How to Come Up With a Business Idea

Shaf

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Every great business started with an idea to make something, and you can come up with one that will both be worth it to your customers and your pockets. Here are three steps you can use to come up with a business idea.

The first thing to consider is your skillset and how good you are at it. This is a huge determining factor for a successful journey. You can easily learn skills along the way too, but you need to be passionate about it to easily do so.

Another way to come up with a business idea is to look for needs that are not addressed completely or underserved in the market. This means the demand is already in place for you to tap into.

Another way is to simply ask people what they want solved. It can be friends or random strangers. With a friendly approach, people would tell you what they want solved the most and you can see if you can provide the solution.
 

Mika

VIP Contributor
Getting a business idea is not very difficult. What actually is difficult is determining whether the idea you have for a business is profitable or not. In order for your idea to become successful, a lot of factors are involved. first and foremost is the commercial value of your idea. The commercial value of the idea means whether the idea can make you money or not. You will get the answer to this question if you do a market analysis and competitor analysis. The market analysis will tell you whether there is a demand for the product or not, and the competitor analysis will tell you whether someone is selling the product or not. In case someone is already selling, you also need to see if there is still room for you to sell those products. You also need to see if you have the resources to start a business. Resources mean the money you have for investment, the skills and knowledge you have to work on the idea, team you have to assist you in your business. Sometimes you also need a bit of luck in order to become successful in your business.
 

King bell

VIP Contributor
1. Identify problems in your life, your community, or the world, and try to come up with a solution.

2. Brainstorm ideas. Come up with a list of business ideas, and then narrow it down to the most promising ones.

3. Research your ideas. Research the market and competition to determine if the idea is viable.

4. Talk to potential customers. Get feedback from potential customers to see if they would be interested in the product or service you are offering.

5. Develop a prototype. Create a prototype of the product or service you are offering and test it out.

6. Develop a business plan. Create a plan for your business and determine the necessary steps for success.

7. Network. Connect with people in your industry, attend trade shows, and join industry associations.

8. Obtain financing. Secure the necessary financing to launch and grow your business.
 

moonchild

VIP Contributor
Coming up with a business idea can be a challenging process, but there are a few steps you can follow to help generate ideas:

1- Identify a problem or need in the market: One way to come up with a business idea is to identify a problem or need in the market that is not being adequately addressed. By solving a problem or filling a need, you can create a product or service that meets the demands of your target market.

2- Brainstorm potential solutions: Once you have identified a problem or need in the market, take some time to brainstorm potential solutions. Don't worry about whether an idea is practical or feasible at this stage – just write down any and all ideas that come to mind.

3- Research the competition: Once you have a list of potential ideas, it's important to research the competition to see what similar products or services are already available.
 

Yusra3

VIP Contributor
The best way to come up with a business idea is to think about what you want to do and how you can make it happen. You'll also need to consider your skills, resources, and the demand for your product or service. Think about these things when brainstorming ways to make money. For example, if you're really into making art but don't know how to paint or draw well enough to sell those paintings on Etsy, maybe you could try selling them at local events or other venues where attendees might be more likely than people who just walk into a gallery.

If none of these ideas sound good, try coming up with ideas based on what you know about yourself and your hobbies things like: "I like going on hikes with my dog" or "I love making my own clothes" might inspire ideas for new products that people would buy from you.
 
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