Making Money by Selling Digital Services to Local Businesses: Customer Finding System for Small Businessmen

It is a powerful model that explains that making money online does not always mean looking for customers on global platforms. The digital needs of hairdressers, restaurants, dental clinics, beauty centers, real estate agents, gyms or boutique businesses can be turned into services.

For example, a business may be offered an Instagram content plan, Google business profile editing, short video production, menu design, simple website, advertising creative or monthly social media management.

It is better to choose a single service initially. Instead of “I do everything,” a clear offer like “I create 12 social media content for restaurants a month” is more understandable.

Social media accounts of businesses can be examined to find customers. Deficiencies can be identified and a personalized offer can be sent. However, instead of bombarding you with spam messages, it is a more professional approach to present a short analysis specific to the business.

Initial cost: With current computing and free/affordable design-video tools it could be quite low.

Revenue: Monthly service fee, one-time project fee or package model can be used. The amount of revenue varies depending on the number of customers, scope of services, region and level of expertise; Any monthly income figure is not a guarantee.

Tax/legal: If regular commercial or freelance activities are carried out in Türkiye, tax liabilities may arise. Up-to-date information should be obtained from the financial advisor regarding invoice/self-employment receipt, VAT, income tax and other liabilities depending on the type of activity.

Risks: Customer fails to pay, requests unlimited revisions, or continually expands scope. For this reason, the scope of service, delivery date, number of revisions and payment terms should be put in writing before starting work.