Not everybody enjoys sitting at a desk for a 9 to 5 job, answering calls, writing reports and answering to superiors. Some people need more than that. It is a good option for them to start a business from home.
A good choice for a home business is a food based business. People who enjoy cooking can start a small restaurant, catering to a local populace. Another branch that could be derived from it is delivering home cooked foods to local organizations and businesses. Such businesses can thrive if provided with proper management. Many such tiny, quaint eateries have grown into well known, niche restaurants