3 Simple Steps to a Successful Side Business

Have you ever wondered how some people do it? Building successful side business while looking after everything else. These are people with full-time jobs,...

Dreaming of starting your own ice cream business? You're not alone! Americans love ice cream, consuming an average of 22 pounds per person every...

Do you love camping? Ever thought of sharing your love for the great outdoors with other happy campers like you? How about you turn...

So you want to start an interior design business? Maybe you have something dreamed up in your head about having the best design business...

It’s never that easy convincing people to buy things, especially things that they don’t really want! Sometimes when you try to sell these products,...

Two heads are better than one, as the saying goes. When people talk about great successes in history, it’s always remembered that no one...

Do you know what the best thing is about having a moving business? There’s always work! People are always moving. It doesn’t matter the...

There’s something extremely satisfying about having your own cosmetics business. Maybe it’s the instant authority it gives you as a makeup expert. Or how popular...

People think that launching a startup business is easy. They all start out with big dreams and a can’t-fail attitudes. But entrepreneurs are the ones...

Gary Vaynerchuk is blunt, cocky, and extroverted and it may take to you as a surprise when you’re seeing him in person for the...

We’re always on the lookout for great growth strategies to share with our readers.  If you’re like us or if you’re someone who wants...

Advertising has been around for hundreds of years. In fact, the first published ad showed up just on the heels of the first published...

Anyone who has ever attempted to sell something to someone knows how difficult it is. More so when you’re trying to sell to a...

You’ve finally gotten your startup business up and running. You want to keep the momentum up so you get busy, run from one meeting...

People are always looking for faster, cheaper and easier ways to get things done without necessarily having to do it themselves.  Every single day....

Follow Perry Belcher as he shares a fast and easy, foolproof sales system that would allow you to sell anything and earn as much...

There will come a point in time when your business is at a certain stage that begs you a question, is it time for...

The business world is filled with suggestions and business advice – both solicited and unsolicited – from well-wishing friends, colleagues, and even complete strangers....

Despite the many pricing strategies out there put in place to potentially help your business to run more effectively, these often creates common pricing...

It is universally known (unless you’re Monica from Friends) that people hate to clean. It’s a chore. That’s why one of the practical businesses...

Entrepreneurs of Startup Jungle, we’ve put together our master list of startup business FAQs. This compilation of questions has been tallied from our years...

You know the feeling of having a great idea, but not taking action on it. We’ve all been there. It doesn’t matter if you’re...

Sometimes, even the greatest, most established businesses make the biggest business mistakes. Remember the flight ban on a certain cell phone because of a...

There’s a certain magic surrounding the entrepreneurial culture. Starting your own company is a unique experience that can teach you more than any college...

Startups are risky. Every step of the way, entrepreneurs are making decisions that can make or break their businesses. We here at Startup Jungle say...

Before you start up your business, you first have to have a solid foundation of what your business really does and what it’s supposed to...

Once upon a time, the American dream meant having a steady job, getting married, and living in a beautiful house with a white picket...

A question that I’m always asked by new startups is: how should I price my service/product? What are the most effective pricing strategies out...

So, you’re a first-time business owner? Like it or not, you need all the help you could get to guide you through your journey...

The cost of acquiring a customer is expensive. Make the most out of your investment by getting those newly acquired customers to come back!...

In the midst of technological advances and the onset of tech startup businesses, there is still room for manual labor and opportunities to earn from...

Success doesn’t happen overnight. Being fast or first is not enough. Entrepreneurial success depends on good foresight to make the best decisions. Here are...

Even the most well-written business plans fail because of poorly-written executive summaries.  The Executive Summary is the first thing that investors read. The style...

Mmmmm…. Cake. What’s not to love? Disagree? Well, think of any birthday you’ve been to… Has there always been a cake? What about anniversaries?...

here are only a few businesses guaranteed to be in demand every year and an accounting business is one of them. Whether it’s due...

If you’re dreaming of running your own coffee shop, it’s time to wake up, drink some coffee, and take action. Financial freedom awaits those...

The popularity of the dog day care business has risen nowadays, thanks to people’s renewed interest in adopting pets. Starting a doggie daycare business...

Here are 9 startup business ideas to start in 2017. These business opportunities have been in the news in 2016 with a huge following...

The pet grooming business is quite popular today. Society encourages people to accessorize with pets just as they do with jewelry and clothing. Celebrities...

Small businesses have never been bigger. Here is a list of uncommon and creative small businesses that have been soaring in the last few...

How to open a bar (for dummies) should be the title of this post. Written by our key contributor, get an in depth walkthrough on...

The top retail clothing businesses had to start somewhere. The Cinderella story of the Forever 21 business plan, starting as a single Korean immigrant...

People want to look good all year round which makes the personal grooming business a money-making industry. But just like any other venture, opening...

Walk through Perry Belcher’s 5 steps of Growth Hacking by jumping over the hurdles that slow your business down. All of the largest companies...

How to Improve Sales Skills Someone once wrote that nothing happens until someone sells something. Having spent 32 years in one form of sales...

Learn how to start a business in 2017 on a shoestring budget– without spending hours on research Have you ever thought about opening your...

Are you someone that possesses extreme skill and accuracy in shooting and enjoy the sport as a hobby? Are you an ex-marine or army...

Do you love landscaping and design or do you already dabble in it by working under somebody else? Do you know what it takes...

Are you a constructor who likes to add space onto homes to make them appear extremely attractive?  Are you a wise carpenter that can...

Do you have a love, talent, and interest in remodeling or constructing a home from scratch?  If so, then making plans to start a...

Do you enjoy solving problems and digging for facts more than anything? Can you see yourself every day working in a job that involves...

So, you want to be a private investigator? It takes more than having great sleuthing skills and a knowledge of the area that you...

Are you lacking inspiration for your deck business? If you want some ideas for decks that you can show off that are both unique...

Whether you’re selling your house or thinking about buying a new one, you may need to know some of the issues home inspectors find...

Lighting up your outside doesn’t have to be all about chili pepper lights and globular fixtures that come with a builder-grade patio. We’ve come across some...

Whether you want a handgun for protection, for practice or for any other reason, you need to make sure you choose the right one...

Is your ice cream shop lacking something? Maybe you’ve been uninspired lately about the ice cream sundae flavors that you can offer your customers,...

Do you have a passion for camping? Many people who open campground businesses have a genuine love for camping and want others to enjoy...

Do you love to camp? Do you love the smell of campfires and wood smoke drifting through the crisp morning air? Do you love...

The 8 Steps On How A Worm Bin Works Step 1 Drill air holes in the bin for good air circulation. Lay a thick bedding...

Idea 1 Ask your local health department for a list of state licensed commissaries in your area. Idea 2 Check your city’s official website...

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Supply 1: The Bare Minimum   Your minimum startup supply kit, besides manicure chairs and tables should include working products, towels, a sanitizing system,...

The Top 6 Ideas for Smoothie Bar Equipment Needs Idea 1: Blenders Blenders are essential in a smoothie business because they’re the primary method for...

Idea 1 Business and office cleaning, including green certified buildings and government offices. Services could include steam cleaning of carpets and rugs, washing windows,...

  Materials Needed: An oil solvent and degreasing detergent Water A mop and bucket; or an auto-scrubber Spray bottle Wet Floor warning signs The...

 The 6 Steps On How Vermicomposting Works Materials Needed: Worm bin, wooden or plastic container, 8 to 12 inches deep by 1 square foot surface...

America is getting healthier. Yes, really. Diabetes and high cholesterol rates are falling every year. People are even cutting down on cigarettes! In 2009,...

If you’re considering opening a nail salon business as your profit center, you need to see our post about the ultimate guide to starting a...

 Many animals visit the veterinarian on a regular basis, that’s the reason that most vets stay in business. What you may not know, though,...

Do you have a talent and passion for food service? Do you love creating delectable dishes in attractive displays and/or plate presentation? Do you also...

 Amazon is one of the hottest places for people who want to buy and sell literally everything. You can purchase anything that you would...

So, you love selling jewelry and the business that you’re in, but you just don’t know how to increase the buying frequency in your...

 The adult daycare business has been steadily growing since 2010. The business has nearly doubled during that time and is expected to continue to...

 Are you concerned about your security company becoming a target for crooks? Or, maybe you are concerned that you will not be able to...

If you’ve been having trouble getting the customers that you need, it may not be your fault. It might be resting on the shoulders...

 Do your clients love themed weddings? Do you feel like you are using the same theme over and over? If you need some ideas...

 Travel is something that most people do and they often rely on a service to get them to where they are going. Whether that...

 It’s a near-guarantee that everyone has shopped at an online clothing retailer at least once. The world operates online and clothing is no exception....

Business owners are the groups of people who are subjected most to tax issues and being audited by the IRS. There are many different...

If you have a big heart for animals, a passion for rescuing them from neglect, abuse and disaster, and a head for the business...

Home healthcare can truly be a challenge because it is easy to run out of things to do with your elderly companion, but you...

 It can sometimes be a major challenge to keep your students engaged. Students will easily get bored and they can become less interested in...

 Do you have a little one that you have completely run out of ideas to entertain? Tiny humans can be extremely difficult to keep...

We know that it can be difficult to find the clients that your commercial lawn care business needs, but we made a list of...

 The handmade-filled world of Etsy may not seem like a place where there is a lot of competition, but it is a tough market...

Recording studios are a great place to record music no matter what type you love. While you are getting your recording studio set up,...

Are you an interior designer? An aspiring one? Or just one that is lacking some inspiration? Whether you are just getting started or need...

  Who doesn’t love a great deal when it comes to clothing, home accessories and even baby goods? When you know what the hottest...

Below is a list of the top ten locations for a food truck. We’ve compiled this list with the following in mind: 7 Considerations...

If you own a truck, a trucking company or have ever even driven a truck, you know that they take a lot of fuel...

Do you prefer working outdoors? Do you have a working knowledge of agriculture to promote tree health as well as homeowner safety and property beautification?...

If you have a passion for selling, natural business savvy, and a unique product(s) to market, you just may have what it takes to...

Are you are an experienced auto mechanic with the skills and a good reputation for quality and timely auto body work? Do you have the...

Are your lattes lacking something? It may not be the organic soy extra fair trade milk, but it could be something else. Latte designs...

 So, you want to get into the commercial cleaning business. Or, maybe you just want to create a larger customer base for your already-established...

Does your juicing routine have you down? Maybe you’ve worn out all of the options that you have on your regular customers and they’re...

If you love working outside and putting your construction know-how to use to create functional and beautiful property enhancements, you just may have what...

Let’s be very clear about something: an adult day care business is not something you should go into lightly. There are regulations and strict...

Are you are an ex-military or law enforcement officer looking for a new career? Do you have experience in the security industry and a high...

If you are a “numbers nerd” and tracking every dollar and cent and keeping orderly financial records is your first language, then you may...

If you have a recognized expertise in a specific field, a teacher’s heart, and a passion for networking and organization, you just may have...

 So, you’ve come up with the perfect business for your area. You know how to plan events, you have the experience, and you are...

    Is your shot menu getting a little stale? Are you planning a big event that you need some new recipes for? Do you...

 It is exciting to start to see your work come alive. If you do not want to waste your time and money, you need to...

If you’ve recently realized that vermicompost and worms are the business to be in, your next step may be to question where you are...

Medical training or not, if your heart beats to help those in need of ongoing healthcare and ensure their well-being even after they are...

If you have a passion for working outdoors, love meeting interesting people, and serving others by helping them create beauty in their environment, you...

Do you have a talent for the logistics of event planning? Do you have a heart that beats to arrange every perfect detail to make the...

 If you have been feeling like your cake decorating options have gone a little stale, you may want to check out some of these...

Unpaid tutoring happens every day between parents, teachers, friends and students. Do you have the knack for connecting with students who are struggling or...

It is fun and exhilarating to be able to create something on our own from scratch. It is a lot nicer when there are...

 Are you at a loss for the right options to offer your clients at the hair salon? Do you need a change in your...

There are only a couple of things in the world that are universal; with one of them being music. It is something we can...

Do you want to know why I decided to start a trucking business? Do you want to know what the best thing about being...

Do you have vast knowledge in dog training? Do you want to teach your clients how to train their own dogs, but you just...

If you have a passion for logistics and organization, and the ability to network and promote yourself effectively, you may have a future in...

Kids grow up wanting to be astronauts. Or firefighters. Or professional athletes. Not me. I wasn’t exactly what you’d call a “healthy” child. When...

The food truck industry has had tremendous growth over the last few years. With so many great choices and locations, entrepreneurs are finding that...

If you have a knack for creative design and beauty, turning precious metals, wires, gemstones, crystals and beads into beautiful wearable artwork, you may...

Starting an online clothing store business is a great idea!  It doesn’t matter if whether you have a real world boutique, are breaking into...

What would you do if you won the lottery?  If I did, I’d definitely make a beeline to the nearest travel agency and book...

Serving food and drinks in a convivial atmosphere, “where everybody knows your name” sounds like an inviting career choice. There are many advantages to...

   Do you mentally dress up any room you enter? Does coordinating colors, patterns, textures, furniture, textiles, and accessories rev up your creative juices? If...

You can start a worm farm with very little upfront costs. This makes it a great option for an entrepreneur looking for a new...

Are you an experienced hair stylist, hairdresser, or hair salon manager? If so, it may be a good time to consider opening your own...

With 77 billion square feet of commercial floor space in the United States, the profit potential in the commercial cleaning industry is huge. Especially...

You might think pet sitting is a small industry, but it’s really a $60 billion business and growing. Revenues are expected to jump 4%...

Around 65% of children are enrolled in some sort of daycare.  With very little financial investment needed upfront and a huge market to tap,...

Has it always been a dream of yours to start your very own nail salon but you don’t know where or how to start? You...

Do you love food and travel?  Do you like to serve people high-quality food items? Do you have a good idea for the right...

What is business development? The term has come to mean a lot of things over the past few years (especially with the advent of...

In a great post by Mark Suster, an entrepreneur turned VC, he details a 13 step plan to raising funds.  The original post can...

We’ve come far past the point of trial and error in sales and marketing, especially with hundreds of millions of dollars on the line....

One of the most important concepts to any growth hacker is the fact that the definition of the common product has been flipped on...

(Photo: ualucky) Trying to navigate growth hacking without a plan is like going on a treasure hunt without a map—you’re just not going to...

Imagine creating your startup without raising any capital whatsoever, simply having your customer’s cash in hand before you have to produce any type of...

While it might be taboo in some circles to think about raising funds for your startup by working—the argument being that this isn’t actual...

As you begin to launch your MVP and embark on your lean marketing campaign, one key target group that you always want to keep...

Time and time again, we’ve seen startups fail for any number of reasons. And while we could sit here and list all of the...

For startups looking to develop products that have long-term selling power without creating an out-of-control budget or losing focus, lean marketing has proven to...

In this series we will focus on the challenges of launching a startup while working a traditional job and how others have accomplished it....