Business idea · E-commerce
Trend Accessory Business
Trend Accessory Business: Launch a business that sells accessories or add-ons for popular products or services, effectively piggybacking on existing trends. Examples include cleaning service tools or podcast editing services. It was pitched on The Side Hustle Show in the episode "671: 12 Big Ideas From 12 Years of The Side Hustle Show" (aired May 15, 2025).
At a glance
| Podcast | The Side Hustle Show |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Nick Loper |
| Episode | 671: 12 Big Ideas From 12 Years of The Side Hustle Show |
| Aired | May 15, 2025 |
| Category | E-commerce |
| Real companies on the episode | Jennifer Maker, 1800 Got Junk, OutSchool, Podcast FastTrack, Georgia Austin's Freelance Writing |
The problem it solves
New entrepreneurs often face challenges when starting from scratch; providing complementary products or services allows them to leverage existing market demand.
How it makes money
One-time purchase for products or a service fee for professional services like cleaning or podcast editing.
Skills you need
Market research, product development, sales, and customer service.
The market, and why this works now
The rise of remote work has increased demand for home office accessories, making a trend accessory business viable. A solid first-revenue move is to sell ergonomic desk tools through platforms like Etsy, which cater to niche markets of remote workers. One risk to consider is the capital required for inventory; upfront costs can be significant, especially if sourcing products from manufacturers.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Jennifer Maker
A creator who offers crafting patterns and tutorials, particularly in the DIY space.
- 1800 Got Junk
A junk removal service that helps customers declutter their spaces by picking up unwanted items and disposing of them responsibly.
- OutSchool
An online education platform that connects teachers with students for various classes, particularly focusing on homeschooling.
- Podcast FastTrack
A service that helps podcasters with editing and producing their podcasts.
- Georgia Austin's Freelance Writing
A freelance writing service that specializes in creating content for websites.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: The Side Hustle Show, hosted by Nick Loper
Episode: 671: 12 Big Ideas From 12 Years of The Side Hustle Show
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.