Summary
Running a business inThe Sims 4can be an exciting challenge, but mods take the experience to the next level by adding more customization, functionality, and flexibility. Whether Simmers are looking to expand their Sims' customer base, hire extra employees, or even run a business from home, there’s a mod to enhance every aspect of entrepreneurship.
Some mods improve the core mechanics ofBusinesses & Hobbies, while others introduce new features that make running a shop, salon, or café feel more rewarding. If players are looking to build the ultimate business empire, these mods will give them the tools to make it happen.
Each of these mods requires theBusinesses & Hobbiesexpansion pack to function. Some also require dependency files and other DLC packs. Please refer to the creator’s website for instructions, updates, and further assistance.
10More Small Business Logos
Expanding Branding Options
Customizing a small businessis an essential part of making it feel unique, andMore Small Business Logostakes that to the next level. While theBusinesses & Hobbiesexpansion introduced a solid selection of logos, sometimes Sims need just the right design to match their vision. With 130 additional icons, this mod ensures that every type of business has a fitting logo, whether it’s a hybrid with multiple activities or a straightforward shop.
The expanded selection opens up even more creative possibilities, helping businesses stand out in a crowded marketplace. No matter the theme or function of the establishment, Sims will find the perfect logo to represent it.
9More Small Business Visitors
Boost Foot Traffic & Profits
Running a small business is all about balancing efficiency and customer satisfaction, and theMore Small Business Visitorsmod raises the stakes. Normally,businesses with helpful perk pointsand maxed-out renown can host up to eight customers at a time, but with this tweak, that number climbs up to 14.
More visitors means more sales opportunities, but also a greater challenge. Keeping everyone happy will put Sims' entrepreneurial skills to the test. The increased foot traffic can lead to higher profits, making it easier to grow businesses. If players are looking to create a more bustling, high-energy shop, this mod is the perfect way to do it.
8More Small Business Employees
Expanding Workforce For A Thriving Business
With more customers, keeping up with demand can become overwhelming. That’s where this mod comes in. By default, businesses only allow three hired employees (aside from the owner), which can make managing a busy shop a challenge.More Small Business Employeeslets Sims bring on an additional three workers.
With more employeesworking hard at their new job, the business gets faster service, happier customers, and a better chance of turning a high-traffic business into a well-oiled machine. Whether Sims are running a bustling café, a thriving retail store, or a lively salon, having extra hands on deck makes all the difference.
7Higher Business Activity Limit
More Activities, More Possibilities, More Potential
A dynamic business thrives on variety, but the default five-slot limit for business activities can feel restrictive. With so many possible activities, especially considering thosefrom integrated DLC packs, players often have to narrow their vision. This mod expands the limit by adding three extra slots, allowing for more complex businesses.
A single lot can function as a petting zoo, garden center, farmer’s market, and café all at once, giving customers more to do and keeping things fresh. The ability to save these setups as presets means players can easily recreate their favorite business concepts later on.
6Tend Activity Expanded
Better Employee Management & More Versatile Service
Efficient employees make for a smoother business, and theTend Activity Expandedmod gives them more ways to help. Originally, the “Tend Coffee Bar” employee task only applied to coffee and tea bars, limiting its usefulness in businesses witha variety of drink and food stations. With this mod, that task now extends to food stalls, espresso bars, and bubble tea counters.
This makes it much easier to run businesses that offer multiple types of refreshments, without micromanaging staff. Whether Sims own a café, a trendy boba shop, or a food court, employees will keep things running with minimal intervention.
5Invisible Small Business Objects
A Mod For Builders & Designers
For builders who want complete creative freedom, this mod is a game-changer. In the baseBusinesses & Hobbiessystem, small business items must be placed on designated displays for customers to browse and buy.Invisible Small Business Surfacesintroduces invisible surfaces, clothing racks, and painting walls, allowing players to sell items without relying on the standard retail displays.
With the bb.moveobjects cheat enabled, builders can place these invisible objects anywhere and then align them with shelves, tables, walls, or even the floor for a seamless look. Players can create stores with wall-mounted clothing, or an art gallery with paintings for sale.
4Small Businesses Do Not Close
Bypass The Bylaws Of The Better Business Bureau
For Sims who never want to close up shop with their small businessesand retail stores, this mod removes the usual time restrictions on business hours. Normally, businesses must shut down after 23 hours to prevent employees from being overworked, but with this tweak, owners can keep their doors open indefinitely.
This is perfect for 24/7 convenience stores, late-night diners, or any business that thrives around the clock. Employees will still need breaks, but the business itself never has to close.
3Club & Business Activity Expanded
More Ways To Engage Club Members & Customers
The Sims 4: Get Togetherremains one of the most widely used expansion packs, but its activity options can feel limiting, especially when combined with theBusinesses & Hobbiessystem. TheClub & Business Activity Expandedmod extends the selection by adding 216 newactivities that can be assigned to clubs, small business customers, and small business employees.
While most activities work for clubs, some are designed specifically for businesses, such as “Tend Market Stalls.” With activities pulled from 32 different packs, this mod ensures that no matter what kind of business or club Sims are running, there are plenty of ways to keep Sims engaged.
2Get Makeovers (Businesses & Hobbies Activity)
Get Paid To Give Makeovers To Customers And Townies
The hair andmakeup station fromGet Famoushas always been a favorite tool for townie makeovers, but withBusinesses & Hobbies, it surprisingly lacked business functionality. TheGet Makeovers (Business & Hobbies Activity)mod fixes that by allowing Sims to run a full-fledged beauty salon and earn money for their styling skills.
Customers can pay for three types of services: full appearance styling (which takes players into Create-A-Sim for a complete makeover), hairstyling (which gives them a random new hairdo), and makeup application (which applies a random makeup look). Prices range from 40 to 400 Simoleons, depending on the service. Whether players choose to play a celebrity stylist or just want to help townies look their best, this mod makes beauty businesses feel complete.
1Live In Business
Run Any Business From The Comfort Of Sims' Homes
One of the biggest draws ofBusinesses & Hobbiesis the ability to operate small businesses from home. Unfortunately, this doesn’t apply to certain venues like restaurants, gyms, bars, and retail stores. TheLive In Businessmod removes that limitation byintroducing new lot traitsand settings that let Sims run an even wider variety of businesses from their residential lots.
Sims can live above their café, operate a home gym, or even run a full-scale retail shop without ever leaving their property. It’s perfect for family-run businesses, immersive storytelling, or simply cutting down on loading screens. If players ever dreamed of running a restaurant out of their Sims' kitchens or turning their home into a bustling nightclub, this mod makes it possible.
