Building and Selling Simple Websites for Small Businesses in Your City

The Local Business Side Hustle: Creating Simple Websites That Sell

While many small business owners are great at what they do, most still lack a proper website. That’s where I stepped in—offering clean, one-page websites at affordable rates. And yes, they sell like hotcakes.

Why Small Businesses Need Websites

From barbershops to catering services, customers now search online before they visit or call. A basic website adds instant credibility and helps small business owners:

• Show up on Google
• List services and prices
• Share contact info and reviews

How I Started Offering Website Services

• Created 3 sample one-page sites (mockups)
• Shared in local entrepreneur groups
• Offered a “first client” price to build portfolio

Tools I Use (No Coding Required)

• WordPress with Astra or Kadence themes
• Canva for graphics
• Namecheap for domain setup
• WhatsApp for client communication

Pricing and Strategy

• Starter websites: Rp500k–Rp1.5 juta
• Optional add-ons: Google Maps, WhatsApp button, product gallery
• Delivery time: 3–5 days

Final Thoughts

You don’t need to be a full-stack developer to build websites. If you understand design, layout, and what local clients want—you’re already ahead.