I Used This ChatGPT Prompt To Discover 81 Profitable Niches

No Guesswork Needed

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If you want to earn a profit, then you need to build trust.

To build trust, you need to solve others’ problems either by saving their time or money.

But we don’t know what problems people are facing, so we can solve our problems or find the ones that people face; this is called niche finding.

Before finding a niche, remember this

A profitable niche = Growing Trend + Real Customer Pain + Low Competition + Willingness to Pay + Your Ability to Serve It.

The prompt I’ve shared systematically explores all these ingredients.

The Prompt

I want you to act as an expert business strategist, market researcher, consumer trend analyst, and niche discovery consultant, all combined into one. Your task is to help me discover unique and highly profitable niche markets. You must think deeply, broadly, and systematically across industries, customer segments, and emerging trends.

For this purpose, I want you to perform the following steps in a detailed and logical manner and make sure that you do not skip any part of these steps:

#1. Industry Scanning (Comprehensive Industry Brainstorming)

List at least 20 different industries or market sectors, ensuring a wide coverage of both traditional and emerging fields. Include industries such as:

1. Technology (AI, SaaS, IoT, Blockchain, etc.)

2. Health & Wellness

3. Education

4. Sustainability/Green Energy

5. Remote Work Tools

6. Food & Beverage

7. Parenting & Childcare

8. Elderly Care

9. Pets

10. Digital Nomad Lifestyle

11. Ethical Fashion

12. Personal Finance

13. Gaming & Esports

14. Creative Arts & Crafts

15. Outdoor & Adventure

16. Mental Health

17. Home Automation

18. DIY & Maker Culture

19. Spirituality & Mindfulness

20. Micro-mobility (eBikes, Scooters)

#2. Micro-Niche Identification Within Each Industry

For each of the 20 industries, brainstorm 3–5 specific micro-niches or sub-niches that:

1. Serve a narrow or overlooked customer segment

2. Solve a very specific problem that general competitors ignore

3. Have the potential for profitable digital or physical products, services, or platforms

Provide at least 60 total micro-niche ideas.

For example:

In Health & Wellness: “AI-powered sleep optimization tools for shift workers”

In Gaming: “Retro-style indie games with permadeath mechanics for hardcore nostalgia gamers”

#3. Trend, Technology & Social Shift Integration

For the most promising 15 micro-niches, explain how they intersect with current or emerging trends such as:

1. AI/ML personalization

2. Aging population

3. Environmental sustainability

4. Remote/hybrid work evolution

5. Digital collectibles (NFTs, etc.)

6. Consumer privacy concerns

7. Mental health awareness

8. Longevity & biohacking movements

9. Creator economy growth

10. Global nomadism

11. etc.

Explain how these trends make the niche especially timely or future-proof.

#4. Problem-Pain Mapping

For the top 10 niche ideas from above, outline:

1. The exact problem(s) the target customer faces

2. Why existing solutions are inadequate or inconvenient?

3. Why these pain points remain unsolved by mainstream businesses?

Include demographic details such as age, income level, lifestyle preferences, location (if relevant), and psychographic insights (e.g., values, beliefs, desires).

#5. Profitability Potential Assessment

For the same top 10 niches, analyze:

1. Market size potential (small, medium, large — with rough estimation if possible)

2. Expected customer willingness to pay (low, moderate, high)

3. Barriers to entry (low, medium, high)

4. Scalability (local, national, global)

Possible monetization models (subscription, one-time purchase, ads, affiliate, SaaS, DTC physical products, coaching/consulting, marketplaces, etc.)

#6. Competition Gap Analysis

For the top 5 niche ideas, perform a competition gap analysis:

1. Identify the main players, if any (companies, startups, creators)

2. Analyze their weaknesses, limitations, or underserved customer needs

Propose specific differentiation strategies for a new entrant (e.g., superior UX, cheaper pricing, personalization, community-building, gamification)

#7. Suggested Digital Products, Physical Products, or Services

For the top 5 most profitable and low-competition niches, recommend:

1. At least 3 digital product ideas (apps, courses, software, templates, guides, tools)

2. At least 3 physical product ideas (custom hardware, consumer goods, wearables, eco-friendly items)

3. At least 3 service ideas (coaching, subscription boxes, niche marketplaces, consulting services)

These should be original, creative, and customized to solve the exact niche problem.

#8. Validation Plan

For the final top 3 niche opportunities, propose a step-by-step plan to validate demand, including but not limited to:

1. Search trend analysis (Google Trends)

2. Keyword research

3. Audience polling or surveys

4. MVP (Minimum Viable Product) ideas

5. Pre-sale or waitlist building methods

6. Paid ad test suggestions (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn)

#9. Long-Term Potential Assessment

For each of these top 3 niches, answer:

1. Is this a short-term trend or long-term shift?

2. What market forces could increase or decrease its profitability in 3–5 years?

3. How defensible is the niche against future competition?

#10. Final Summary Table

Present your findings in a clear comparison table with these columns:

| Niche Idea | Problem Solved | Trend Alignment | Competition Level | Profit Potential | Scalability | Suggested Product/Service | Validation Strategy |

Important Instructions:

1. Do NOT suggest obvious, saturated niches like “weight loss coaching” or “dropshipping general products”.

2. Aim for unusual, untapped, high-potential opportunities.

3. Think creatively, strategically, and cross-industry.

4. Prioritize digital or scalable businesses, but do not ignore interesting physical product or service niches.

5. Consider both B2B and B2C possibilities.

6. Your output should be detailed, practical, and data-driven in every step.

End this process with a comprehensive insight summary explaining the most surprising or counterintuitive discoveries.

The Best Way To Use This Prompt

You can run this prompt in one go, but I believe to get started, first of all you tell ChatGPT about your objectives.

For example, first of all, you can insert this prompt:

I am an aspiring entrepreneur interested in finding an untapped profitable niche market for building a digital product, service, or e-commerce business. I want original, future-proof, and creative ideas, not saturated markets.

This way, ChatGPT will understand what exactly you are looking for and how the chat session will go.

Now the second step is to break the prompt into parts.

For example; just paste the role and the first two sections of the prompt that are Industry Scanning and Micro-Niche Identification Within Each Industry.

This will give better responses from ChatGPT, and you can then proceed step-by-step in the same way.

Also, you can pause anywhere and ask for more details like:

Give me 5 more niches in the ‘Remote Work’ and ‘Pet’ sectors? These look promising.

Or

Pause here. Give me a detailed customer persona, top pain points, potential product ideas, and early monetization strategies for this [single] niche only.

This also helps you to go deep down into a goldmine of ideas that other aspiring entrepreneurs are likely to miss.

In addition, if you get the outputs with too much text, then you can ask ChatGPT to summarize in tabular format like:

Summarize these top 5 niches in a comparison table with key columns: Market Size | Pain Point | Competition Level | Scalability | Monetization Ideas

Recommendation: If you’re seriously brainstorming to start something then save the niche ideas into Notion, Word, or Excel.

What not to do?

1. Don’t ask for instant profitable niches without a process. ChatGPT will give you surface-level suggestions that are not very helpful.

2. Don’t skip the steps of this prompt. Each part of this prompt is meant to create rare and well-researched insight.

3. Don’t stop once you get your first niche. When you dig deep down in each industry, there will be many undiscovered profitable niches. You just need to use the prompt appropriately.

The List of Niches I Found

#1. Technology (AI, SaaS, IoT, Blockchain)

1. AI-driven copywriting tools for technical academic research papers.

2. Blockchain solutions for authenticating rare collectible sneakers.

3. SaaS platforms for automating small law firm document workflows.

4. IoT devices for monitoring soil health in rooftop urban farms.

5. AI-powered tax compliance assistants for digital nomads.

#2. Health & Wellness

1. Personalized gut microbiome analysis kits for vegan athletes.

2. Subscription-based anti-screen strain supplements for remote workers.

3. Meditation VR experiences tailored for people with ADHD.

4. Postpartum recovery wearable tech for new mothers.

5. AI-driven sleep coaching apps for night-shift healthcare workers.

#3. Education

1. AR-enhanced history learning platforms for middle school students.

2. Online academies teaching soft skills for non-native English speakers in tech.

3. Coding bootcamps exclusively for women over 40 transitioning careers.

4. Bite-sized finance literacy courses for gig economy workers.

5. Gamified STEM kits for children with dyslexia.

#4. Sustainability / Green Energy

1. Eco-friendly packaging consulting for artisanal soap makers.

2. DIY solar energy kits for van-life enthusiasts.

3. Upcycled fashion materials marketplace for independent designers.

4. Apps tracking personal carbon credits for frequent flyers.

5. Smart home water conservation devices for apartments.

#5. Remote Work Tools

1. Virtual coworking spaces for digital artists.

2. SaaS platforms for async communication in global NGO teams.

3. AI time-blocking planners for neurodiverse remote workers.

4. Ergonomic furniture subscription services for home offices.

5. Mental health check-in apps for distributed engineering teams.

#6. Food & Beverage

1. Plant-based protein snacks for mountain climbers.

2. Virtual cooking classes for newlyweds.

3. Ultra-local honey subscription services.

4. Meal kits designed for people with rare metabolic disorders.

5. CBD-infused beverages targeting menopausal women.

#7. Parenting & Childcare

1. Eco-friendly diapers designed for premature babies.

2. Parenting coaching for first-time adoptive parents.

3. Interactive storybooks for multilingual families.

4. Subscription toy rotation services for Montessori households.

5. Smart pacifiers that monitor infant hydration.

#8. Elderly Care

1. Wearables that detect early Parkinson’s tremors.

2. Remote fitness coaching for seniors living alone.

3. Digital legacy vaults (secure memory/photo/video storage).

4. Fall-detection home automation devices.

5. Easy-use smartphones for tech-averse elderly.

#9. Pets

1. AI health monitors for senior cats.

2. Subscription “barkuterie” boards for dog birthdays.

3. GPS-trackers for exotic birds.

4. Mobile vet clinics specializing in reptiles.

5. Meditation music streaming for anxious pets.

#10. Digital Nomad Lifestyle

1. Co-living booking platforms for traveling families.

2. WiFi quality mapping apps for rural work locations.

3. Budget-friendly portable solar charger kits.

4. Legal/tax consulting services for multi-country freelancers.

#11. Ethical Fashion

1. Upcycled denim fashion for petite women.

2. Biodegradable footwear for festival-goers.

3. Blockchain-based transparency apps for ethical fashion brands.

4. Fair-trade maternity wear lines.

5. Custom-fitted plus-size sustainable lingerie.

#12. Personal Finance

1. Apps helping freelancers optimize quarterly tax filings.

2. Micro-investing platforms for Gen Z in developing countries.

3. Personalized financial planning for parents of special needs children.

4. Retirement calculators for part-time gig workers.

5. Budgeting tools for recent immigrants.

#13. Gaming & Esports

1. Retro-style indie horror games for mobile VR.

2. Twitch streaming overlays for non-English speaking creators.

3. AR-based tabletop RPG tools for dungeon masters.

4. Haptic feedback gloves for home arcade setups.

#14. Creative Arts & Crafts

1. Eco-friendly resin crafting kits.

2. Online masterclasses for folk instrument building.

3. 3D printing templates for tabletop miniature gamers.

4. Art therapy subscription boxes for burnout recovery.

5. Digital calligraphy courses for Islamic artists.

#15. Outdoor & Adventure

1. Cold-weather survival gear for winter campers.

2. Eco-conscious scuba diving accessories.

3. Solar-powered portable pizza ovens for vanlifers.

4. Adventure travel planning apps for solo female trekkers.

5. Ultra-lightweight camping furniture for bikepackers.

#16. Mental Health

1. Therapy journaling apps for high-achieving introverts.

2. Burnout recovery retreats for startup founders.

3. Grief counseling VR simulations.

4. Meditation programs for long-haul truck drivers.

5. AI chatbots for post-divorce support groups.

#17. Home Automation

1. Smart composting bins for urban dwellers.

2. Elder-friendly voice-controlled home assistants.

3. Energy-saving automation kits for old apartments.

4. DIY smart greenhouse controllers.

5. Smart pantry inventory apps for minimalists.

#18. DIY & Maker Culture

1. Electronics repair kits for vintage audio equipment.

2. 3D-printed prosthetic DIY kits for developing countries.

3. Open-source CNC routers for hobbyists.

4. Jewelry-making tools for upcycled plastics.

5. Biohacking implant kits for body mod enthusiasts.

#19. Spirituality & Mindfulness

1. Sound bath subscription boxes.

2. Journaling tools for Muslim women.

3. Minimalist altar design services.

4. Meditation content for construction workers.

#20. Micro-mobility (eBikes, Scooters)

1. Anti-theft GPS systems for e-scooter fleets.

2. Folding eBike designs for urban apartment dwellers.

3. Portable solar eBike chargers.

4. Subscription services for child-seat equipped cargo bikes.

That’s it.