Out of a job? Depending on how you look at it, unemployment can actually be a blessing; it gives you an opportunity to look at your life in a new way and re-evaluate what matters. It gives you the chance to find that job or career that gives you deep satisfaction, that inspires you, that lets you feel proud of what you do.
The cluster below highlights some of the most unique start-ups and business ideas we’ve featured on Trend Hunter to demonstrate the unlimited possibilities of designing the idea job. Unemployment is often a factor that leads to the inspiration to start a new company, so let these micro trends inspire your innovation!
44 Unique Start-Ups
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Adult Stars As Casino Dealers
Penthouse Magazine Vies for Sin City Real Estate
41
5-Star Pet Hotels
The Canis Dog Resort is Only for Well-Heeled Patrons
40
Airport Micro Hotels
Comfortable, Personal Napcabs at Munich Airport
39
Pre-Paid Social Networking Cards
FaceCard
38
$1 a Day Car Rentals
CityFlitz in Toronto
37
Free T-Shirt Sites
Gitchers.com
36
Touchscreen Dining
Inamo Restaurant in London
35
Soup Kitchens for Pets
The Animal Board
34
Giant iPhones for Discos
The Coin-Operated iBoxer For Drunken Amusement
33
Customized Power Suits
Indochino.com
32
Second-Hand African Couture
The Kilakitu Kenyan Cowboy Collection Uses 'Real' Models
31
Outsourcing Holiday Feasts
Order Thanksgiving Dinner Online
30
Picture-Based Shoe Shopping
Modista Helps Budget Fashionistas Score Similar Styles
29
Reality Chef Hotels
Gordon Ramsay Opens ‘York and Albany' in London
28
Exclusive Car Shopping For Women
Fearless Auto Advice at CarsforGirls.com
27
Zeppelin Wine Country Tours
Airship Ventures' Innovative Aerial Sightseeing
26
Holiday-Themed Pop Up Stores
Sears Goes Halloween Crazy
25
Buying Ad Space on People
Next Gen T-Shirt Marketing
24
Talk Show Fashion Lines
Oprah Online Store To Sell 'O Baby'
23
Get Paid to Search
Scour Gives Points for Browsing
22
Toilet Themed Dining (UPDATE)
Marton Restaurant Now a Chain
21
Toolkits for Women
Fix your Car and Fight Breast Cancer
20
Virtual Gourmet Marketplaces
Foodzie is Edible Etsy
19
Opening Snail Mail Online
Earth Class Mail
18
P2P Shipping Solutions
Citizenshipper.com
17
Open-Source E-Commerce
Shopify
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"Designer" Craigslist
Lushpad
15
Crowdsourced Home Shopping Sites
Honeyshed
14
Obamabilia
LA Times Front Page Tote Fashionably Immortalizes Obama
13
Online Swapping
MumSwap.com Lets Mothers Exchange Goods and Services
12
Cashing in On Amateur Phone Apps
iPhone Trism Worth $250,000
11
Bicycle Parts Vending Machines
Trek Stop Tune Ups
10
Gift Giving Consultants
Giftgirl.com
9
Microblogged Micropayments
Twitpay Lets You Send Money Via Tweet
8
Global Car Sharing Services
'Connect by Hertz' Works in NYC, London, Paris
7
Wardrobes as Sponsored Ads
‘I Wear Your Shirt' Turns Daily Fashion into Ad Space
6
Life Coaching for Intellectuals
The School of Life in London
5
Mood-Sensing Stock Predictions
StockMood.com
4
Ethnicity-Tailored Web Browsers
‘Blackbird' African-American Searches
3
Outsourcing Boring Parts of Being a Band
‘Muck Work' Helps Promote Your Music Online
2
Drug-Detecting Animals for Hire
'Sniff Dogs' for Suspicious Parents, Employers
1
Online Concert Ticket Haggling
Zigabid.com Negotiable Marketplace
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Empowering Walking Sticks
18 Designers Conceptualized Walking Sticks for the Future Selves
Digital Nomad Concept Cars
This Multipurpose Car Was Envisioned By Students From Skoda
Beer-Pouring Party Billboards
JUBEL Made a Billboard That Pours Pints Invites People in to Party
Mobile Office Tiny Homes
The Uncharted Tiny Homes 'The Office' Can Be Taken on the Road
Repurposed Sustainable Apparel
Toast Launches a Collection of "Creatively Repaired" Garments
AI Job Impact Predictor
Future Proof Provides Insights on How AI Will Effect Different Industries
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
AI Outfit Search Engines
'I Have Nothing to Wear' Uses AI to Spark Fashion Inspiration
Playful Entrepreneurial Metaverses
e.l.f. UP! on Roblox Helps Gen Z & Gen Alpha Build Skills
Hug-Activated Marketing Machines
UNIQLO France and The Pull Launch the Hug to Unlock Ad
Uplifting Energetic Soda Rebrandings
PepsiCo Unveils a New Branding Language for the Soda 7UP
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Futuristic Auto Micro Factories
Most Architecture Unveils a Modern Factory for Charge Cars
Eco Storytelling Workwear Campaigns
Patagonia's We Can Get There From Here Tells is Inspiring
Experiential Mental Well-Being Events
Batiste's Refresh & Reflect Events Connect & Uplift Students
Minimalist Clutter-Free Desk Designs
The Parallel Work Table by Eldho T Jai Enhances Productivity
Staff Uniform-Made Home Collections
IKEA's VÄXELBRUK Collection Upcycles Worker Uniforms
Resurrected Used Smartphones
Think Tank Team Makes Artifacts with Project Afterlife
Inspiring Multi-Shop Pop-Ups
Pinterest's Possibility Place Immerses Guests in Inspiration
Brainstorming Business Idea Tools
IdeaMate is the Solution to Fighting Stale Business Ideas
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
AI Startup Idea Tools
Yazero is a Solution for Entrepreneurs Validating Startup Ideas
Elegant Working Desk Concepts
The Mindset: Built-In Computer Desk by Designer Dot is Efficient
Viral Video Databases
Viral Ideas Offers Inspiration for a Content Creator's Next Big Video
Personalized Brain-Training Apps
Elevate Helps Boost Productivity and Builds Confidence
Job Hunting AI Tools
JobBuddy Streamlines The Application Process with AI
Anti-Productivity Apps
The 'Quiet Quitter' App Tracks How Much Professionals Make Doing Nothing
Housing Crisis Presentation Campaigns
IKEA Woks with Shelter to Create Four Real Life Roomsets
AI-Powered Productivity Apps
The 'BeforeSunset' App Helps with Planning and Time Management
Zero-Waste Voucher Solutions
On-us Launches New Technology for Sustainable Event Engagement
Experiential Shopping Platforms
sune Shares a Fun and Engaging Way for Gen Z to Shop
SaaS Startup Newsletters
The SaaS Start Up Guide is Written by Law, Finance, and Tech Experts
Preemptive Startup Evaluations
Vet My Idea Helps Startups Survive with AI Assessments and Ideas
Functional Workwear Exhibitions
Nieuwe Instituut's Workwear Exhibition is Curated by Eldina Begic
Hair-Reusing Fabric Companies
This Dutch Startup Uses Discarded Hair to Create Clothes and Carpets
Raw Thought Organization Apps
The 'Memosa' App Turns Ideas and Rambling into Organized Text
AI-Powered Content Creation Tools
Notega is a Solution for Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
AI Job Application Tools
Huntr AI Creates Resumes and Cover Letters in Minutes
Young Professional Community Apps
Yuppie Helps Gen Z and Millennials Connect with One Another
Purpose-Driven Popcorn Snacks
Gourmet Popcorn is on a Mission to Create Jobs
Small Business Grants Program
eBay Kicks Off Its Fifth Annual Up & Running Grants Program
Illuminated Charger Design Concepts
Jones & Partners Presents a Look at the New Current Concept
DIY Whisky Bottles
Stauning's Customizable Labels Creatively Solve Supply Chain Issues
Inspiring Daily Bodycare
method's Unleash Your Inner Shower Celebrates Personal Transformations
Uplifting Latin Business Campaigns
UPS is Championing Latin and Hispanic-Owned Small Businesses
Industrial Worker-inspired Fashion Capsules
Maharishi Draws Inspiration from Industrial Workwear
TikTok-Inspired Music Features
Spotify Showcased a Redesigned Homepage for its Mobile App
Hourly Job-Finding Apps
Gigs is a Job Platform for the Gig Economy
Private App-Based Journals
Apple Launches a New Journal App for iPhone Users to Positively Reflect
AI Startup Pitch Assistants
PitchBob.io Helps Entrepreneurs Refine and Hone Their Pitches
Personalized Virtual Assistants
HappyVA Can Be Personalized to Suit Any Businesses' Needs
Sneakerhead Mentoring Programs
eBay's Sneaker Academy Turns Sneakerheads Into Entrepreneurs
Flying Umbrella Prototypes
This Hands-Free Device Hovers Above You to Protect From the Rain
Play-Inspiring Workshops
LEGO is Sharing a Free Workshop Series Featuring Renowned Creatives
Startup Applicant Tracking Platforms
The 'Briteloop' Platform is Built for Small Businesses
Eight-Month Design Residency Programs
Colony Seeks to Nurture Emerging Design Talent
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
Gen Z-Supporting Benefit Policies
Chipotle Launches a New Benefits Program for its Gen Z Employees
Whimsical Bright Creative Workspaces
Publicis Groupe's New Workspace is in New York's SoHo
AI-Powered Socialization Apps
The 'BU' App Takes an AI-Driven Approach to Event Planning
Startup Name Generators
FindName Suggests Countless Ideas to Help Name Your New Business
Waste-Reducing Culinary Starters
The Spare Food Co.'s Spare Starter Uses Surplus Farm Produce
Chance to win £10,000
Meet the Cornish upcycler inspiring people
Content Creator News Sources
Creative Brew Offers Daily Insight and News for Content Creators
Humorous Slogan Graphic T-Shirts
Navinder Nangla Joins Converse on the City Tees Initative
Small Business Investment Initiatives
'aeXea Capital' is Investing in Baby Boomer-Founded Brands
AI-Powered Business Discoveries
Yelp Unveils a New AI Assistant and 'Project Ideas' Feature
Resume-Optimizing AI Tools
ResumeOptimizerPro Can Tailor a Resume to a Job Posting in Seconds
Locally Focused Visionary Tableware
IKEA's Design Lab Presents the New Products of Place Campaign
AI-Assisted Job Hunting Features
LinkedIn Job Collections Use AI for Tailored Categories
Curated Website Inspiration
Browsing Mode is on a Mission to Spotlight Beautiful Website Design
Creator Economy Tool Directories
Creator Economy Tools Offer Over 1,000 Resources
Millennial Homeowner Hubs
The Home Depot's New Homeowners Hub Equips Millennials with Resources
Affordable Lifestyle Directories
'I Have This Friend' Makes Aspirational Living More Accessible
Pet Care Fellowship Programs
Royal Canin and Leap Venture Academy are Uplifting Startups
Inspiring Creator-Focused Decks
TikTok Launches a New Creative Content Inspiration Deck
Business Idea Keyword Checker
Build the Keyword Helps Find Keyword for Optimal Traffic
Burnout-Preventing Toolkits
The Upward Spiral Playbook Offers Strategies to Navigate Challenges
Personal Productivity Planners
PlanPlume Increases Work-Life Balance Through Personalized Planning
Inspirational Learning Management Tools
'Get Inspired' Offers Digestible Snippets of Content
Youth Intern Social Stunts
Louis Vuitton Hires a 13 Year Old Intern After Sketches Went Viral
Curated Website Suggestions
Curation of Curations Finds the Best Sites Based on Your interests
AI-Driven Post-Meeting Tools
Retroideas.ai Suggests Retrospective Topics to Boost Meetings
Joy-Inspired Beauty Campaigns
Ulta Beauty Launches the Joy Project, a Ground-Breaking Study
AI-Powered Marketing Strategies
The M1 Marketing Strategy Generator Will Build a Strategy
Anonymous Gratitude-Exchanging Platforms
'A Little Optimism' Let's People Share Weekly Gratitudes
AI-Powered Freelance Services
Fiverr Helps People Co-Create with Artificial Intelligence
Gen Z-Targeted Credit-Building Tools
Austin Capital Bank Launches the Freekck Credit Builder
AI Business Consultants
15-Minute Business Plans Helps Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
Mindful Sabbatical Planners
This Planner Helps People Navigate and Reflect on the Work Breaks
Layoff-Tracking Job Connectors
Layoff Tracker Helps Those Impacted by Layoffs Find Work
Entrepreneurial Mentorship platforms
GrowthMentor Connects Individuals for 1:1 Support
Streamlined Job Searching Tools
Upply is an All-in-one Tool to Aid Candidates in the Job Search
Work-Life Balance Inbox Enforcers
Inbox Pause Gives Workers Control of Their Inbox
Streamlined Job Application Tools
Flash Apply Saves Candidates Time and Energy
AI Mock Interviews
Users Can Practice for Interviews with Jobs at Top Companies with Firstround AI
Mystery Search Engines
Mystery Search Shows You the Question of the Person Before You
AI-Boosted Enterprise Tools
The 'Innovation Assistant' Assists Ideation and Implementation
Personalized AI Career Roadmaps
Career Recipes by Adaptiv Help Those Navigating Career Challenges
Creator Content Hubs
TikTok Launches a New World Hub to Help Brands Connect with Audiences
AI Elevator Pitch Generators
Elevator Pitch Uses AI to Create Personalized Entrepreneurial Pitches
AI-Enhanced Remote Work Wellbeing
Remote Insight Helps Keep Employees Engaged and Happy
Billboard-Transformed Tent Shelters
Wunderman Thompson Morocco Creates the Life-Saving Outdoors
Supportive Entrepreneurial Communities
The Zenpreneur Community Provides Resources and Support
Retirement Finance Apps
Udeshi Financial Unveils P.R.I.D.E. Framework for Those in Retirement
Briefcase-Compact Office Set-Ups
Worky Designs the Compact and Portable Home Office
Incarcerated Employment Programs
Next Chapter Aims to Create a More Equitable Workplace
Entrepreneur Brand-Building Tools
IndieLogs Helps Founders Stand Out Through Personalized Profiles
Small Business-Supporting Contests
Staples Launches Boost My Biz, Targeted at Canadian Businesses
AI-Enhanced Job Searching Apps
Simplify Leverages AI to Match Candidates with Suitable Positions
City Exploration Apps
Concrete is a Social Exploration App Inviting Users to Discover Their City
Virtual Office Solutions
Undesk is a Virtual Office Space and Productivity Tracker
Post-Launch Entrepreneurial Newsletters
One Year Wiser Interviews People One Year After Launch
Failed Digital Product Databases
Dead Product Marketplace is a Graveyard for Abandoned Projects
Thought Leadership Assistants
Jessica By Queue Uses AI to Streamline Content Creation
AI Website Strategists
AI Steve Can Offer Advice and Insight in a Few Simple Clicks
Empowering Thanksgiving Pies
Stacy's Rise Pies Bring Attention to the Funding Gap
Cocktail-Inspired Togetherness Activations
Smirnoff's Global Connectivity Initiative Launched
Subscription-Based Design Services
NUMI Matches Businesses with High-Quality Designers
HR Productivity Tools
Notion for People & Hiring Offers a Tailored Approach to HR and Hiring
Branded Small Business Contests
Staples Canada Honors Small Businesses with Boost My Biz Contest
Employee Engagement Tools
Triibe Offers Interactive Newsfeed, Polls, Surveys, and More
Remote Worker Networking Apps
Midstay is an App for Remote Workers to Connect
Versatile Marketing Toolkits
Looper Insights Releases a Digital Marketing Insights Tool
Randomly Generated Wisdom Websites
Bottled Wisdom Helps Users with Motivational Quotes
Efficient Fact Generators
Facts Generator Can Produce Interesting Facts About Any Subject
Entrepreneurial Community Building
VenturePals Steps in to Help Solo Entrepreneurs Find Community
Veteran Employment Courses
Home Depot Releases Online Courses for Veterans Seeking Civilian Jobs
Goal-Celebrating Success Platforms
Office Depot Launches the Imagine Success Platform
Diverse Job Connection Platform
FlexRem Caters to Hybrid, Remote, In-Office and More
Digital International Move Support
Country Out Helps People Get Organized Before a Big Move
Business Slogan Generators
The Slogan Generator Will Create a Catchy Slogan for Any Business
Weekly Business Management Tools
KeepWeek Helps Entrepreneurs Stay Organized
Efficient Personalized Idea Newsletters
Sofon Curates Personalized Insights From Numerous Sources
Inclusive Hiring Programs
El Car Wash Launched a Neurodivergent Hiring Program
Streamlined Start-Up Job Searching
Startup Jobs by Binh Pham is a Community for Job Seekers
Improv Scene Generators
Instant Improv Suggestions Bolsters Creativity for Performers
Streamlined Decision-Making Platforms
Wunderboards Aims to Adds Simplicity and Creativity to Work
Efficient Job Outreach Solutions
Career Connect Helps Job Seekers Find Company Emails