The services market is developing rapidly. It provides an opportunity to implement bold ideas for promising businesses. Looking at the situation in Europe and the United States, the service sector in 2018 promises disappointing defeats and unexpected victories. We will list 12 areas that we advise not only novice entrepreneurs to take a closer look at. Experienced businessmen will also have something to learn from this article.

Note: Illustration features Clint Cummings, a tattoo artist based in Dallas, Texas. Read the article to the end and you will understand what indirect relation this person has to the topic.

What services will be popular in 2018?

All service areas can be divided into two large groups. We talked about this in detail in the article about types of services. It's social and household service. Some of them require studying at a university or taking special courses. For others, experience and passion for their business are enough. The scope of services provided may oblige the entrepreneur to rent and furnish the premises. Or allow work from a home office.

Remote work from home, judging by Europe and the United States, is rapidly gaining popularity. The service is related to the provision of orders or completion of tasks via the Internet. In a calm and quiet environment, sitting at the computer or in front of the phone. Outsourcing, as a larger business model, may require renting space and hiring staff. We touched on this area in the article about services to the population in small town.

Classic forms of service will not lack attention from potential consumers. Entrepreneurs who make efforts to move their business to the next stage of development will benefit in 2018:

own resource on the Internet,
presence in in social networks,
use of new promotion technologies.

Modern smartphones and tablets are convenient due to the simplicity and speed of obtaining information. They allow you to search for service advertisements from anywhere and at any time. People do not buy newspapers, preferring to check out offers via the Internet. Companies and individuals who fail to pay attention to this fact will continue to lose the market to competitors.

Young organizations and entrepreneurs also need to keep up with the times. They get an enviable opportunity to avoid transformation ready-made business starting from scratch.

The following information is useful for those who have not yet decided on the type of services they will provide. As well as companies wishing to expand own business. Listed below are 12 promising business ideas based on current trends and statistics.

Popular services for business in 2018.

1. Software development

The programmer creates, tests and maintains software for various platforms. Development environments for mobile systems are especially popular. In the latter case, in addition to stand-alone applications, adaptation of Internet sites or programs is often ordered. According to the US Bureau of Statistics, average salary programmer is more than $100,000 per year. And demand in this area is growing by 17% every 12 months. Analysts say the trend will continue until at least 2023.

2. Business on services for children

The effectiveness of television advertising can be measured in terms of the child's perception. Signals sent by adults on a subconscious level are received especially acutely by children. The plan for promoting children's products and services primarily focuses on the younger generation. The most expensive toys are displayed on the lower shelves of stores, and the game demonstration is provided with dynamic visual effects.

It is almost impossible to place an advertisement about a service in a text version using the same principle. You can compensate for the loss of efficiency through bright illustrations that attract the attention of all ages. And thanks to good traffic to the resource by consumers interested in your offer.

The idea of a business providing services for children can be implemented in several areas of the market:

pre-school education, including eco-gardens, popular in Europe, located in the open air, away from city smog;
art and music classes;
preschool preparation of the child;
tutoring in elementary school subjects;
live-in and non-living nanny services;
fitness classes for children, training in popular sports disciplines.

If you enjoy working with children and have a specialized area of expertise, why not turn it into a business? Private kindergartens and preschool classes in Europe are especially popular. The USA, compared to the latter, has somewhat complicated the process of opening child care institutions. The reason for this was imperfect judicial system and litigiousness of citizens.

3. Sale, service and rental of bicycles

Despite the climatic conditions, the popularity of cycling in Russia is steadily growing. Promoting a healthy lifestyle and protection environment covered the entire planet. In 2017, the number of Americans switching from cars to bicycles increased by 47%. In Europe, the total figure is 73%. Among other things, the popularity of other types of environmental transport has increased.

In 2017, more than 1,200,000 bicycles were imported to Russia. Slightly less was delivered in 2016. In the United States, more than $87 billion is spent annually on purchases and maintenance. The Russian Federation's figure is more modest. But the prospect of approaching this mark, we believe, is not far off. Opening a bicycle repair service becomes a profitable solution in terms of payback.

Rent, as another service sector for small and medium-sized businesses, is more susceptible to seasonality. You can rent bicycles only in the warm season.

Your future clients can be divided into two target groups:

consumers who want to try before they buy;
clients who consider short-term rentals more appropriate.

Considering the rise in prices for environmentally friendly transport at the height of the season, your business will not lack representatives of both groups. If cycling is your passion and you want to become an entrepreneur, this business will be the ideal opportunity to realize yourself in what you love.

4. Elderly care

Elderly people make up approximately 1/4 of the total population of Russia. According to analysts, from 2010 to 2017, the life expectancy of Russian citizens increased from 68.9 to 72.5 years. The United States has approximately the same indicator. American experts assure that the figure will continue to increase. Consequently, the demand for elderly care services, medicine and medicines will increase.

Objectively, any state considers the life expectancy of an elderly person as a loss from the free social security. From a business point of view, this is an excellent opportunity to generate additional profit. Old people experience health problems. It is increasingly difficult for them to move independently. Fair deal based on paid assistance for older people - this is not only profitable, but also noble.

5. Piercing and tattoo studios

According to US data, since 2014, this service industry has generated revenue of $3 billion annually. We were unable to find statistical data from Russia. Considering stable growth popularity, it is not so difficult to assume that the following indicators are close to domestic ones. In the USA they have at least 1 tattoo:

At least 1 adult in 40% of families;
22% of youth are over 16 years old;
30% of people 25-39 years old;
40% of adults 30-39 years old;
30% aged 40-49 years;
43% of older people are over 50.

In Russia, a medical education is required to work as a tattoo artist. The specificity also requires artistic skills and creativity. Do you meet the above criteria? It’s surprising that the business idea of piercing and tattoo services has so far passed you by.

6. Counseling and therapy

10 years ago, the services of a psychotherapist in Russia were not in great demand. Since 2012, the situation has changed dramatically. Demand for in-office and online consultations is growing at an average rate of 13.9% each year. The British Statistics Agency predicts that by 2020 in Europe this figure will be 41%. In the United States, more than 73% of families attend weekly and monthly appointments.

Psychotherapist services require appropriate specialized education. Psychologists can also discover private practice. More often than not, two similar specializations are mistaken for the same thing. In fact, issues of mental health and rehabilitation are the prerogative of the former. This applies to tobacco, alcohol and drug addictions. Suicidal tendencies. Deep depression.

Psychologists take on less aggressive directions that require appropriate training. Conduct trainings in the field of motivation and self-development. They advise companies and train staff in such disciplines as team building and time management.

With the growing demand for the supply of psychologists and psychotherapists, the density of competition inevitably increases. As practice shows, in 2018 there are still enough opportunities to start in this service sector.

7. Financial consultant-planner

Financial advisors are expected to be in good demand, according to a forecast from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. They are guaranteed a projected growth rate of 30% until 2026. With the development of business based on the Western model. And also thanks to the opening of representative offices of foreign companies, in the projection on Russia the demand trend is no less relevant.

A financial consultant-planner can apply himself in collaboration with organizations and individuals. It is noteworthy that, looking at Europe and the USA, the latter concerns not only individual entrepreneurs. Management of personal finances of heirs and other representatives of private capital also takes place.

Briefly, a financial advisor is a person authorized to select products from a particular market for a client. Analyzing and comparing proposals, he chooses the ones that best suit the needs and capabilities of the principal. Plans and controls the movement of funds in short and long periods.

Having a higher economic and legal education in this profession is welcome. A significant advantage will be the ability to draw up a business plan, experience in successful investing, trading securities, etc. People trust advisors with their money. Often, all they have. It is not recommended to connect your life with this service sector without appropriate preparation.

8. Outsourcing of accounting services

You can conduct company business from anywhere in the world. Large Western organizations came to these conclusions several years ago. In 1992, through an independent survey, researchers from the United States identified interesting fact. Every second accountant in New York, while working officially, simultaneously managed the affairs of several third-party organizations.

The demand in this service sector gave rise to the emergence of the first companies specializing in accounting outsourcing. Following the USA, agencies began to open in Europe. Much later, the demand trend also affected Russia. Having the appropriate education and leadership talents, you can easily apply yourself in this matter.

9. Telephone service

Each of us comes across Call Center services quite often. After a car has been repaired at a car service center, people call us to ask about the quality of service. Social survey operators are regularly interested in our opinion. Medical centers and clinics also do not miss the opportunity to inquire about our health. The interesting thing about this issue is that the three callers may be employees of the same company.

Telephone services are another service area outsourced by organizations. This is economically feasible because it takes less time, effort and material costs. Companies are not required to maintain their own staff. Transfer funds to Pension Fund, report for each specialist. Spend resources on receiving requests and informing current and potential clients.

It is easier to order the service of a third party who specializes in telephone conversations. Speaking about the latter, we mean all voice communication channels. If the business idea interests you, we recommend that you pay attention to it in 2018.

10. Selection and diagnostics of cars

Placing private advertisements for sale rarely distinguishes the honesty of the applicant. People tend to raise the expectations of potential buyers. Especially when it comes to used cars. Due to high taxes on aging transport, the service has not taken root in Europe. Russia, on the contrary, has a high demand for such specialists.

If you understand cars and their structure, are attentive and prudent enough, perhaps you can build a good business on this.

What services are offered in the field of automobile selection:

consulting a potential buyer;
search and inspection of transport that meets the customer’s criteria;
diagnosing the general technical and visual condition of the car;
identification of hidden and obvious defects, compliance with the seller’s statement;
checking credit history, cleanliness of documents;
negotiations and reasonable cost reduction;
support of purchase and sale, registration and registration.

Buy initial equipment for diagnostics and place an ad on the services website. Look at the reaction of consumers in your city. You can add to your proposal later. For example, make an urgent purchase of cars or select car parts.

11. Copywriter services

The transmission of any information through the media begins with text. For video, a script is required; for audio, a text is required by the narrator. Advertisement in a newspaper, article for a website, publication on social networks. Offer of services and goods, optimization for search engines. All this justifies the high demand for the skills of an experienced copywriter.

In Europe and the USA, this specialization has a narrower meaning related to marketing. In Russia, writers, screenwriters, journalists and other authors of unique texts are called copywriters.

You can become a copywriter and offer your services if you have the following qualities:

love and know how to write,
write competently and interestingly,
ready to plan your own daily routine,
punctual and hardworking,
You learn easily and take criticism calmly.

It is noteworthy that copywriting, web design and programming do not require virtually any financial investment from you. You are selling your time and knowledge. Most pure product in the market of goods and services.

12. Services of a master or husband for an hour

Versatile specialization related to minor and major repairs. A “jack of all trades” performs tasks of varying degrees of difficulty. Today he is called to install a shelf, tomorrow to fix the plumbing. If you are not afraid of work and know how to work with your hands, this can turn out to be a good business.

Place an ad on the services website, get support from intermediary companies. Agree with representatives of similar areas of the service industry. For example, loaders, carriers, small stores of construction and finishing materials, plumbing and other things. The services of a master are in demand every day for an hour. You will be surprised how quickly the business will begin to generate decent profits.

Let's sum it up

The article examines in detail 12 business ideas for 2018, which have enviable prospects. Some of them are already in demand in Russia, others are just finding the market, opening up great opportunities for those who decide to work in this service sector. In any case, you will have to work hard, since none of them will allow you to “lie on the stove”. The master's work is scary, try it and you will succeed.

We recommend paying attention to 5 common mistakes of novice businessmen. The article will help you avoid problems in the development of a small business.

Oleg Nebogatov

Portal City services

The beginning of a new year is a great time for new discoveries, undertakings and realization of goals. If you are overtaken by the realization that you no longer have the strength to work for “that uncle” and you want to not depend on anyone, then it's time to think about starting your own business. But if you are one of those who believe that “tit in hand” is better and risk is not a rewarding business, then there are interesting ideas for you to earn extra money.

Remember the cartoon "Around the World" and the famous phrase from it: "Do you have a plan, Mr. Fix?" This is exactly the phrase we should start with. We need to draw up a step-by-step plan.

First, you need to decide which area is closest to you, and you are well oriented in it.

Secondly, study the market of this business and competitors (it’s good if you can offer services or a product that will have some kind of “trick” thanks to which you can differ from others).

For example, a party organizer or a toastmaster for a wedding. All investments are to buy a newspaper with advertisements. Very often, newlyweds are looking for not very expensive toastmaster options, since a wedding is not a cheap pleasure and in some places you want to save money.

This option is a great start. Yes, you will provide your services for less than the existing rates, but if you do well, it will be a great experience and advertising for you. It is also not necessary to purchase details for the event. You can dig through your old things and play with what you have on hand.

The fourth stage is to think about business development. You are not going to open your own business for one day, so it is important to have a business development plan drawn up in advance. It's okay if you later have to change and adjust it, this is normal. The main thing is that you understand exactly where you are going and how.

And finally, you need to study the possible risks associated with the chosen business in order to know how to circumvent and avoid them. True, in most of the ideas that will be proposed in this article, the risks are minimal.

More detailed information You can easily find information on how to draw up a business plan on the Internet.

Handmade

The idea is not new, but there is always room for something new in it. If you have very skillful hands and limitless imagination, then this business or Additional income for you. In addition, this idea does not require significant investments, or if you do not find the necessary material at home, you will have to fork out quite a bit.

Unusual women's jewelry and interesting decorative items are in great demand in this area. And you can implement your work, if you wish, without leaving your home. For example, place it on various sites like OLX. But if your business goes well, then you can already fork out money for your own website and, at the same time, also earn money from advertising, for example, clothing stores, handbags and other accessories (if you are in the jewelry business).

Resale

With the advent of free message boards, this business is becoming more and more relevant every year. If you are an intriguer and schemer at heart, then this earning option is definitely for you. Moreover, all you need is to select goods for those who want to buy something from those who want to sell it. That is, act as an intermediary and have your own percentage of transactions without any investments.

There are people who left their jobs and began to engage only in this business. Statistics show that it can generate excellent profits, depending on what is sold. For example, a person wants to sell a car, but he has little time and no time to do this properly. And he will be happy to use the services of an intermediary who will find him the right buyer.

Organization of events

Despite the fact that there are many competitors in this business cell, it is still relevant and in demand. If you are a creative person and your friends are delighted with the way you throw parties and celebrations, then by all means make this skill the subject of your income.

You can place an advertisement about your services or find clients on the same platforms OLX, Avito and the like. If you feel over time that such a business is your life’s work, then with the capital earned from it you will purchase a website, and perhaps open an offline office, and continue to develop it and increase momentum.

Computer techologies

There are many earning options here. One of the most popular, generating large incomes, is a business based on 3D technologies (from tailoring to building houses), but unfortunately, it will also require serious investments. But the profit from it will also be high, since this area is still quite poorly developed and there are not so many competitors in it.

But from simple options that do not require special investments - advertising agency. You can start by organizing it at home. All you need is a computer, printer and scanner, creative thinking and unlimited imagination. And all the capital that you have is best invested in advertising your agency: a flyer, for example. Well, look for clients on the appropriate sites.

Also relevant may be the creation of websites and web design, which also do not require any investment, you just need to scroll through freelance sites every day and find customers. And although there are many competitors in this niche, you shouldn’t be afraid of it. Those who want to make a website for themselves are also not decreasing; in general, there is enough clientele for everyone.

Kitchen

If you have a penchant for cooking and your friends and loved ones love the dishes you prepare, this can become not just a hobby, but good earnings. There are several options. For example, custom-made cakes. Of course you'll have to do it small investment and purchase the necessary products, but this will require a small capital.

After business will go, it is important to organize yourself good advertising, both online and offline. In the first stages, it is not necessary to open a professional confectionery shop; you can bake products at home.

The second option is to prepare lunches by advertising yourself in office centers in advance. At the first stage, it is important to attract interest and set prices lower than those of competitors. And if you like your cooking and you have regular customers, you can raise your prices.

Bureau of Good Offices or “husband for an hour”

An excellent option for men with straight arms. At the moment, men's services for minor home repairs are in great demand. All you need is to have a variety of tools and organize advertising by posting ads on the Internet and posting ads in crowded places in your city. You can also use flyers.

Many of us are of the opinion that next year opening a business that could become promising in Russia is a very difficult task due to the presence of many factors. Among these are the crisis, the minimum level of flexibility and mobility of legislation on entrepreneurship, and so on. But if you take some time to analyze various directions, we can identify a number of niches where demand prevails, which is constantly increasing, and there is the possibility of promising development.

Very roughly, the types of business in demand in 2018 can be divided into five areas:

- a business that uses a variety of modern technologies;
– a business based on human needs to save money and time;
– business related to an interest in a healthy lifestyle and environmental friendliness;
– business based on goods and services for children;
– a business associated with self-education, self-development and deepening into certain areas of skills and knowledge.

Business and technology.

Due to the fact that technologies are developing very rapidly, there are a considerable number of options for starting a business in 2018 using such technologies. Among the many attractive directions, 5 ideas can be noted:

The idea is very interesting and new. The bottom line is that a visitor to such an establishment can watch a movie of interest to him while eating. Of course, not only food is paid for, but also being in such a cafe.

The target audience is people under thirty years of age, and therefore it is possible to equip not only cinema halls in cafes, but also other entertainment - from hookahs to game consoles.
The downside is the search suitable premises– from 150 square meters, large investments in opening and difficulties in attracting visitors.

The cost of purchasing one drone in 2018 will vary from 15 to 40 thousand rubles, and the costs of the delivery process itself are very small.

One of the problems is the presence of restrictions on the distance and weight of the cargo. Also, Russian legislation does not currently regulate the use of drones.

– Assembly and rental of electric bicycles in 2018.

The difference between such transport and conventional transport is that the former is very convenient, ergonomic, and can reach high speeds. It can be used not only for ordinary trips, but also for transporting oversized cargo. When fully charged, the e-bike's operating time is approximately three hours, but after discharging it can be used as a regular bicycle. If such bicycles are resold, the profit can be approximately 5,000 rubles per product. An ideal business for the city in 2018.

– Augmented reality tools.

You can create attractions that use virtual reality, and use augmented reality glasses in the process. The second option is more expensive than the first. The downside is the incomplete saturation of such a market and the low level of user loyalty, although it will grow in 2018.

There are several business options with a view to launching in 2018:

Business and desire to save.

The crisis will only intensify in 2018, which means saving is, as always, a topic. The following ideas can be noted in this direction:

– A store with goods at fixed prices;
– Opening of a hostel according to a capsule scheme;
– Services provided on an outsourcing basis.

– Products at fixed prices.

Yes, the notorious fixed-price business remains in 2018 great idea! The idea has taken root quite well in the market. The main emphasis is on total sales volume. The main task is to compile an assortment matrix so that consumers find it interesting. And it is desirable to create this kind of store in those cities where the population is not lower than 100 thousand people.

– Hostel based on a capsule scheme.

This is one of the lowest cost types of business in 2018. For example, in a room with a total area of 20 sq.m. You can fit about 8 capsules. The difficulty is to ensure the appropriate level of safety and comfort. Often such hostels make the main profit from providing additional services.

This format appeared relatively recently and will definitely take off in 2018. The convenience is that specialists from any field can visit the service consumer and provide quality service.

To do this, you need to take training courses designed for this, purchase equipment and spend a little time advertising the service.

– Outsourcing services in 2018.

In the coming year, outsourcing in the field of IT technologies will be one of the most popular. IN this business There are a huge number of ways to develop, and it is very profitable. But to organize such a business, it will be necessary to find among software suppliers and information systems partners, as well as invest considerable funds.
Also, I would like to briefly draw attention to other areas of business that are relevant in 2018:

Business and healthy lifestyle. Ecology.

Here we can distinguish the following types:

– organization of the EMS fitness studio;
– production of BIO bags;
– sales of exotic fruits and vegetables;
- cafe fast food with healthy food.

Products and services for the youngest people in 2018.

– scientific and educational show programs aimed at children;
– organizing a hairdressing salon for children;
– playhouses for children;
– toys created from children’s drawings.

Businesses in the field of self-improvement.

– writing your own literary work;
– creation of training courses in video format.

List of business ideas 2018, which is presented to you, is just a small drop of water in the ocean of those ideas on the basis of which you can create promising business on the territory of the Russian Federation next year. You must take into account your own hobbies and experience, the possibility of investing financial resources and all the risks. And they are also not afraid to use even such options that may seem overly innovative at first glance.

Good day, friends!

Of course, every person wants to open some kind of business, so that their wallet is quickly replenished with money, and there are many more opportunities.

And in general, point your finger at at least one person who is not attracted to finances - you simply won’t find such people.

Business ideas are a very effective and necessary way to get rich.

At first everything comes from fantasy, and then, gaining momentum,

embodied in reality.

Moreover, the faster all this happens, the better and more interesting, the more there are those who would like to join such an idea. Let's look together at those options that are either poorly developed in Russia or those that do not yet exist in this country. What food for thought for you!

Best business ideas 2018.

Courier delivery by drones

It is unlikely that they will do something similar in Russia, and if such a business idea appears, it will be many years later. In fact, this pleasure is expensive, since one drone costs quite a lot. But this will be the most instant and lightning-fast home delivery. Likewise, many foreign countries have been actively using this for a long time courier delivery, aircrafts V short time deliver goods from one end of the city to the other. This seems like a brilliant idea for 2018.

Ideas for business in a small town with small investments.

3D printing

In Russia, this type of business idea is not so well developed, but the prerequisites for the business to take off are already there. But abroad, everything is different: the 3D printing option is actively popular. Just imagine: they design a 3D printer before your eyes, produce a real model for your individual order, and print it right there. Everything is beautiful, voluminous, and most importantly, it fits your order. This idea is very profitable, especially in the coming 2018.

Capsule hostel

How do you like such an interesting idea as renting a small room, decorating it and renting out beds for the night? This is called a capsule hostel, where there is little space, but everything is quite equipped, so there is nothing to complain about. There is everything here: a bed, light, and even a door with a shelf. Comfortable, cozy, cute.

Healthy fast food

With the development of high-calorie foods, people literally went crazy as they started missing out on McDonald's and other fast food companies. The idea of creating fast food that is considered healthy food is a brilliant thing. Abroad, several chains have already begun their work, where every person watching their figure can have a snack without harming their health. There is no such thing in Russia yet, but there are plenty of vegetarian cafes.

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Walking with dogs

In America, this type of activity is no longer a business idea, but a real part-time job for students. But from this option it is quite possible to make interesting idea, which will turn into something more. It is unlikely that you can find something like this in Russia.

Mobile kitchen

A wonderful business idea for those who are often on the street, walking, working and do not have the opportunity to run to a cafe for a snack. Catering is ideal for this, i.e. a mobile kitchen that travels throughout the city with the goal of feeding everyone (for money, of course). How do you like this move for 2018? You won’t find anything like this in the Russian Federation, but somewhere in America or England it’s quite possible.

Don't sit still, think through your business plans. Sometimes, the craziest ideas at first glance can become brilliant and effective. Take risks, because without it nothing will happen. If you stay in one place and don’t move, then there will be no progress at all.

Bring all your thoughts to life, be a spontaneous person. Come up with something that will become nonsense for Russia, a pleasant surprise, something that everyone will subsequently use.

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What new business ideas has 2018 already brought? In this review you will find 24 startups, including both large well-known projects and small and unknown ones, but no less interesting.

Raccooncafe

The world's first raccoon cafe, “Lesnaya Bratva,” has opened in Rostov-on-Don, where visitors can interact with raccoons live: feed, pet, hold, or take pictures. The establishment operates on the principle of a time cafe, and the concept repeats the idea of cat cafes that have already become popular. There are specifics in handling raccoons. Organizers are required to pay more attention to the upbringing of pets, who must be taught to be clean in advance, weaned from biting, stealing things and scratching furniture.

Most airlines charge a fee for baggage transportation, which is why compact convertible bags that can be taken as hand luggage are very popular. Responding to this need, Solgaard came up with the Lifepack suitcase, the interior of which transforms into a cabinet with shelves. Thanks to the principle of a portable wardrobe, a person can easily find the right thing without rummaging through everything.

Two software developers from Lipetsk have automated the assessment of the viability of business ideas. The Test4startup service operates on the basis of a neural network. The user fills out a form on the website, where he describes the business idea and niche, and the program identifies keywords and collects information on the topic from open sources. The service determines the number of competitors, counts the number of mentions of the technology and the amount of venture investments in similar projects, using graphs to show whether the idea is trending. Analytics brings the creators $10 thousand in revenue.

Japanese automaker Nissan used its ProPILOT Park car parking technology using slippers as an example. hotel complex ProPILOT Park Ryokan in Hakone. The slippers are equipped with wheels and have a superpower - they can park themselves at the entrance if they are removed and left in the wrong place.

The startup Sword Clips has come up with a way to highlight your hobbies in an original way, even in formal wear. The project created a series of tie clips in the shape of swords from cult films and games: “The Lord of the Rings”, “The Legend of Zelda”, “ star Wars”, Kingdom Hearts, Thundercats, Final Fantasy. The clips are made in silver or gold plated. On Kickstarter, the project raised over 103 thousand dollars, exceeding the stated goal by 1723%.

During the celebration of the 2018 Super Bowl, the final of American football in the United States, a vending machine selling snowballs appeared in Minnesota. The “product” was handmade by residents of the city of Minneapolis, packaged in individual containers and labeled with the date of creation. The idea of a snowball machine was invented by the Space150 agency to popularize the region: since last year, the state has been nicknamed the “Brave North” or “North Star State,” which means snow should be a commodity. You could buy a snowball for $1.

The Scentee Machina device is a smart home fragrance that replaces conventional diffusers and aroma sticks. The project, promoted on Kickstarter, features diffusers suitable for any type of room. Single diffusers may be suitable for small rooms, and four-section diffusers may be suitable for spacious halls. All devices are controlled from a smartphone. In addition to remote switching on and off, you can monitor the level of perfume remaining in the container.

The American company ICON presented the technology of 3D printing of residential buildings for the poorest developing countries. Prototype was printed in Austin, Texas. According to the authors, a construction printer can create a one-story building with an area of 60 square meters in 12 to 24 hours. The technology of this business idea is low cost. If printing now costs 10 thousand dollars (about 600 thousand rubles), then later the price will be reduced to 4 thousand dollars (about 250 thousand rubles).

The Rocking Monsters project team from the CIS decided to rethink the classic rocking horse and created three new alternatives: the ghost rocker, the octopus rocker and the shark rocker. The products are made of plywood, polished and coated with natural oils and acrylic paints. Each rocking chair is assembled in 5 minutes and consists of 6-8 elements, which are tightened with screws using a hexagon. The monster rocker costs $119.

Project Claw demonstrates how to make a business on a steel hook that is just 18mm long. Claw is a miniature claw that can do a lot of things: pry off the lid of a can of paint, open a key ring to hang a new key on a ring, cut through the tape on a box with a parcel, and also serve as a screwdriver or to extract sparks from a chair. . This thing costs about 900 rubles. With the help of crowdfunding, the creators managed to collect more than 70 thousand pounds.

Every year, shoppers around the world spend about $8 billion on tights, with the average pair being worn a couple of times and then thrown away. The textile company Sheerly Genius decided to overcome this problem and introduced the new kind tights made from the same materials used to make bulletproof vests. These tights do not tear even with strong stretching. The strength of the material used is 10 times greater than that of steel. Experiments have shown that Sheerly Genius tights can be worn up to 50 times.

A Mexican startup called Raincard has created raincoats that fold up to the size of a credit card. The difference between a credit card and a raincoat is only in thickness: they are comparable in length and height. These raincoats are convenient to take with you for a walk and carry in your pockets. The creators sell Raincard for $10 for 10 pieces, and for $100 you can buy 135 raincoats at once.

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MoveWith is one of the most promising startups of the year according to many experts. The project is a personal fitness application that contains audio training from the most famous trainers in the world, including programs for cardio training, yoga and meditation. An annual subscription to the app costs $95.88.

Zappos and Mamava teamed up to create mobile booths for... breastfeeding at airports. Inside these booths there are two benches and a folding table, feeding dispensers, air conditioning, USB outlets for charging gadgets, and trash cans. So that any mother can relax properly, relaxing soundtracks with recordings of ocean waves and children's laughter are played inside.

The New York company LOLIWARE proposes to permanently abandon plastic straws and switch to biodegradable ones. The project team chose seaweed as an alternative to plastic. They grow quickly, can absorb CO2, and the use of straws made of this material does not harm the environment, because they can be eaten or thrown away without harming the environment. The tubes are called LOLISTRAW. The authors of the idea are going to add more taste and benefits to their products in order to encourage users to consume them.

The startup Paul Potato proposes to grow potatoes not in the usual beds, but in a tower method. The method is simple - the gardener is given a set of several pallets, which are lined up in a tower. Potatoes are planted in the corners of the trays so that the plant emerges from the open parts. When watering, water evenly moistens all plants, and the upper trays have drainage channels. You can buy this “four-story” set for $39. Tower landing can save ten times more space than conventional landing.

The Picolor device allows you to replace markers of different colors with one universal one. It works by mixing five basic colors (cyan, magenta, yellow, black and white), which are refilled into the device like cartridges in a printer. The color is selected via a smartphone, and the resulting paint is poured into a bottle from which you can refill a marker or use it for drawing with a brush. Expected that market price The device will cost 220 dollars.

The creators of the FableWood project have developed a wooden construction set that fits together using magnets. The set consists of three toys in the form of a monkey, a crocodile and an eagle. If desired, these three creatures can be assembled into something new and previously unseen, because magnets give freedom in the angles of rotation of parts, and at the same time allow them to flap their wings, move their paws, and so on. The company sells its product, which is characterized by low cost, both individually and in sets. A complete set of three animals retails for $122.

A rather humorous project, The Car Pool is a hose that allows drivers to urinate in any bottle without any problems. Despite all its awkwardness, the project is quite well thought out: The Car Pool has a flexible tube and a tip that ensures a tight fit to the neck of the bottle. Surprisingly, the toilet hose sells well (the price of one copy is $19), and the authors of the idea managed to raise almost $30 thousand at the start.

A product that will delight fans of virtual games, priced at $990, has been launched by the startup project Yaw. Yaw VR is a bowl-shaped swivel chair that gives the freedom of virtual reality. Once immersed in it, the player can rotate 360 degrees vertical axis and 50 degrees horizontally. The project is compatible with many PC games, support for Oculus Go, Samsung Gear VR and PlayStation VR is being developed

The authors who created the glasses received more than $184 thousand through crowdfunding self made with double walls. The glass is designed so that you can throw a beautiful ice ball into it and admire it as you drink. In addition, double glass prevents condensation and the drink stays cold longer. Duo Glass is sold in pairs with molds for self-made ice.

The horrors of Howard Lovecraft inspired Pennsylvania entrepreneurs to publish cookbook with terrible recipes. The book is called - the title is inspired by the book of the dead “Necronomicon”, which is part of Lovecraft’s stories. Its original included poems about death and spells for summoning ancient terrible creatures, which the authors of the project decided to replace with dishes and drinks, the recipes of which are described by spells and rituals and are accompanied by terrible illustrations and names like “Fountain of Madness”, “Sacrificial Lamb”, “New England” - Chowder of the damned”, etc. The project was successfully completed on Kickstarter, collecting more than 80 thousand dollars.

The US startup Minted offers its users online purchase of exclusive holiday products. The trick is that any user can choose an individual design for all components of the holiday, from invitation cards to household goods. The service works on the principle of crowdsourcing, bringing together designers and buyers on one platform. User can buy ready product or ask designers for help.

On March 25, a small themed cafe will open in Japan, designed for fans of girls who wear shoulder bags. Lately It has become fashionable for Japanese women to wear their bags at an angle, which advantageously “enlarges” even a small bust, not to mention a full chest. Entrepreneurs were inspired by this idea. So far, all that is known is that the establishment will be designed for only four people, and you will be able to stay in it for no longer than an hour and a half. It is also known that models in tight outfits with bags over their shoulders will act as waitresses.