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8 Best  Business Ideas To Start In 2020 

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8 Best  Business Ideas To Start In 2020 

GUEST POST BY LILY BROOKS

Since I was a kid, I always wanted to become rich.  Not in the sense that I live a fulfilled and contented life, but in the financially independent kind of way.  I didn’t grow up poor by any means but I do know people who are rich and to my young impressionable mind, I associated being rich with being able to do whatever you want.

Ten years after completing my degree and entering the workforce, I’ve started several side businesses; some have closed while others continue to be profitable.  Here are a few of them.

  • eCommerce store

Because I work in tech, it’s pretty obvious that I would dabble with online entrepreneurship, which I did.  I started a company selling Japanese made watches. I didn’t have to raise a big capital since I mainly sold my products on shopping platforms like Shopify, 3dcart and Volusion.  I also offered my products on social media. It was a success for a while until the competition started saturating the market and I had to cease operations three years ago.

 

  • Real Estate Agent

As soon as I completed my degree and got hired at a company, I set about becoming a real estate agent.  Depending on the country you reside in, the requirement may vary. In my case, I had to take a short program and then pass an examination to become licensed.  The industry is very competitive but if networking and sales talk is your forte, you’re bound to succeed.

 

  • Content Writer

I also did my fair share of writing content.  I mainly did this in college during my free periods to earn extra cash.  What is great about content writing is you can work virtually anywhere– you set your hours and learn about varied topics, like how to start a spy shop.  The downside, the pay isn’t that great, you will be forced to write on topics you do not really care about, and you will need to do a lot of research and write fast.

 

  • Catering Business

Now, this is one business I haven’t really started but soon will.  I did my research already and many caterers experience huge profits when done right.  Catering is a great side business for people who love to cook. I’m not a great cook myself but my husband is.  Therefore we both agreed l we will try running a catering business, first starting small and slowly growing it.

 

  • Affiliate Marketing

 

This is another side business that I ventured into, a couple of years ago when I was a new hire in my company and had a lot of free time.  After work, I would work on being an affiliate marketer concentrating on blogging since I had a background in writing back when I used to be a content writer.  The job is not too demanding and there is no need for you to be tech savvy. It is also a very low risk and you can work from home or anywhere else.

 

  • Web Development

I saved my longest side business for last.  I work in tech and have therefore extensive knowledge about computers and their processes.  What I like about this field is its growth opportunities which are still high. For my side business, I freelance as a web developer and designer for small businesses who want to transition online.  Most of my customers are friends and family and although I could make a lot more money out of it, I maintain a lower price since I enjoy the process so much and I get to help the people I know.

Other side businesses you can start includes:

 

  • Phone Case Business

Everyone needs a phone case to protect their very expensive smartphones from damage.  This is one reason why phone cases are the top selling phone accessories in the market.  Go for catchy designs or the ones with interesting artworks and funny quotes.

 

  • Virtual Assistant

If you have strong organizational skills, you can succeed as a virtual assistant.  They are in high demand for big corporations and freelancers. It is also a great way to meet influential people from various fields.  You can work anywhere in the world while building your professional career.

So those are the top 6 side business ideas I’ve done in my life which you should also consider starting.  Most, if not all of those listed above are relatively low risk and don’t require a huge capital which makes them perfect as another income stream for you.

 

Guest Post Author Bio:

Lily Brooks is an ardent blogger and frequent traveler who writes about home improvement, travel, and the latest trends in emerging technologies. She is currently working with EyeSpySupply, the leading spy shop, which offers a wide range of surveillance equipment and vehicle tracking devices.

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PixelSky Capital Unveils INR 400 Crore Secondaries Fund

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Bengaluru-based investment bank IndigoEdge, in partnership with entrepreneur Hitesh Ahuja, has launched PixelSky Capital, a secondaries fund targeting INR 400 crore. The fund will invest in eight late-stage tech and consumer companies expected to go public within three to four years, with cheque sizes of INR 40–50 crore each. PixelSky has already invested in beauty retailer Purplle and aims to close a second deal by June 2025.

 

The fund focuses on secondary transactions, allowing existing shareholders to sell stakes to new investors, providing liquidity ahead of IPOs. Founders have committed INR 10–15 crore, with additional capital coming from domestic family offices and startup founders. Final close is expected by March 2026.

 

Led by Hitesh Ahuja, who sold his foodtech startup Yumlane in 2023, and IndigoEdge cofounder Zerin Rahiman, PixelSky marks IndigoEdge’s expansion from advisory and proprietary investments into fund management. The firm has facilitated over 150 transactions worth around $3 billion and invested INR 25–30 crore as a limited partner in multiple VC funds. PixelSky is currently evaluating about 20 companies before finalizing its portfolio

 

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Meta is developing its first true AR glasses, set to launch in 2027. Before the public release, employees will test the device starting in 2024. The company is also releasing new generations of Ray-Ban smart glasses in 2023 and 2025 with enhanced features like a “viewfinder” display.

Specifications and Features

The AR glasses are expected to feature OLED displays and Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets, offering sophisticated AR and AI capabilities. They will enable users to interact with virtual objects and project high-quality holograms of avatars onto the real world.

Design and Competition

Meta aims for a sleek design, potentially building on its Ray-Ban partnerships. The AR glasses market is competitive, with Apple and Google also investing heavily. Meta seeks to make its AR glasses a game-changer by offering a unique user experience.

Future Plans

In addition to AR glasses, Meta is expanding its VR offerings with new headsets like the Quest 3 and exploring other wearable technologies. The company is focused on reducing costs to make the AR glasses more consumer-friendly by launch.

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From Digital Wallet to Stock Market: MobiKwik Expands Its Horizons with New Brokerage Venture

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From Digital Wallet to Stock Market: MobiKwik Expands Its Horizons with New Brokerage Venture

MobiKwik is venturing into the stock broking sector with the launch of its subsidiary, MobiKwik Securities Broking Private Limited (MSBPL), following approval from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs on March 3, 2025. This move aims to diversify MobiKwik’s offerings beyond its core digital payments services and compete with established players like Zerodha and Groww.

MSBPL will provide a range of brokerage services, including trading in shares, securities, commodities, and derivatives. The subsidiary has an initial capital of Rs 1 lakh, with plans for an additional Rs 2 crore investment to support its operations.

As MobiKwik enters this competitive market, it brings a substantial user base of 172 million and a merchant network of 5 million. Despite recent financial challenges, including a reported loss of Rs 55.2 crore in Q3 FY25, the company aims to leverage its existing infrastructure and user engagement to capture a share of the growing investment technology market, projected to reach $74 billion by 2030.

This strategic expansion aligns with MobiKwik’s broader goals of enhancing its financial service

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