What Kinds Of Businesses Will Our Kids Have
Our kids are literally the future generation of founders.
Don’t get me wrong, I appreciate the job I have and the security it provides…
BUT I think the “9-5” will have an entirely different meaning in 20 years
Here are 5 business ideas you can use now to get your kids thinking like a founder
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Children, I call them Gen F for founders, need to learn entrepreneurial skills.
— MJ Miller (@Persist_Change) March 1, 2025
Don’t believe me? Look at this:
The "Impact of Entrepreneurship Education on Kids’ Future Careers" (https://t.co/5alE2EGyHs, 2023) article, while not a formal study, references broader trends:… pic.twitter.com/paUgHxJa5f
1. Yard services
Mowing, raking, shoveling snow, watering plants, etc)
How to Start:
Offer one-time cleanups or weekly service.
Print some flyers & pass them out in the neighborhood.
Upsell other services like power washing driveways (follow @AaronHarperCEO)
2. Sticker biz
Let their imagination run wild.
How to start:
Set up Etsy account and start making designs
use sites like red bubble or Canva for print on demand
3. Reselling/ Flipping
Resell clothes, collectibles, gadgets, etc.
How to start:
Find things at garage sales, thrift stores, or Costco auctions (@ShannonJean)
List on Facebook Marketplace, eBay, Poshmark, or Depop.
Focus on a niche (like vintage t-shirts, or retro toys).
4. Dog walking / other pet services
Walking, sitting, backyard clean up
How to start:
start local. Ask neighbors, family, and friends.
Make a simple flyer & post in local Facebook groups.
Offer a first-time discount to get your foot in the door
5. Birthday party set ups
Help families set up birthday parties
How to start:
Offer a simple setup package (balloons, decorations, chairs/tables).
Advertise in local Facebook groups
Add in custom goodie bags or decorations for an upsell