Professional Services

Start a professional consulting or advisory business leveraging your corporate experience and specialized knowledge. These businesses serve other businesses and professionals needing expert guidance.

Business Ideas in Professional Services

Business Consulting

Advise businesses on strategy, operations, growth, and problem-solving based on your expertise

Startup Cost: $2,000-$10,000 Difficulty: Advanced Time to Profit: 3-6 months
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Bookkeeping & Accounting Services

Manage financial records and accounting for small businesses remotely

Startup Cost: $2,000-$8,000 Difficulty: Intermediate Time to Profit: 3-6 months
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HR Consulting

Provide human resources support, compliance, and employee management services to businesses

Startup Cost: $3,000-$10,000 Difficulty: Intermediate Time to Profit: 4-8 months
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Recruiting & Staffing Agency

Source, screen, and place candidates with companies for contingent or retained fees

Startup Cost: $5,000-$20,000 Difficulty: Intermediate Time to Profit: 4-8 months
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Marketing Consulting

Develop marketing strategies, campaigns, and execution plans for businesses

Startup Cost: $2,000-$8,000 Difficulty: Intermediate Time to Profit: 3-6 months
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Financial Planning & Advising

Provide personal financial planning, investment advice, and wealth management services

Startup Cost: $10,000-$30,000 Difficulty: Advanced Time to Profit: 6-18 months
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Grant Writing Services

Research and write grant proposals for nonprofits and organizations seeking funding

Startup Cost: $1,000-$5,000 Difficulty: Intermediate Time to Profit: 3-6 months
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Business Brokerage

Help business owners sell their companies and buyers find acquisition opportunities

Startup Cost: $8,000-$25,000 Difficulty: Advanced Time to Profit: 6-18 months
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Sustainability Consulting

Advise businesses on environmental impact reduction, sustainability strategies, and green practices

Startup Cost: $3,000-$10,000 Difficulty: Advanced Time to Profit: 4-8 months
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