Top 5 Online Businesses Suitable for Beginners (2024)

Jan 4, 2024 | Online Business Ideas | 43 comments

Top 5 Online Businesses Suitable for Beginners (2024)




In the digital age, starting an online business has become more accessible than ever before. With the right ideas and strategies, anyone can start a successful online business, even beginners. Whether you’re looking to make some extra income or turn your online business into a full-time career, there are various online business ideas that are perfect for beginners in 2024.

1. E-commerce Store
E-commerce has continued to grow in popularity, especially with the rise of online shopping. Starting an e-commerce store is a great way for beginners to get started in the online business world. You can sell physical products, digital products, or even dropship products from suppliers. Platforms like Shopify, Etsy, and Amazon make it easy to set up and manage your e-commerce store.

2. Freelancing
If you have a skill or talent, such as writing, graphic design, or web development, freelancing is a great online business to start as a beginner. You can offer your services on freelance platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, and Freelancer, and build a client base over time. It’s a flexible way to start a business and offers the opportunity to work with a wide range of clients.

3. Affiliate Marketing
Affiliate marketing is a popular online business model where you earn a commission for promoting other people’s products or services. As a beginner, you can start by creating a blog or social media presence and promoting products related to your niche. Platforms like Amazon Associates and ClickBank make it easy for beginners to get started with affiliate marketing.

4. Online Coaching or Consulting
If you have expertise in a particular area, you can start an online coaching or consulting business. Whether it’s fitness, business, career development, or personal finance, there are people looking for guidance and expertise. You can offer one-on-one coaching sessions, online courses, or group workshops to share your knowledge and help others achieve their goals.

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5. Content Creation
With the rise of online video platforms like YouTube and TikTok, creating content has become a viable online business for beginners. You can start a YouTube channel, create a podcast, or become a social media influencer by sharing valuable content related to your interests or expertise. Once you build a following, you can monetize your content through advertising, sponsorships, and merchandise sales.

6. Virtual Event Planning
As more events move online, virtual event planning has become a lucrative online business idea for beginners. You can help individuals and businesses plan and execute virtual events, such as webinars, conferences, and online workshops. Virtual event planning requires organization and creativity, making it a great opportunity for beginners with a passion for event management.

In conclusion, starting an online business as a beginner in 2024 is more attainable than ever. Whether you’re interested in e-commerce, freelancing, affiliate marketing, coaching, content creation, or virtual event planning, there are numerous opportunities to explore. With the right dedication and willingness to learn, beginners can successfully start and grow an online business in the ever-expanding digital marketplace.


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43 Comments

  1. @GregGottfried

    Hopefully this video helps you start your own business in 2024! Here are the links mentioned in the video & Table of Contents:
    Full Print On Demand Tutorial: https://youtu.be/oWh4PP68RsE
    Full Affiliate Marketing Tutorial: https://greggottfried.thinkific.com/courses/youtube-affiliate-masterclass

    Table of Contents:
    0:00 Introduction
    0:15 Credibility & Proof
    0:50 Two Best Business Models
    1:27 1. Print On-Demand
    2:18 Real Example
    3:56 Print On-Demand T-Shirt Design Hack
    4:30 Full FREE Print On-Demand Tutorial
    4:50 2. Affiliate Marketing with Videos
    5:40 Real Example
    7:41 Why This Business Works So Well
    8:59 Full Affiliate Marketing Tutorials
    9:29 Conclusion

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  2. @ezraluneta3132

    Thank you Greg for such a great video you've shared. The best is yet to come this 2024.

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  3. @user-hk7ct6js7i

    Hello Greg,
    what's the startup cost for these two business separately?

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  4. @COG.12

    Hey Greg, is there a trust score for each storefront I make on Teespring?

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  5. @Javed_Sonu

    Hey Greg, Can we do this from Pakistan?

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  6. @munascorner

    I tried POD 2020 after listining to you & I made money not much but it does work

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  7. @kylesteward256

    Do you have to have a YouTube to do affiliate marketing?

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  8. @peterflair5582

    So to recap, your course is to teach individuals how to be profitable YT creators?

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  9. @Alexmarr7224

    Good evening Greg and Happy Bew Year. I really enjoy your video and the way you speak politely to everyone. I am looking for a good passive business and understand anything worth doing is worth doing properly and diligently. I'd like to know if there are testimonials tonyour online courses as I i want to do this properly and of course we have all been taken advantage of in the past.
    I am not in anyway saying you are not being honest, just want to make an informed decision and i greatly appreciate your time and hope to see a response. Thank you very much and respectfully salute your success.

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  10. @deeedwards5639

    I so want to believe you. I have Tried so many businesses over the past few years. 99% have been scams. It seems like the way to make money is to sell people a dream and them get them to purchase a course.

    Reply
  11. @deborahnanua6211

    Hi Greg, I am based in Papua New Guinea in the Pacific, will this work for me?..can I still participate?

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  12. @AA-fl6yh

    Honestly speaking i have invested so many momey on online earnings but nothing worked so far. 🙁

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  13. @awais_1999

    Glad to see the video performing so well ♥️

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  14. @D2Kprime

    I think I'm gonna give the affiliate marketing a shot. I am a creator the specializes in digital art and graphic design. While I was watching this, I quickly thought about things that I use on a daily basis that I know a ton about in regards to my creating. I use Adobe products for design. I use Clip Studio Paint for design, and I use an XP Pen Artist 24 Pro graphics tablet to work on. All three companies have affiliate programs.

    I feel like it would be easier and genuine to market for products and services that I use.

    I tried print-on-demand. That didn't work out for me. Over three years, Red Bubble, TeeSpring, and TeePublic just didn't happen for me. It's no biggie. Everything is not for everybody.

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  15. @26160

    I really like your idea but I'm from Pakistan so . Can i also do this online work or not . Tell me asap

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  16. @YasiX-un6ym

    POD is highly competitive it's very hard to get order organically on any POD sites and if you run ads then forget about the profit

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  17. @prodigy3078

    Man, I've been having major success with affiliate marketing from tiktok, amazon my life definitely have been easier and am willing to share the knowledge

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  18. @maliraman6879

    Hi Greg thank you for your instruction! If it is possible to wear out a video, I wore yours out playing over and over. PLEASE HELP. I followed each step to the point of uploading in TEEPUBLIC. But on my designs the background is dark and image colored? I selected the transparent checker box before downloading the design to my computer. What am I doing wrong? Thanks

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  19. @Rosa-lo1ry

    Thanks for this! Great content.

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  20. @vatiswamda2476

    I have scanned 20k online job by those people called shein

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  21. @BoydsofParadise

    Print on demand is HIGHLY competitive. Learn what sells and improve upon that. Good luck.

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  22. @BenShatynski

    Don’t you need to kinda have a popular-ish YouTube channel to start affiliate marketing?

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  23. @Robin_In_CA

    Thank you, Greg. Happy 2024! I have been looking for a business I can start. This was very inspiring!

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  24. @Twigzyl

    Some honest feedback for anyone starting POD. I started in Nov following Greg's tutorial. I've uploaded nearly 300 designs to RB and I've made 2 sales so far. I tried Teepublic but was told my account would not be considered for the artisan tier which meant my designs would not show on the marketplace so I shut it down and will start a new one. I didn't get accepted to MBA which seems to be the only place people are making sales. I'm considering Etsy now but really didn't want to as there is tons of bad reviews from sellers getting accounts shut down and the same for RB too. The accounts that do well on POD seem to be artist accounts with specific styles and one niche – stores that people can follow and be fans of. I also think your design skills need to be really good to make work that stands out and that takes a lot of time and paying for good design software. I'm down $40 bucks so far after paying for Placeit and Merchinformer and not getting the sales I'd hoped for. Placeit btw is not great for designing, Kittl is better. No shade on Greg, I still love this channel but just putting my experience out there in case anyone has done better and can offer some helpful advice.

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  25. @manopaslaptis3691

    Hi Greg, Happy New Year! I have begun creating designs and uploading. I've watched your info on Amazon Merch., before I apply do you have any additional tips/secrets to getting accepted? I'm currently on Redbubble, TeePublic, Zazzle, and Teespring, though TeeSpring has me perplexed, doesn't seem to present the same as the other three. Anyway, Thank you in advance. Cheers

    PS, do you offer any critique on designs/offerings?

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  26. @wulflens

    Hi Greg, how to get approve Merch by Amazon in 2024 ?

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  27. @MrDeSilva-oh9if

    the name Greg Gottfried is credible enough to me in the youtube space,,,long time sub of yours. great take Greg!! cheers and happy new year from the City of Knowledge @ the Panama Canal

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  28. @AtoZ-fv9wo

    How many do you make a day and how much time do you use per day?

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  29. @user-tj1ev7rh1q

    Hey Greg,
    Could you remove a new video about how to market your t-shirt design through social media?
    How to start from scratch, build an audience, create content or post T-shirt images, and How they can access it through the link in the bio on Instagram, TikTok or any other marketing platform.
    Thanks.

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  30. @hemantarora3109

    hey greg, for your own youtube channels do you create them faceless or you hire someone or you do them yourself? Also how much of the progress can you outsource? How much are you outsourcing ? I am considering buying your course and starting this business, but I want to know if it will work if I do it faceless, and how it will work?

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  31. @ffstyle

    A nice video for anyone wanting a strong start to build an online business in 2024, thanks as always Greg!

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  32. @hawaaabadiro

    I am really struggling on how to put my designs on both sides of a mug on teepublic.  I saw you doing it once and I couldn't figure out which video it was. Can you please help a sister out? TIA.

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  33. @PortalThroughHistory

    Awesome video Greg. This course will be my very first big investment. I have never bought courses from other people on YouTube because I know they are likely snake oil salesmen haha. But I can tell you’re a genuine person and I know for a fact that affiliate marketing is a legit way to make money.

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  34. @Newmexicobirds

    Hi Greg, so I am starting off with the print on demand and I had sent teepublic an email basically just asking them if my store was set up correctly. The last thing they said in their email which I thought was a pretty horrible thing to say to a new person on their platform was " unfortunately, your storefront and Designs will not show up in search, or on the new or browse areas of the site." And then, "at this time we do not have any further information to provide, nor will your storefront be considered for re-review. Although we will not answer any other questions related to the search function, please do let us know if you have any other questions unrelated to search and we will be happy to help" first of all, I don't even remember asking them anything about the search function I was literally just seeing if my store was set up correctly. Should I not waste my time putting any more items in my store with teepublic?

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  35. @kenpaeth199

    Anyone watching and considering Greg’s course I HIGHLY recommend it! I have purchased it and am a student. It will give detailed you detailed step by step instructions on how you can be successful. I never thought I would start or even try this business but Greg has made it so easy to understand. He will also answer any questions after your enrolled so you don’t feel like your alone in this new venture.

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