Once upon a time, making money as a creative was extremely difficult. Unless you scored yourself a book deal, a record deal, a column in a magazine or some other lucky break then it didn’t provide much of a career path. However, thanks to the internet, there are many ways you can make money with your creative passion. Small businesses are thriving across the world, and if you have a skill or talent, there’s usually a way to monetize it. If you’re a creative, here are some business ideas you could consider to turn passion into profit.

Baker

Love to bake? Perhaps you always bake cakes for loved one’s birthdays, or whip up some incredible creations for charity bake sales, afternoon tea with the girls or just as a treat for the kids? If your baked goods have always been a hit, why not consider turning it into a business? People always need cakes for special occasions, and it’s something you could quickly begin doing from home. Depending on where you live there may be government-required tasks to complete, so always check to ensure that you are in compliance. Some necessary things that are pretty common across the board always begin with your kitchen. For example, for hygiene purposes, you have to have a separate refrigerator for your home and work. You’re also not allowed to have pets in the kitchen, and it has to be kept clean and tidy, and once you register as a baking business, you will be subject to random checks from the health and safety department of your local council. However aside from these obvious things, it’s relatively simple to set up, and if you’re already an excellent baker, chances are you have everything or close to everything you need to get started already. No matter how talented you are, however, why not consider taking a cake decorating class to refine your skills, or a basic business course, especially if this is your first attempt at being your own boss? If you’re going to do it, do it right from the start!

Makeup Artist

As a makeup artist, you could be working on sets for tv or film, or your clients could be people like brides, bachelorette parties, photo shoots, girls nights out and even makeup parties for young girls. Women are particular about whom they allow near their faces so you will need to have a genuine flair and a passion for makeup and beauty. Ultimately you will need to become licensed to establish real credibility, but for now, did you know that you can attend an online makeup school? This convenient option allows you to study in your spare time and without even leaving your home. This option also enables you to keep your regular job, while studying and honing your new skills.

Writer

If you’re a proficient writer, then your skills are in high demand. Businesses are always in need of content for their blogs and websites, product descriptions and much more. Consider signing up on a freelancing website and begin earning money by using this talent. If you enjoy writing, then it’s always worth setting up your own blog too. It can take time to get established and start earning money, but if you stick with it and produce great content then eventually companies will begin approaching you with paid opportunities.

As a life coach, I spend a great deal of time helping women to identify their gifts. Once you have defined the things that you are not just passionate about, but also have a genuine talent for, the potential is endless. Someone is waiting for you to be of service to them. The time is now to turn passion into profit.

Have you turned your passion into profit? What was it? What advice do you have for an aspiring entrepreneur on this topic?

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