7 businesses I’d start if I got laid off (or can’t find a job): 1. House Cleaning. Min startup cost: ~$100-200 $$$: Deep cleans can run $200-$400. Pros: Recurring revenue - most customers sign up for monthly/weekly cleans. Cons: You’ll need employees to scale past $10k/mo. A full-house clean takes 8+ hrs. 2. Pool Care. Min startup cost: ~$100-200 $$$: A 1-man show could charge ~$200/job Pros: Pools require routine upkeep, so there's opportunity for repeat business. Cons: <8% of American homes have a pool. Tiny potential customer base. 3. Mobile Detailing. Min startup: ~$200 $$$: ~$100 per job on average. Pros: A dream job for people who love being on the move. Cons: Competition is car wash chains that have all the bells and whistles. 4. Power Washing. Min startup cost: ~$100-200 $$$: $100-$200 for a driveway or $60/hr ...