Creative Business Ideas That Use Design, Writing or Video Skills (page 6 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 201 to 240 of 665
Newest episodes first.
Voice Agent for Barbers
A service that creates AI voice agents for barbershops to handle incoming calls, schedule appointments, and answer common questions while barbers are busy cutting hair.
Source: Koerner Office, How To Get Paid $2,500 + Monthly Checks for "Drag & Drop" AI Employees⏐Ep. #268, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online and local
Novelty Foam Hats
A business that designs and sells team-specific novelty foam hats for sports fans, particularly focusing on viral trends and memorable moments in games.
Source: My First Million, 4 dumb ideas that made people rich, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
AI-Powered Task Automation
This business idea revolves around creating a platform that automates repetitive tasks using AI agents, similar to Clawed Co-Work's functionalities. Users can set up tasks that the AI will execute on their behalf, freeing them up to focu...
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Claude Code's Creator Reveals "Claude Cowork"'s Setup, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Community Board Advertising
Set up large community boards in local businesses like restaurants or gyms that feature advertisements from multiple local businesses for a yearly fee.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 719: $1,000 per Postcard: The Every Door Direct Mail Side Hustle, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Local
Divorce Bible
A comprehensive e-book titled 'The Divorce Bible' that provides guidance for individuals navigating their divorce, including strategies to protect their interests and manage the process effectively.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Build a $1M+ Solopreneur Business Using AI, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Marketplace Helper Apps
Develop third-party applications for Facebook Marketplace that assist users with item scanning, price alerts, and market comparisons to enhance their selling experience.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, 6 Scalable Startup Ideas (You Can Start Tomorrow), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Podcasting Impact Measurement Tool
A tool designed to help podcasters measure the impact of their content on their audience, providing insights into listener engagement and influence.
Source: My First Million, Why Balance Is the Enemy of Greatness | David Senra, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Digital Source of Truth
Create a centralized website that serves as the ultimate source of information about your brand, helping AI tools like ChatGPT provide accurate representations of your business.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 717: How to Get ChatGPT to Recommend Your Business, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Advanced Home Appliances
Developing high-tech, user-friendly home appliances, such as a superior washer and dryer that integrates modern technology for improved efficiency and effectiveness. This idea taps into the growing market for smart home gadgets.
Source: My First Million, Work at These Companies, Become a Millionaire in 5 Years., aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: over $100K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Decision Clarity App
An application designed to help users make better decisions by narrowing down their choices to a single decisive reason for each action. It encourages a structured approach to decision-making by weighing pros and cons effectively.
Source: My First Million, The best stuff we’ve read in the last 12 months, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $50K to $100K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Leadership Speech Coaching
A coaching service that helps individuals develop impactful speaking skills and leadership presence by studying historical great speeches and applying those techniques.
Source: My First Million, The best stuff we’ve read in the last 12 months, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online and local
Personal Growth Dashboard
A comprehensive dashboard that allows users to visualize their personal growth across various life categories (health, relationships, finances) and set actionable milestones to improve each area.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 716: Your Best Year Yet: Goal Setting and Action Planning that Gets Results, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Goal Tracking Template
A downloadable goal tracking and planning template that helps individuals set, track, and achieve their personal and business goals systematically.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 716: Your Best Year Yet: Goal Setting and Action Planning that Gets Results, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 5 to 10 hours a week · Online
Handwritten Gratitude Service
A service that specializes in writing and sending personalized handwritten thank-you notes on behalf of clients to foster deeper connections and appreciation.
Source: My First Million, If you want a rich life, watch this before 2026, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Facebook Content Monetization
This involves creating engaging content on Facebook to qualify for their monetization program, which pays creators based on the engagement their posts generate. The content can be a mix of memes, stock market updates, and personal financ...
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 715: The 10 Best Side Hustles of the Year, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: under $250 · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Printable Templates Marketplace
An online business selling digital printables and templates tailored for various niches, such as personal finance, event planning, and content creation, leveraging existing resources and tools.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 715: The 10 Best Side Hustles of the Year, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Mobile App for Fuel Orders
The mobile app developed by Juice Fuel allows customers to easily schedule fuel deliveries, manage vehicle types, and track orders in real-time.
Source: Koerner Office, The Obvious $1M/Yr Subscription Business No One Talks About⏐Ep. #260, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $50K to $100K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
AI-Powered Recruitment Assistant
A recruitment platform that uses AI to streamline the hiring process by matching candidates to jobs based on their skills and the company culture, helping companies find the right fit.
Source: My First Million, 7 Brutal Questions for a $20B Founder, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: over $100K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Conversion Copy Review Skill
A custom AI skill that reviews and critiques copy for mobile apps and websites to optimize conversion rates. It provides actionable suggestions and feedback based on established copywriting principles.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Set Up Claude Skills in 21 Mins (for Non-Technical People), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 5 to 10 hours a week · Online
Entrepreneurial Reminders Service
A subscription-based service that sends daily or weekly reminders to entrepreneurs, encouraging them to reflect on their goals, progress, and the reasons they started their ventures.
Source: Koerner Office, If You Want to Start a Business in 2026, You Need to Hear This⏐Ep. #259, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 5 to 10 hours a week · Online
Observational Investing Course
An educational program that teaches individuals how to analyze market trends and make informed investment decisions based on observational data rather than conventional metrics.
Source: My First Million, How to get rich with stocks (without math, charts or models), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Niche Content Creation Agency
A content creation agency focused on producing highly specialized blog articles and resources that attract niche audiences, monetized through ads and affiliate marketing.
Source: In The Pit with Cody Schneider, Find All the Citations ChatGPT is Using to Answer Your Target Customer's Questions, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Data-Driven Investment Community
An online community or platform that connects retail investors and provides tools for sharing and analyzing consumer behavior insights and stock performance predictions based on social media trends.
Source: My First Million, How to get rich with stocks (without math, charts or models), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Video Marketing Agency for LinkedIn
A LinkedIn-focused video marketing agency that helps personal brands create engaging video content to enhance their online presence. The agency would serve clients by producing videos that showcase their expertise.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 713: I Made $50k Flipping Lawnmowers and Graduated Debt-Free, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Stupid Simple Signatures
A user-friendly e-signature platform designed for small businesses that simplifies the signing process to an extent that even a non-tech-savvy person can use it. The platform focuses on ease of use with minimal features, allowing users t...
Source: Koerner Office, How I Cloned Two Stupid Simple Apps to Make $30M⏐Ep. #256, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Unified Inbox Solutions
A software platform that consolidates various communication channels like emails, chats, and calls into a single inbox, enhancing customer service experience and increasing deal flow.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, Reselling Software: Don’t Start a SaaS — White Label Someone Else’s Instead (Greatest Hits), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $20K to $50K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
AI Prompting Templates
A service that offers pre-designed templates for prompting AI models, tailored for specific industries and use cases, such as marketing, education, and content creation.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Prompt Claude better than 99% of people, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Trust MRR
Trust MRR is a platform that verifies startup revenues, allowing users to showcase their MRR transparently while also providing a marketplace for buying and selling micro-SaaS businesses.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, 10 Unknown SaaS Making $50K+ MRR (Copy Them), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $50K to $100K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Faceless Content Creation
Creating faceless accounts on platforms like YouTube and LinkedIn to produce content that drives engagement and leads for SaaS products. This approach allows creators to build authority without revealing their identity.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, 10 Unknown SaaS Making $50K+ MRR (Copy Them), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Original Music Production for Events
A service that creates original music tailored for events, shows, and performances, enhancing the overall experience for attendees and performers alike.
Source: My First Million, The (Improbable) Story of Savannah Bananas' Rise to a $1B Empire, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online and local
Grant Discovery Platform
A platform designed to help creators and small business owners discover and apply for grants tailored to their specific needs and projects.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 711: 8 Online Businesses You Can Start With (Almost) No Money, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
Amazon Influencer Program
A platform allowing individuals with a social media following to create short product review videos for items sold on Amazon, earning commissions on sales generated from their content.
Source: The Side Hustle Show, 711: 8 Online Businesses You Can Start With (Almost) No Money, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
AI Video Generator for Niche Markets
An AI-powered video generator that allows users to create engaging videos from text or images, tailored to specific niches such as pets, cosplay, or health transformations.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, $50K/month Mobile App Ideas So Good You’ll Quit Your Job, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: over $100K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Mr. Beast Style Roofing
A roofing company that combines traditional roofing services with viral video content to create engaging stories around community support and home repairs.
Source: My First Million, 3 Simple Businesses That Make Millions, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $20K to $50K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online and local
Cold Email Mastery
A comprehensive online course teaching businesses how to effectively utilize cold emailing strategies, including follow-up sequences and personalization techniques.
Source: Koerner Office, Cold Email Isn’t Dead. You’re Just Doing It Wrong⏐Ep. #253, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online
AI-Powered Life Coach
An AI-based platform that acts as a personal life coach, helping users manage their personal and professional lives by providing tailored advice based on their goals, finances, and challenges.
Source: My First Million, Weird ways Ben Horowitz makes Founders more confident, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $20K to $50K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Cycling Air Filters
A small nostril mask or filter that cyclists can wear to protect themselves from inhaling harmful exhaust while riding in traffic. The product would be designed to be comfortable and easy to use.
Source: Koerner Office, The "Form Factor" Hack That Built a $500M Empire⏐Ep. #252, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $20K to $50K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Gluten-Free Restaurant Finder
A service that helps users find gluten-free restaurants based on specific criteria like date, time, and number of people. This would utilize AI to streamline the search process.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Best Products of 2025 (Apps, Video Games, AI), aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $10K to $20K · Full-time (40+ hours) · Online
Infographic Creation Service
This business leverages AI tools like Nano Banana Pro to create high-quality infographics for clients. It targets businesses and individuals looking to enhance their marketing efforts through visually appealing data representations.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Reviewing Claude Opus 4.5, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $250 to $1K · 10 to 20 hours a week · Online
Contrarian Education Insights
A platform that compiles and analyzes insights from successful entrepreneurs like Cody Sanchez and Alex Hormozzi, focusing on their unique approaches to education and marketing.
Source: Startup Ideas Podcast, Reviewing Claude Opus 4.5, aired
Estimated: Start-up cost: $1K to $10K · 20 to 40 hours a week · Online