Are you an introvert or quiet
person and you are seeking a business opportunity or extra source of income
that won’t force you out of your social comfort zone? Then below are 20 small
business ideas for introverts or quiet people.
Wait a minute! Is there anything
like an introextrovert? Someone who is both an introvert and an extrovert at
the same time? Why I am asking this question is that I have not been able to
determine if I am an extrovert or an introvert. Sometimes, I love being around
people, being the center of attention while at other times, I just want to
crawl into some lonely space and be on my own.
I could sit in my home for days
just reading, writing and studying while sometimes, that would seem like a
punishment. Lol. Some of my friends would argue that I am an introvert while
some would say “He’s no introvert or extrovert, she’s just bi-polar” That
cracks me up a lot.
I love introverts though. I think of them as people who are extremely
intelligent and smart, people who love to work from behind the scene but it’s
really impossible to do without them. I like to compare introverts and quiet
people to cinematographers. In a movie, the people you will see are the
actresses and actors but there are some people who, without them, we won’t get
to see that movies. Imagine a movie set without a camera; did I hear you say
disaster?
As an introvert, the best business
for you is something that doesn’t involve a lot of team work or personal
selling; a business that lets you work on your own and if possible from your
own house. You should also go for a business that doesn’t require much
networking. So, which kinds of businesses fall in this category?
Top 20 Small Business Ideas for
Introverts and Quiet People
1. Freelance writing-: The
introvert may be reserved but it doesn’t make him a dull person. An introvert
has great imaginative and creative skills. You could put such skills to use by
becoming a freelance writer.
2. Web designer-: Web designing is
a business that can be conducted 100% online. You could do all your marketing,
designing and promotion without having to be in the public eye.
3. Graphic designing-: Graphic
designers are in hot demand and graphic deigning is another suitable business
for people who love to work from behind the scenes.
4. Blogging-: We understand that
you are not really into talking too much. But you do have a lot of ideas in
your head that you could share with others through blogging.
5. Social media consultant-:
Introverts love social media because it creates a platform for them to express
themselves and discuss with people without physical presence. As an introvert,
you could turn your love for social media into a money making venture by
becoming a social media consultant. Social media consultants help companies
promote and advertise their businesses on social media.
6. Stock broker-: I know that selling
stocks require a lot of networking and advertising but the good thing is that
most of the networking can be done via internet or telephone without having to
make physical contact except when necessary.
7. Cleaning services-: Cleaning
business is also suitable for introverts. Although as a beginner, you would
need to do a little bit of networking and advertising to get clients to
patronize your cleaning business.
8. Accounting and bookkeeping
services-: Accounting and bookkeeping need a whole lot of concentration to
avoid errors and misrepresentations. An introvert would do very well in this
field.
9. Artist-: Introverts also make
very good artists.
10. Online store-: If you love
buying and selling but the idea of having to deal with tons of customers daily
freaks you out, you don’t have to throw your dream of owning a store away. You
could still own an online store and sell stuffs without having to attend to
people physically.
11. Waste management-: There are
lots of opportunities in the waste management industry. Some opportunities
include recycling, garbage collection and industrial waste collection among
several others.
12. Pest control-: Pests and
insects are a major source of concern in people’s homes. No one likes to see
pests or insects living in their homes. Pest control involves working on pests
and we all know that with pests and insects, there won’t be need for a
chit-chat.
13. Music writer-: One of the
strongest points for introverts is analytical and creative thinking. You could
make money from writing songs for musicians.
14. Moving services-: Like they
say, change is the only constant thing in life. And this popular saying is true
because every day, when you look around you, you will see people moving from
one apartment to another or moving from a rented space to their own home.
Whatever the case, people are constantly changing location and these people
require the services of others to help them move their properties.
15. Vending business-: This one is
one of my favorite businesses for introverts because a vending machine business
is a business that runs itself. Just figure out what items you want to be
selling, purchase a very good vending machine and place in a public place. That
way, you can conduct your business in a public place without having to be in
contact with so many people.
16. Stock photography-: Stock
photography is a growing business. People need photos and images to back up
their write-ups or to put on their websites. Stock photography is another
suitable business for quiet people and introverts.
17. Courier services-: You could
also start a business of helping people to pick-up and drop-off parcels.
18. Ticket booking and
reservations-: This is another business that can be conducted easily online.
You would have a wide-base of customers which you won’t have to be in physical
contact with. You could help your clients with airline tickets, hotel
reservations and even tickets to attend shows and events.
19. Meat shop-: You could also
start a meat packaging and delivery shop in your locality or obtain a
franchise.
20. Bakery-: Having a bakery also
lets you work from behind the scenes because you could bake and supply to other
people who would do all the selling and distribution.
