Cleaning businesses.
Remember what I said about necessity. Good times or bad, things get dirty and need to be cleaned providing a good business opportunity for those willing and able to do the cleaning. Residential cleaning services may drop a bit depending on employment rates but the demand for commercial cleaning will continue to be steady as institutions and businesses just need to get it done.Discount/surplus stores.
Throughout 2011 consumers will be looking for bargains, making discount and surplus stores a natural business opportunity. Obviously I'm not the only one who thinks so as discount stores are springing up all over. The best way to get in on this business opportunity is by buying into a franchise. Buck or Two and the Great Canadian Dollar Store are just two discount store franchises you may want to investigate.
Senior care.
On the list last year, this makes the list of best business opportunities again this year because of ever-growing demand. Business opportunities in senior care range from opening your own senior care home through providing in-home care or home services such as preparing meals, housekeeping or running errands. Senior care franchises are another option for getting in on this business opportunity.
Chocolate .
The lure of chocolate is irresistible at the best of times and in uncertain times, people will eat even more of it. And that's a lot of chocolate. In 2005, Canadians consumed 3.90 kgs per person, while Americans polished off even more – 5.58 kgs per person. While the market is dominated by the big manufacturers such as Hershey and Mars, there is still room for small businesses to specialize in producing premium gourmet chocolates. Of course, you'll need to find an experienced chocolatier to turn this business opportunity into a viable business - or become one yourself.
Fast food franchises.
Fast food is such a integral part of many people's diets that they will continue purchasing it no matter what. Others who usually don't buy it will turn to fast food as a kind of comfort food in uncertain times. Old established fast food chains especially will profit from this kind of food nostalgia. Pick the right fast food franchise in the right place and this business opportunity could be a real money-maker
Collection agencies.
When times get tough, more people have a tough time paying what they owe. Businesses hire collection agencies to help them get the money that's owed them. If you don't have any experience in collection yourself, the best way to get in on this best business opportunity is to hire experienced collectors to work in your agency.
Motivational speakers.
What do people need more than anything else in tough times? Hope. That's what the best motivational speakers provide and that's why they’re going to be in demand in 2011. The most popular speaking topics will be those that speak to people's concerns and offer them possible solutions such as getting more out of less. People who have personally overcome adversity will also be popular speakers.
Catering Services.
Think dinner for eight. Not just delivered, but served. Catering services aren't just for big parties any more. Career couples are having almost every social occasion catered, and busy families who are tired of living on take-out are spending more on having food brought in. If you have a knack for planning and preparing nourishing, appealing food and can deliver it hot, this is the home business opportunity for you.
Cleaning Services.
Along the same lines, there's currently a heavy demand for cleaning services, and the demand for domestic cleaning services will only increase. If you're good at organizing and comfortable with the thought of running a crew, this home business opportunity has the potential of turning into something big.
Life/Business Coaching Services.
Coaching has been hot for a while now, but I think this new industry will continue to grow. Remember when everyone had or wanted a personal fitness trainer? Now everyone has or wants a personal coach. If you have the skills and training necessary, this is a great home-based business opportunity because it can be done remotely as well as in person.
Accounting and bookkeeping services.
A large number of small scale and mid-scale businesses will be initiating their operations next year. Every business needs accountancy help as business is all about numbers. Provide exclusive accountancy and bookkeeping services to these businesses and help your own business grow.
Car Maintenance.
This is the time to taste your mechanical and technical smartness. If you have the technical know how and the necessary tools required for the job, you can start a basic car maintenance business in 2011. Though this is not a small-scale business, it will never go out of demand and has a potential to generate and fetch standard-to-greater profits to you.
