If you’re thinking of changing your career, you may feel overwhelmed by the number of options available. However, this can be a double-edged sword. There are many options, but everyone ahead of you already has more experience, connections, and maybe even talent. Still, suppose you want to find a career that lets you indulge in your creativity and work for yourself. If that sounds like you, here are five business ideas for people who want to create. 

Freelance Writing

Writing is a great way to embrace your creativity, but writing a book and getting it published can be a struggle. This doesn’t mean don’t follow this dream, but instead supplement it with a career that lets you write and make money. This step-by-step guide to becoming a successful freelance writer can help you determine if it’s the right career for you, and although you may need to work on a few low-value projects initially, they will help you boost your portfolio and find your niche. 

Food Truck 

If you have a passion for food and creating authentic dishes inspired by days in the kitchen with your grandmother, a food truck could be the answer. Here, you’re not restricted to the menu you find at any restaurant. You can design your meals and put your unique spin on things, including flavors, combos, and more. Of course, you’ll need to obtain a food handlers card as well as permits to sell food to customers before you can realize this dream, so get all of that organized beforehand.

Woodworking 

When you think of doing something creative, woodworking may not be the first thing you consider. But, if you have the tools and the talent, you can establish a successful business where you work from your garage. It may be best to start small by making manageable furniture or home decor. Once you get enough money to upgrade your tools (and your ambition), you can start thinking of more impressive pieces to sell online or at your local market. 

Graphic Designer 

Graphic design is another fantastic way to embrace your creativity and there are many avenues you can take with it. From poster design to logo creation and more, your graphic design company can cover as many niches as you like. You never know, you might become responsible for an iconic ad that makes people stop, admire, share, and talk about it. 

Photography 

Photography is a creative career available to anyone, especially if you consider that you have a camera with you at all times, even if it isn’t a professional camera. Your phone is the first step towards helping you get into photography, and if you feel you’re pretty good at it, you can upgrade to an entry-level camera soon enough. Combine this with editing software and a website (and Instagram account) for your portfolio, and you may be more in demand than expected. 

Here To Create

Finding a career where you can create can make your job more exciting, especially if you don’t work on the same thing every day. This offers some variety, and although there will still be a few things you don’t enjoy, you might feel free and like you’re finally doing something that matters, at least to you.