A typical investor in the taxi business in Uganda is going to encounter two key issues even before they start making their first shilling. In this section, you need to show a clear understanding of your ideal client, the market for your product, service or solution (also have your market clearly segmented ) and an understanding of the competitive landscape, including who your competitors are and where you are in the market in comparison to them.
But before you can graduate from side business idea and start earning a full-time living as a graphic designer, you’ll need to build your skills—I recommend starting with reading the foundational book Graphic Design School and Steal Like an Artist , the incredible book by Austin Kleon about how to become more creative.
This removal of stressors allows the workers and researchers in the startup to focus less on the work environment around them, and more on achieving the task at hand, giving them the potential to achieve something great for both themselves and their company.
If you’ve developed valuable skill sets or certifications within your industry over the years, consider putting your skills to use in your free time by offering your consulting services to local business owners as a potentially lucrative side business idea.
Although loans offer a flexible way for businesses to raise capital , in most start-up situations they are not an ideal form of funding as you’re immediately taking on a risk where if you cannot pay back the loan you could lose your business and any personal wealth you have (depending on the liability).