Business ideas for teens
These are businesses teenagers often start for neighbours and family friends: they need little money, run after school and at weekends, and build trust one customer at a time. A parent or guardian should know what you take on and help with anything involving keys, cars or contracts.
The 5 ideas, most searched first
- Home and car services
Lawn care
Start with: a mower and a way to move itWeekly mowing and tidy-ups on one street at a time.
1,700a month search “lawn care business”
See the idea - Pets
Dog walking
Start with: just a phone and good shoesMidday walks for dogs in your neighbourhood while owners work.
1,300a month search “dog walking business”
See the idea - Kids and learning
Tutoring
Start with: a subject you know wellOne subject you know well, taught online or at the kitchen table.
800a month search “how to start a tutoring business”
See the idea - Pets
Pet sitting
Start with: time and a good local reputationHome visits and overnight stays while owners are away.
350a month search “how to start a pet sitting business”
See the idea - Kids and learning
Babysitting
Start with: first aid training and referencesEvening and weekend childcare for families nearby.
300a month search “how to start a babysitting business”
See the idea
How to choose between them
Start with people who know you. Neighbours and family friends are the easiest first customers.
Check the rules for your age. Some places set work permit or hour limits for teenagers.
Look professional from day one. A simple booking page with your services and times shows you take it seriously.
Questions
- What business can a 13 to 15 year old start?
- Dog walking, pet visits, lawn mowing, babysitting younger neighbours and tutoring younger students are common, with a parent’s agreement.
- Can a teenager have a website for their business?
- Yes. With a parent’s help for anything that needs an adult, a simple site with services and a booking form is enough to start.
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