Creative Business Ideas That Use Design, Writing or Video Skills (page 3 of 17)
665 business ideas from 5 startup podcasts meet this rule today. Each one names the show and the episode it came from, so you can hear how it was described before you decide.
The list: ideas 81 to 120 of 665
Newest episodes first.
AI Content Engine
A content generation service that utilizes Fable 5 to create and optimize social media and marketing content based on strategic inputs from clients.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, You are using Claude Fable 5 wrong, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Context Curation System
A software solution that curates and organizes information into a structured format, allowing companies to manage their knowledge effectively while leveraging AI for decision-making.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Become AI Native in less than 60 mins, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Startup Ideas OS
A live board tool designed for managing startup ideas with different columns for stages like inbox, researching, validating, and building. Each idea card can include details such as buyer pain points, proof, next steps, and scoring.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Codex Sites Clearly Explained (and how to use it), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Baby Sleep Mask
A specialized sleep mask designed for babies to help them sleep better and longer. This product is marketed towards new parents who are often desperate for solutions to improve their child's sleep quality.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 742: $60k/mo Selling Baby Sleep Masks, the $72k “Secret” Detailing Business, $500k in Print on Demand Candles, and more, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
AI Video Marketing Packages
A service that creates hyper-realistic AI-generated videos for marketing campaigns, tailored to specific themes or scenarios to capture audience attention.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 742: $60k/mo Selling Baby Sleep Masks, the $72k “Secret” Detailing Business, $500k in Print on Demand Candles, and more, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Content Creation Agency
An agency that specializes in creating engaging content for businesses, focusing on storytelling that resonates with their target audience. This could include blog posts, social media content, and video production.
Source: Koerner Office, He Used AI to Make $180K in 6 Weeks With This One Free Trick - Ep. #305, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Local News Story Pitch Service
A consultancy that helps entrepreneurs craft compelling stories to pitch to local news stations, enhancing their visibility and attracting customers.
Source: Koerner Office, He Used AI to Make $180K in 6 Weeks With This One Free Trick - Ep. #305, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: under $250 · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Niche Media Networks
A media company that focuses on niche programming, similar to the model that MTV used to create a music channel exclusively for a specific audience, offering targeted content that appeals to particular demographics.
Source: My First Million, The insane true story behind MTV, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: over $100K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Content Legacy Creator
A production company that specializes in creating content designed for longevity, focusing on developing shows and characters that can be spun off into merchandise and consumer products.
Source: My First Million, The insane true story behind MTV, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: over $100K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Motivational Feedback System
An AI-driven system that provides personalized feedback to children and employees, helping them understand their strengths and areas for improvement while fostering a growth mindset.
Source: My First Million, The 50 richest families in America are betting on this trend, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Leveraged Dividend Investing
This business involves creating a platform that helps investors leverage their capital to invest in high-dividend stocks, particularly from stable markets like Japan. By borrowing at low interest rates and investing in dividend-paying co...
Source: My First Million, Mohnish Pabrai: How to be a top 1% investor, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Mental Models Masterclass
An online platform offering courses that teach investors and entrepreneurs mental models for decision-making in investing and business.
Source: My First Million, Mohnish Pabrai: How to be a top 1% investor, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Children's Passion Development Program
A program aimed at parents to help them guide their children in discovering their passions through targeted activities and psychological assessments.
Source: My First Million, Mohnish Pabrai: How to be a top 1% investor, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Live Event Selling
Sellers can capitalize on major events like the Super Bowl or golf tournaments by hosting special live shows that feature themed products and exclusive deals. This strategy can draw larger audiences and boost sales significantly.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 740: This Part-Time Pastor Sold $2M On Whatnot Last Year, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Personal Finance Management Tool
A fintech product that simplifies personal finance management by combining banking services with budgeting tools and investment options in one platform.
Source: My First Million, How Gary Vee runs 7 businesses, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: over $100K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Wisdom of the Elders Podcast Series
A dedicated podcast series featuring interviews with individuals aged 70 and above, focusing on their life experiences and insights on happiness, parenting, and personal growth.
Source: My First Million, We hit record on our private strategy session, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Whisper Flow Voice-to-Text Tool
A voice-to-text tool powered by AI that converts spoken language into written text with high accuracy, correcting mistakes and formatting text for ease of use.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 738: How to Build and Train Your 24/7 AI COO, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Crowd-Sourced Content Creation
A platform that facilitates brands to crowdsource content creation from everyday users instead of relying solely on in-house creative teams. Brands can offer products to users who then create content for them, increasing volume and variety.
Source: My First Million, How to manufacture a billionaire childhood, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Beauty in Public Infrastructure
This initiative focuses on integrating beauty and aesthetics into public infrastructure projects, such as data centers and cell towers, to enhance community acceptance and appreciation.
Source: My First Million, I put 80% of my money in the S&P, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $50K to $100K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Local
Government Contract Training Workshops
A series of workshops aimed at educating individuals and small business owners on how to navigate the government contracting process successfully, including proposal writing and compliance requirements.
Source: Koerner Office, How Anyone Can Make $10K+/Month From the Government - Ep. #298, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online and local
Automated Proposal Formatting Tool
A software tool that automates the formatting and submission process for government contract proposals, ensuring compliance with all requirements and improving submission accuracy.
Source: Koerner Office, How Anyone Can Make $10K+/Month From the Government - Ep. #298, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $50K to $100K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Government Contract Consulting
A consulting service that helps small businesses navigate the government contracting process, from proposal writing to winning contracts. This service aims to demystify the complexities of government contracts and improve the chances of...
Source: Koerner Office, How Anyone Can Make $10K+/Month From the Government - Ep. #298, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
AI Chief of Staff
A platform that creates a personalized AI chief of staff to automate routine tasks such as calendar management, email filtering, and project tracking, allowing users to focus on high-priority work.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Hire a team of AI Agents, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Meetup.com Revamp
A revitalized platform for organizing and attending local meetups, focusing on enhancing user experience and connecting individuals with similar interests in entrepreneurship and innovation.
Source: My First Million, How Replit Agent made $1M on day one (then $250M in a year), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
AI-Powered Side Hustle Course
An online course that guides users through the process of launching a side hustle using AI tools. The course provides step-by-step instructions and resources to help individuals turn their ideas into profitable ventures quickly.
Source: My First Million, How Replit Agent made $1M on day one (then $250M in a year), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Local SEO & Marketing Agency
This business focuses on helping local businesses optimize their online presence through effective SEO strategies, particularly for service-based businesses like laundromats. Services would include website optimization, Google My Busines...
Source: The Side Hustle Show, I Bought a Side Hustle and Tripled Revenue in 1 Year (Greatest Hits), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Design MD Workshop
A workshop that teaches individuals how to utilize Google’s Design MD for creating stunning designs across various mediums. Participants will learn the principles of design, including typography, color schemes, and layout systems, enabli...
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, My AI Design Workflow That Doesn't Ship Slop, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
AI-Enhanced Design Tools
A suite of AI-powered design tools that integrate with Design MD to automate aspects of the design process, such as generating layouts and color palettes based on user preferences.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, My AI Design Workflow That Doesn't Ship Slop, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Design System Templates
A platform offering downloadable design system templates based on the Design MD framework. Users can access a library of pre-made design systems that they can customize for their projects.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, My AI Design Workflow That Doesn't Ship Slop, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Niche Design Marketplace
An online marketplace connecting niche designers with clients looking for unique and authentic design solutions, emphasizing the value of 'taste' in design.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, My AI Design Workflow That Doesn't Ship Slop, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Design MD Resource Hub
An online resource hub that curates tutorials, articles, and tools related to Google Design MD. It aims to become a go-to platform for designers seeking to enhance their skills and workflows.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, My AI Design Workflow That Doesn't Ship Slop, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Imitation Graphic Design Service
A quick turnaround graphic design service that creates custom party invitations and event graphics using templates from Canva, streamlining the process for busy parents.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 737: The 6-Figure Slumber Party Business: Don’t Sleep on This!, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Niche Market Research Tool
A tool designed to help aspiring website landlords identify untapped niches and low-competition markets for lead generation, using data analysis and trend monitoring.
Source: Koerner Office, The Most Passive $104K/M Online Business You've Never Heard Of - Ep. #296, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
High-Ticket Drop Shipping Masterclass
An educational platform focused on teaching aspiring entrepreneurs the intricacies of high-ticket drop shipping, including niche selection, customer service, and effective advertising strategies.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 736: Replaced His Salary in 5 Months and Set Up a $700k Exit, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Automated Social Media Content Creator
A tool that uses AI to generate and schedule social media posts based on user preferences and trending topics, aiming to enhance online engagement for businesses.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, How to win with AI Agents in 2026, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Event Cake Delivery Service
This service focuses on delivering themed cakes for corporate events, product launches, or company celebrations, utilizing cakes as a marketing tool to attract attention during significant occasions.
Source: Koerner Office, He Made $120K His Second Month as a Middleman for This?! - Ep. #295, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Local
The Enthusiasm Journal
A guided journaling tool designed to help individuals track their interests, experiences, and 'blisters' over time, fostering greater self-awareness and helping them identify passions that are worth pursuing.
Source: My First Million, How to find your thing, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
AI Video Editing Plugin for Codex
A plugin that integrates advanced AI video editing capabilities directly within the Codex environment, allowing users to create and edit videos effortlessly using AI-driven tools.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Codex clearly explained (and how to use it), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Freemium e-Waste Pickup App
Develop an app that connects consumers and businesses with e-waste pickup services, offering a free service with premium features like fast tracking and special handling.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 735: Meet the Master Reseller Who Gets Literally Tons of Inventory for Free, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Mentalist Marketing Consultation
A consultation service that teaches businesses how to leverage unique positioning and branding strategies inspired by the success of mentalists, focusing on how to stand out in a crowded market.
Source: My First Million, 25% Of My Portfolio Is One Overvalued Stock, Here's Why, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: under $250 · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online