Start with the smallest test
Your first five steps
- List three jobs you can already do safely
- Choose the most useful one
- Create a simple sample or demonstration
- Ask five suitable potential customers
- Improve from their questions
QuidKids practical business guide
Businesses Teenagers Can Start With No Money
Service businesses can begin with skills, time and equipment already available at home.
Starting money: £0Starter price: £5-£15 per jobAdult supported
What to say
“Hi, I’m testing this idea with help from my parent or carer. I’ll explain exactly what is included and the price before we begin. Would you like to hear how it works? No problem if not.”
Understand the numbers
A simple money example
Technology help, photo sorting, plant watering, boot cleaning and simple garden tidying can all be tested without buying stock.
Revenue - every real cost = actual profit.
Build the full project for free
Choose the idea, calculate the price, find suitable customers and record the real result.
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