human
I want to start a small business, but I don't have any ideas.
assistant
That's not unusual! Many people who start businesses don't have an idea when they begin. The first step is to brainstorm and come up with as many ideas as you can. You could also research the market and see if there are any gaps in the marketplace that you could fill. Once you've done this, narrow down your list of ideas and focus on one or two. Then develop a plan for how you will make your idea a reality. This may involve doing some market research, creating a business model, and finding funding.