can order them, using one of the brokerages and get your stuff in bulk from wholesalers, long-distance resellers ring up sales by servicing long-distance consumers--often at significant savings. You make the call: Either purchase the telecommunications equipment you'll need now, or rent it and simply focus on the marketing of your service.
Limousine Service. There are a lot of taxis here but for our stars coming to the island and even for local special moments, it would be good to have a limo service. With a limo and some insurance, you could be the driving force behind a new business venture. Stretch your market by adding more drivers and cars to your fleet. Then, once you've established a reliable reputation, start driving home your limousine-service sales.
Language Translation. In the global world and with so many different nationalities here, it would be great to know of a person to call on to assist in translations. Falling foreign-trade barriers and improved communication technology translate into success for language translators and interpreters. An ear for multiple languages puts you at the forefront of this global movement.
Office-Relocation Service. This is a very niche area as many business that are here but still dont know where to find items they may need locally. Helping businesses get plugged in to a new neighborhood comes easy for office-relocation-service entrepreneurs who, as "locals," know who's who in providing such services as printing, restaurant delivery and equipment repair.
Believe it not this is not all the ideas that can be used. More to come. In the meantime we look forward to hearing from you on what you have read and what you feel can work here.
I am only giving those that can apply to us here.
So how about being doing a Collectibles Searcher ... Collectibles searchers, who carefully canvas swap meets, thrift stores and garage sales, can collect a bundle locating objets d'art for clients. Once you've found your niche--be it antique lunch boxes, dolls or grandfather clocks--advertise your services in hobbyist publications, at collectibles stores, in specialty forums on the internet, or on eBay. Soon you'll be taking up a collection of your own. Now you would be interested in checking out pages such as Things to Sell and Looking to Buy on Facebook for some of these items.
Diaper Delivery ..Some people are on the help the environment trip and would like to have cloth diapers that offer velcro and snaps instead of using the pins. This is a slow market but with sufficient marketing ti can catch on more here.
Dry-Cleaning Pickup & Delivery ... Are you clothes-minded? Then try on the dry-cleaning pickup-and-delivery business for size. Provide pickup and drop-off at a place that's convenient for busy professionals, then follow suit by arranging with a local dry cleaner to do the actual cleaning.
Mobile Locksmiths ... There is always a need for a good locksmith. You hold the keys to success as a mobile locksmith. For best results, be ready for 24-hour action with a cell phone and van. With some training and basic equipment, you'll have this business mastered--lock, stock and barrel.
Self-Defense Instructor. There are about two marshal arts schools on the island but more and more persons (esp women) are looking for ways to protect themselves and getting instruction in self defense. You can never feel too safe or secure. People of all ages and backgrounds can benefit from the self-defense skills you can teach them. Get your business jump-started by training others in the disciplines you've learned--Aikido, Karate, or simply basic safety-awareness skills.
Adventure Tours. There has been a complaint that there is not sufficient for the day trippers to the island to do. Got a taste for adventure? Whether it's simply going to the beaches or showing off some our of unique features, you're sure to find a fanatic following . . . so long as you do all the footwork first. Put your service on the road to success by coordinating transportation, food and lodging. Your clients only need to worry about one thing: having fun.
Pet Sitting
Believe it or not there are persons on the island who would like to have someone personally sit their pets as they would their kids. When it comes to creature comforts, most canines would choose their own backyard over a kennel any day. Thanks to pet sitters--who take care of pets while their owners are out of town or busy--Fido can have his kibble at home. This business isn't just for the dogs, however; gear your services toward all creatures great and small for maximum profits.
Mobile Massage. Let people know you are out there and can provide services in their own homes. Success is close at hand for mobile massage providers. Advertise your stress-relieving services at local workout clubs, spas and physical therapists' offices. Then bring your trained hands--and a portable massage table--to clients' homes or places of work.
Mobile Mechanic. I have seen one of these so far but persons who need someone to fix their vehicles may not be mobile at the time to take the car to a shop. This is where you come in. As a mobile mechanic, a good knowledge of automobile repair techniques and a list of referrals help you rev up sales. Put your business in the fast lane by bringing your service directly to clients' homes or places of business.
Seamstress/Tailor. Everyone needs clothes that fit them perfectly. As a seamstress or tailor, sew your way to success altering clothing and/or creating new apparel from scratch. Spread the word about your service at local boutiques and dry cleaners, plug in your sewing machine, and start stitching.
Court-Paper Serving. There are a small number of persons in this business and you would have to check into various law firms to see if you can assist. You can't beat the legal system . . . as a great resource for business, that is. Private attorneys, who lack the time to do much footwork themselves, often turn to registered court-paper processors to serve their summonses. Come judgment day, you'll be courting success.
Cover Letter/Resume Service. Secretarial services at home. Not everyone knows how to look good on paper. With your editing and basic layout skills, a laser printer, and some high-quality stationery, you're set to start showing clients how to put their best foot forward in their resumes and cover letters--and how to get in the door of potential employers' businesses for an interview.
Mystery Shopping. Not done much here but very necessary. So now, you can shop till you drop . . . and get paid for it! Just put on your shopping shoes and put service personnel to the test as a "mystery" shopper. Rate local retail stores' employees on attitude, friendliness, and overall quality of service, then report back to your store-owner clients, helping them to ensure their service really is number one.
Wedding-Guide Publishing. A great idea for writers and publishers. For photographers, bakers, caterers and florists, wedding bells mean big business. Help them get a piece of the action by publishing a wedding guide with space for local advertisers. Include some basic wedding-planning articles, and you'll find June brides aren't the only ones to benefit from your premarital publication.
Mobile Car-Wash and Detailing. So you are not a mechanic. There are many business people who are stationary and need help with car washing and or detailing. Take your business on the road, and clean up on profits as a mobile car-wash and detailing pro. Let a little soap and water do wonders . . . along with a few rags, brushes, and elbow grease; then drive home sales by marketing your services to car dealers, rental fleet owners, and corporations.
Power Washing. Here is something people are looking for and don't know where to find them. Again a little advertising will get your business out there. Oily driveways, mud-caked semi trucks, or barnacle-ridden boats . . . You name it, and entrepreneurs equipped with specialized power-washing equipment can probably clean it. For spotless results, target commercial as well as residential customers.
Windshield Repair. So we don't have a "Safelight" here, how about starting something here to help with windshield repair and make it mobile. To find potential clients for your windshield-repair business, simply canvas local parking and used-car lots for cars with cracked, chipped windshields. A basic repair kit enables you to offer clients what is clearly a better alternative to costly glass replacement.
Private Investigation. So Bahamian women are very good at this for their own lives. How about taking this business a step further. Blaze your own entrepreneurial trail while following others' footsteps-literally. As a private investigator, make your mark in the industry by keeping a keen "eye" on other people's activities. Clients include attorneys gathering evidence for a case, or individuals seeking information about a significant other.
Business-Plan Consulting. This is a service we offer but others offering such can easily get into it for their friends, family and then referrals. Not only is a business plan crucial in obtaining bank financing, but it's an invaluable tool for anticipating--and tackling--a business's inevitable ups and downs. With your writing skills, spreadsheet know-how, and general business savvy, show clients how to present their best-laid plans . . . while accomplishing your own.
Packing and Unpacking Service. Need help to move? We all do at one time or several. Packing up to move to a new home or office--not to mention unpacking on the other end--is enough to leave one feeling upended. Thank goodness for packing and unpacking entrepreneurs who, with their hassle- and time-saving services, make moving seem like magic.
Business-Travel Management. You offer such services as that of a travel agent but you take it a bit further by managing how their travel will go to make it a great experience. Make the skies even friendlier for business travelers--and less costly for business owners--as a business--travel manager. Help book low-price tickets, keep expense records, manage frequent-flier miles . . . and reap the high-flying rewards.
Specialized Staffing. Some businesses in Grand Bahama need staffing and can use the assisting of a first level interview by a separate agency to make sure that their human resources manager can check only those persons who are more qualified and not the random list of persons who apply for any and all jobs. Helping clients meet their workforce needs is a matter of finding a niche and filling it--and keeping up with human resources trends. Work your way up in the industry by developing a roster of specially skilled workers, then use your "people skills" to build your business.
Computer Repair. Working on computers and with power surges and unprotected systems need someone to call on right away when necessary. In today's computer-based society, computer "downtime" can be both costly and aggravating. As a repair professional--equipped with some basic diagnostic equipment and technological savvy--you can get clients' computers back up and humming again.
Video Brochure. This is a great way to show off your business. Make record profits taping corporate video brochures. Just get your video recorder handy, and zoom in on the action. Video-editing skills and special-effects techniques help you pull together the big picture--and reel in the profits.
Executive Search. Sometimes its not enough to look for just line staff. A niche of this is an executive search. Take your business to a "hire" level: As an executive-search specialist, help busy clients find the right man--or woman--for the job. Your job involves placing ads and conducting interviews to screen potential employees for clients. Put on your best interviewing suit, and get down to business.
Freight Brokerage. This is a growing business in Grand Bahama and the needs much be there as more persons get into it. One sack of flour for a dozen eggs . . . Gone are the days of such no-frills, local trade. In their place: a sophisticated global commerce system requiring a thorough knowledge of land, sea, air and rail shipping rates and regulations. Knowledgeable freight brokers are indispensable to this burgeoning scene.
Long-Distance Reselling. So you want a business with specialty items. Here you can order them, using one of the brokerages and get your stuff in bulk from wholesalers, long-distance resellers ring up sales by servicing long-distance consumers--often at significant savings. You make the call: Either purchase the telecommunications equipment you'll need now, or rent it and simply focus on the marketing of your service.
Limousine Service. There are a lot of taxis here but for our stars coming to the island and even for local special moments, it would be good to have a limo service. With a limo and some insurance, you could be the driving force behind a new business venture. Stretch your market by adding more drivers and cars to your fleet. Then, once you've established a reliable reputation, start driving home your limousine-service sales.
Language Translation. In the global world and with so many different nationalities here, it would be great to know of a person to call on to assist in translations. Falling foreign-trade barriers and improved communication technology translate into success for language translators and interpreters. An ear for multiple languages puts you at the forefront of this global movement.
Office-Relocation Service. This is a very niche area as many business that are here but still dont know where to find items they may need locally. Helping businesses get plugged in to a new neighborhood comes easy for office-relocation-service entrepreneurs who, as "locals," know who's who in providing such services as printing, restaurant delivery and equipment repair.
Believe it not this is not all the ideas that can be used. More to come. In the meantime we look forward to hearing from you on what you have read and what you feel can work here.
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