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Tax Preparer
This is a business that is
worth starting on the side before you quit your full-time
job so you have an opportunity to build up a client base.
Once you have started working for yourself, further build
that base by holding informational seminars at your local
library or community college. Offer a discount for your services
to those who attend, and theyıll be more willing to try your
services.
Financial Planner
If you have a knack for investing and a good way with
people, you might consider starting a small financial planning
business. As the promise of Social Security dims, there are
many people who need help to ensure that they are able to
retire comfortably.
Medical or Legal Transcriptionist
If you are a quick and accurate typist, you can begin
a home transcription business with an investment in a tape
player outfitted with transcription foot pedals. Doctors office
staff members are often too busy to transcribe
Translator
As the business economy becomes more and more global,
many companies are looking for qualified, accurate translation
service. If you are fluent in a language other than English,
you can target companies that serve markets in the country
or area of the world where the population speaks the language
you speak. With the e-commerce revolution in full swing, you
could offer your services via a website or through e-mail,
which would mean you would not necessarily have to be near
the businesses you serve.
Computer Consultant
Even though we are living in an age when everyone
seems to have a computer, there are plenty of people who have
no idea how to do anything beyond turning the power switch
on. And some people canıt even find that switch! Computer
consultants can offer repair services, training and set-up,
as well as needs assessments and recommendation services for
businesses looking to overhaul or replace their current computer
systems. If you know how to design and install networks, that
is another service you can provide. Once you have the necessary
training to qualify for these types of jobs, you can strike
out on your own and offer these services to local business
and home computer users.
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