How I accidentally found a niche in my own backyard
About 10 years ago I bought a cabin in the woods. Nothing terrifically fancy. Just a getaway where we can go and relax and let the dog run to his hearts content. The property is mostly wooded except for a half acre of lawn that is in constant need of attention.
Recently I've been struggling with thatch build up and decided to take some action to see what I might do to improve the look of the place.
I'm kind of a fanatic when it comes to keeping the lawn cut and the edges near the rock gardens neatly trimmed and suddenly it occured to me that this would be a perfect niche for a website.
How many hundreds of property owners struggle with the same problems as myself - cutting, dethaching, aeration, overseeding, etc. All the kinds of problems that need solution.
Simple, right?!
For the longest time I have struggled to come up with an idea that stems from a personal interest. Something I do everyday that I thoroughly enjoy. Something I love to talk about and find ways putz round with.
It didn't need to be an earth changing idea. It stems from one of my abiding passions. It is scalable and is of interest and of help to many, many other people with a similar interests and problems to solve.
So, I fired up a new website and have been busy as a beaver writing content about everything lawn care related. And thanks to Wealthy Affiliate's new HUBs feature I am never at a loss for new content ideas.
So, the next time you feel challenged to come up with a useful website idea, look no further than something you are passionate about. You might just find it right under your feet in your own back yard.
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Awesome Dan, you are going to come across niche ideas and ideas for your niche in the most natural and local places. Always keep your eyes and ears open, you never know when you are going to be able to find your next big idea!
It actually came as a big surprise when I kind of stumbled upon it. It was a "Eureka" moment. Love the HUBS.
Wow, that's awesome, Dan!
Sounds like it fits you. I am sure you'd make out great in this endeavor.
Abie
"Do what you love and the money will follow" Doing what you really like to do is the key. Looking forward to some intersting results. I'll keep you posted..
I think what's interesting about this is just how in the moment this feels. I can bring my experiences to situations and offer help from someone who is discovering answers along with my audience. It's going to make the content writing so much more personal and immediate.
Totally! Your happiest moment... A new passion discovery... Your eyes lit up... You are ready to engage and pursue... It is indeed as you describe.
This also happens when I learn something new and all those "aha" moments.
I learn by being curious. I ask myself, "Why?" or "What if?" and see where that path leads me.
That's so wonderful, Dan! I appreciate the sharing here... and how you came about it.
Abie
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Agreed, Dan! Passion and the HUB's content ideas can lead to a winning website.
Best wishes for the new website!
Thank you.