Today, I’m excited to share 5 proven business ideas you can launch as a content creator.

These ideas come with exact examples, pros and cons, and even difficulty levels, so you can decide which one suits you best.

Having tried most of these myself, I can give you an insider’s perspective on what works—and what doesn’t.

Let’s dive in.

1. Digital Products

Difficulty Level: Easy

Digital products are the perfect starting point for any content creator.

As you grow your audience, you’ll naturally develop a skill set for creating content.

But monetizing it—that’s a different game altogether.

Starting with something manageable, like a digital product, can be the perfect entry point.

For example, a simple color-grading LUT uploaded to a platform like Gumroad could generate more profit than a flashy $100K/month startup.

How? Because with minimal overhead, your profit margins are massive.

I recommend every content creator start here.

I still sell digital products today and make passive income from them—whether I’m at the gym, eating, or even sleeping.

That’s the beauty of this model:

• Create a product once.

• Host it on a platform like Gumroad or your own website.

• Use social media to drive traffic.

If you’re curious about how I made $250K+ with one digital product, check out this video.

2. Physical Products

Difficulty Level: Hard

For those ready to take on a challenge, physical products can help you build a massive brand.

Take Alessio Pierucci, for example, who created a unique brand called Everyday Seamoss and integrates his products seamlessly into his content.

Pros:

• High scalability.

• Less competition due to higher barriers to entry.

Cons:

• Requires significant investment for manufacturing, inventory, and logistics.

• Comes with higher risks.

My Advice:

Start with low-risk models like digital products to build cash reserves.

Once you’ve generated steady cash flow, you can reinvest in larger ventures like physical products, software, or apps.

3. Software or Apps

Difficulty Level: Hard

Similar to physical products, software requires upfront investment, especially for hiring developers.

The good news?

You can test a minimum viable product (MVP) with your audience before fully committing, allowing you to gauge interest without wasting money.

Another perk: Software businesses are highly scalable and can be sold for 5x-10x yearly profits.

For instance, a business earning $100K annually could sell for $500K-$1M.

While I’ve never built a software company, I did run an e-commerce brand solely using organic marketing, and later sold it.

4. Cohorts

Difficulty Level: Medium

Cohorts offer an exciting alternative to traditional video courses.

Instead of pre-recorded content, you deliver your expertise live, interacting with students in real time.

You’re essentially creating a course as you teach, with the added benefit of repurposing those live sessions into a standalone product.

This is exactly how I structure Creator World 2.0—with weekly Q&A calls that are recorded and stored within the program.

Successfully launching a cohort requires some technical know-how:

• Setting up automations.

• Building excitement for the launch.

• Managing live sessions with the right tools and equipment.

That’s why I recommend starting with simpler models, like digital products, to build confidence and experience before diving into live teaching.

5. Brand Sponsorships

Difficulty Level: Easy

This is one of the simplest ways to monetize your audience early on.

Rather than chasing random sponsorships, focus on brands that align with your niche.

For example, I recently partnered with a luxury watch brand that perfectly fits my content around motivation and success.

One of my Creator World 2.0 members, Jake, started landing deals with ergonomic chair brands simply by creating relatable, high-quality content from his home setup.

This model allows you to:

• Earn money without developing your own products.

• Receive free products while getting paid to create content.

Jake is from the Philippines, proving you can do this anywhere in the world.

The most important step is to start.

You don’t need a perfect setup, a massive audience, or a big budget.

With just a phone, Wi-Fi, and the right knowledge, you can build something incredible.

That’s exactly what I teach in Creator World 2.0—no matter your location, experience, or age.

So, if you want my help in getting started, tap here.