How to Start Your First Business in 48 Hours

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⌚️Timestamps:
0:00 - How do you start your first business?
0:33 Start it
4:52 Build it

[@aliabdaal]

Highly recommend getting a copy of Noah's book here: tinyurl.com/2hd7frr3

[@death-istic9586]

Love your videos!💚

[@Aoreami]

im noah wazo..

[@pleqbank]

Is this ur account: @aliabdeal ?

[@fauziasfoodfection5937]

Hi Ali just a comment you always talk about trading 212 which is why I have started looking into it but it is interest based income which you being a Muslim know we are not allowed just wonder have you thought about this aspect at all and I will be so glad if you can tell me any trading platform which is interest free

[@funtastic3271]

I think you are using any online translator for your KZbin scripts in hindi. It's really annoying to listen to such unnatural sentences. I highly recommend you to hire some translator to translate your scripts for you. It will really improve user experience. By the way your content are really awesome.

[@EricMuranoAU]

"Just start" and "do your customer research first" are in contradiction to each other

[@StarlasAiko]

The nice thing about asking friends and family to pay for your service or product is, normally friends and family expect you to do things for them for free. If it is something that they are willing to actually pay you, then strangers would definitely be willing to pay.

[@victoriagibson411]

I just started a mobile Hairstylist business!!! I'm so glad you posted this video!❤

[@amyoungil]

Have to say that is such a great idea. Good luck to you!

[@animista9824]

Respectfully, the hell does that mean?

[@amyoungil]

@@animista9824 I thought/think it means that there is a traveling salon which can drive around town and go to office buildings. People can come downstairs to get their hair cut, instead of driving across town to the salon. Like how a food truck is equipped to cook food and serve it right there, so you don't walk to a restaurant, you can just go downstairs.

[@hawramilani]

This video is PURE GOLD! Will definitely be watching it over and over again. Thank you Ali!

[@thesamuelnam]

So pumped to read this book. I started before I was ready. Even my channel. Such a crucial statement. Just f#$%ing start.

[@molly-jones]

I bought both of your books this weekend! I can't wait to apply them to further grow my Notion Consulting business.

[@elliotserruys]

Perfect timing, I’ve just started a taxi business in Norwich.

[@soramiyazaki5179]

Like I was sitting thinking about business ideas that I have and this video just came out. Perfect timing too.

[@e.m.8094]

Wishing you great success on your taxi business! 🙂

[@kuldeepthegreat]

would like to more about how u did it. please reply if u feel comfortable to discuss

[@fishnsteve]

Is Norwich the same as Sweden? 🤔

[@elliotserruys]

@@fishnsteve Norwich is a city in the east of England.

[@fyzan]

I just started a media agency, this video is really helpful. Thanks ali!

[@gabrielemilioquesquen768]

Same here! Dream Now Media

[@ataraxiediary]

The founder first approach was my 1st business venture 😂 omg I'm so glad I've been changing in 2023.

[@Andyg154]

The timing of this was so spot on. Massively helpful and exactly what I needed to hear. Thank you so much for putting it out!

[@nermeenzaidi106]

Absolutely love how to summarize tips in the simplest way! Thank you!! Very inspiring!

[@SelfLearningGeek]

I am so happy with the new feature: (Voice translation), Keep going Ali🎉🎉

[@TimeforMyStuff]

Just a week ago I thought I could never come up with a business idea, and yesterday I did. I magically became an entrepreneur without even knowing it, and having no idea how I could launch a business. Thanks Ali for teaching us about the business world, by making the knowledge more accesible. Now I definitely feel less lost and more confident than 15 minutes ago

[@afrivox]

So you have a business idea yesterday and all of a sudden, you are magically an entrepreneur. Yeah right.😂

[@Baebae1947]

@@afrivox oh, so you’re not okay. Just a troll trying, and failing, to build a channel lmao.🤣

[@afrivox]

@@Baebae1947 as for the channel, I just grab my phone and say my mind while I walk after dinner and upload on the road. As you can see, no editing, no camera, no animation, no call to sub or do anything, no advertising. I have 4 brothers and 4 sisters and nobody knows I even have a channel. I am not saying i would be a millionaire if I was to put an effort into it, but my skills can yields better returns when used somewhere else. So between my software job, the interpreting gig and my family, I only have that 10 minutes for YT while I walk. But I am ok bro. Don't worry about my channel. In actual facts I have more subs than Elon Musk, Bill Gates and pope Francis combined, if that's the yardstick for success 😆 🤣

[@everydaylearning6862]

What is the idea?

[@gamerdude4465]

This is all a scam

[@linhvuquach]

Great work bro, thank you. I'll keep in mind customer first approach is key

[@w4buildersltd59]

I was watching and listening to Noah's content before. You showed it in a great angle Ali. I love what you do. Inspiring.

[@travelchoice89]

This video provides a fantastic guide for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to kickstart their first business in a weekend. 😍

[@MartinAnderson-ds7fy]

I'm thinking to put some cash in stocks, I was at Salt Shack and i overheard some friends saying its ripe enough, but Is this a good time to buy stocks? I’ve been sitting on over $545K equity from a home sale and I’m not sure where to go from here, is it a good time to buy into stocks or do I wait for another opportunity?

[@WelsonRich]

Off course, but Just because there are opportunities in the market doesn’t mean you should go in blindly. To understand the potential factors that contribute to your financial growth, I'll advise you to seek the help of a professional.

[@WelsonDas-wm4it]

A lot of folks downplay the role of advlsors until being burnt by their own emotions. I remember couple summers back, after my lengthy divorce, I needed a good boost to help my business stay afloat, hence I researched for licensed advisors and came across someone of utmost qualifications. She's helped grow my reserve notwithstanding inflation, from $275k to $850k.

[@WelsonDas-wm4it]

Elisse Laparche Ewing is the licensed fiduciary I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment..

[@levantos]

I got this book yesterday just waiting to finish another book before I get to it but the customer first approach for proof checking the problem you're trying to solve is brilliant. Thanks Ali!

[@jamesnemily]

that's how my wife and i started our english learning studio, we didnt have time for family and life, which is totally normal to live in most oriental countries, so we decide to quit our job first when keep trying different things until we found a little succuss. and voila! tripled our income in 2 year!

[@suhek]

Nice to know 😊

[@mkleng]

Wow, how did you do it?

[@jamesnemily]

@@mkleng ​ we first tried e-commerce, like a lot of guru claimed that you threw shxt to the wall then i would stick, but we couldnt make sustainable income for 6 months so we decided to do something that we had done before - teaching. long story short, you can pick a service that you can provide to people, because this is literally the easiest thing for most of us, you use your time to trade money. you can tell me what you do and what you good at so we can brainstorm for you together. right now we are also trying youtube and tiktok after developed our learning studio

[@is-sam]

Amazing, this comes at a perfect timing because I'm in the process of starting a new business

[@elpro7640]

Ali's energy is so inspiring, love how passionate he is about entrepreneurship.

[@yoosh0]

Today, I was searching for business-related knowledge, and you dropped a video. Thanks, Ali!

[@vanessaprincesssa]

The video is so concise and you summarise the book so well and give great advice. Thank you, Ali! 🎉

[@karaburacar2941]

Brilliant video. Thank you for the shared information and books. As someone starting a business, I would like to mention the book 'The Hidden Truths Of Wealth'. In the book, the story goes really deeper into the secrets of money and making it, so I recommend the book. Congratulations for the video.

[@karaburacar2941]

I personally found it on a page called "Borlest"

[@karaburacar2941]

I personally found it on Borlest.

[@karaburacar2941]

@@matthewthompson0 Borlest

[@burmakara]

@@matthewthompson0 I found it on borlest a week ago

[@karaburacar2941]

BORLEST ..... @@matthewthompson0

[@loricat5606]

I found this helpful, thank you!

[@habeebahoyedokun5634]

Ali is always so on point at the right time

[@ReactiontoPsyche]

exactly:)

[@AwomKenneth]

Clearly and beautifully communicated as always

[@cocoainkyoto]

Thank you so much for sharing this. I feel like this video may have just saved me years of my life.

[@rachelwilliams9847]

I have booked this week off work to get mine started. I have had a slow start but finally picked my name, I am just working on my brand and will start my website tomorrow. I have been sitting on this for many many years - 10+ years! Bold action for me this week.

[@WiktorJurek]

Rachel mate I think you missed the point of this video. Forget the website, forget the name. Go call three friends and ask them if they want your services!

[@GabrielCarvv]

@@WiktorJurek This!

[@bruce0750]

​@@WiktorJurek exactly. And to take things to the next level, actually ask those same friends to pay in advance, even a little bit.

[@afrivox]

​@@bruce0750ha! Good luck with that. Friends paying you for some vague idea you have. Ever heard of Ponzi? If friend start to give you money for nothing, you probably have got stupid friends.... or maybe generous friends😂. Most people starting business will have to use their own damn money to show something. Then if they are lucky to have rich family they could use that. These book theories do not work in real life. And actually how many friends do you personally have that could sell you an idea with no poc,no prototype etc and you start giving them your money? Be honest

[@topbre22]

Good work, but like others have said, contact a few potential customers to find out if it has legs. Before I started my marketing consultancy I was working with a few local businesses before a website.

[@seetsamolapo5600]

Definitely listening to this one after seeing your videos on learning and active recall. By the way I'm from Lesotho, how long did your family spend there before moving to England?

[@barathraj379]

I'm in pursuit to make my first $1 by 31 March. Glad I found this video and book at the right time.

[@LocalBusinessOwnersStory]

started my channel watching your videos 🙏🏻 love your videos always ❤

[@nastiyam23]

Ali, thank you so much for your content. I found and subscribed to you recently on KZbin and cannot stop watching your videos! I have some business ideas, but I had found business approach and have never gotten started. After this video it will change. Thank you so much ❤

[@mindfulgratitude3041]

Always ❤ your content!!!

[@salvaumer4384]

I was planning on side hustle. Its a boost.🎉

[@BonganiTau]

Thanks for sharing, adding this to my TBR

[@maureensmarketing]

Thanks again for another super valuable video, starting a business is transformational 🎉

[@kellykim_xyz]

Just what I needed ☺️ thanks as always Ali!

[@user-wg7fv6bx2q]

Thank you, Ali, for the Arabic translation ❤

[@nonefvnfvnjnjnjevjenjvonej3384]

youtube is such a syndicate. my heart sinks. keep shilling each other's stuff.. keep making money and keep telling people that success is just little bit ahead. i like how noah made all the rounds of the big podcasters with his book which basically can be dialled down into: find an idea, get someone to pay for it. the thing is if noah wasnt born in silicon valley and had become friends with tim ferriss, he would never have made it this big. that is the secret which people dont talk about.

[@carrotlyn]

1000% true. Generational wealth and nepotism affords most successful entrepreneurs the time to hustle and access to the right minds and capital to move things forward.

[@sairamthiagarajan2017]

You’re spot on..

[@pakman2816]

Ok but what’s your solution here ? Should we sit on our hands and do nothing ? I see these videos as short term inspiration and not a blue print for success. Something to spark that little flame to help take a step in the right direction to better myself. I don’t see anything wrong with that. And it sure beats watching baby reindeer on NF.

[@moadly]

I just finished reading this book. I really like how approachable the book is, Noah is super approachable and he makes it feel very doable. Highly recommended book!

[@TheScholarshipFunda]

Your channel serves as a guiding light in the quest for productivity and fulfilment. Thank you for equipping us with evidence-based strategies that truly make a difference!

[@lucastalpe8369]

Thanks for this video. it really helped me and I learned a lot.

[@ilyakushlianski6519]

Super valuable advice about validating your idea first by talking to people. I think many people are afraid of their idea being a failure from the start. And yet they do waste time implementing this first, before eventually failing

[@MbonisiM]

Thank You Ali

[@DeannaMurray-zv]

Transfer of wealth usually occur during market crash, so the more stocks drop, the more I buy, in the meanwhile I'm just focused on making better investments and earning more as recession fear increases, apparently there are strategies to 3x gains in this present market cos I read of someone that pulled a profit of $350k within 6months, and it would really help if you could make a video covering these strategies.

[@WyattSmith-v]

There are many other interesting stocks in many industries that you might follow. You don't have to act on every forecast, so I'll suggest that you work with a financial advisor who can help you choose the best times to purchase and sell the shares or ETFs you want to acquire.

[@Brennanoliver775]

Yes, I've been in constant touch with a Financial Analyst for approximately 8 months. You know, these days it's really easy to buy into trending stocks, but the task is determining when to sell or keep. That's where my manager comes in, to help me with entry and exit points in the industries I'm engaged in. Can’t say I regret it, I’m 40% up in profits just in 5months with my initial capital of $160k.

[@JimmyA.Alvarez]

fascinating! I am new to this whole thing. I've heard that now is a wonderful time to buy, and basically, I have some cash hanging around in the bank that I would really like to spend, especially since inflation is at an all-time high. Who is this coach that helps you, and may I check them up?

[@Brennanoliver775]

I work with Jennifer Lea Jenson, who is a licensed fiduciary. Just look up the name. All the information you need to work with a letter to set up an appointment is included.

[@Erickruiz562]

Thank you for this tip. it was easy to find your coach. Did my due diligence on her before scheduling a phone call with her. She seems proficient considering her résumé.

[@eguonoapute]

Thank you. Told myself this year *it’s time to stop thinking and walk the thought*

[@businesschitchat]

If you are interested to make money from youtube then watch my new video ( youtube 101 )

[@ReactiontoPsyche]

taking action makes me feel less anxious

[@pleqbank]

Thank you for a wonderful explanation on how to build a business. I gotta show this to my kids when they are old enough and hopefully by that time, my business is already profitable and successful ✨

[@pleqbank]

@Aliabdeal is this your account @aliabdaal ?

[@j9A2N0k]

Thanks for a great content, Ali! Would love to get a copy of this book now!

[@isalutfi]

*First 54 seconds on notification. Hi Ali, so happy to watch this new video. Thank you for inspiration. Keep up! 💻🍵*

[@dimitratsotso]

One of your most inspiring videos!

[@huskinesis5012]

Does step one contradict the notion of setting goals and planning how to get there?

[@cybercrusader5164]

I've been putting off talking with people about my idea for fear that no one will buy my service, but I'm realizing that is foolish. Instead I keep lamenting on the lost revenue I am not making each week instead of focusing on what I need to do. Thanks for being that voice to push me forward!

[@ReactiontoPsyche]

totally got you man

[@analystt99]

this is what i just wrote above - this is a terrible idea. Your customers might not be the people you know, they could be all around the world. Relying on people around you to ask them if they will buy before plunging into the world of business is a bad model to follow. If everyone had to do this then we wouldn't have a lot of successful entrepreneurs. Do customer, market, product, and competitor research and analysis then once that gives you a thumbs up, proceed in small doses then use your own already customers to ask them directly how to improve (many successful business people did this and are still doing so, including steve jobs,etc.). Why do you think people run surveys, tests, etc? The people you know might not always be useful. Imagine a software developer trying to build an app to automate daily processes on excel then ask his mechanic neighbour if he would be interested to integrate that into his business, the answer might be no due to cost and simply whatever process right now is working - people aren't always interested to change. With your approach, this would be the end. A business minded person, will know this is not how you get real insights. Sometimes it is, but most of the time - no. Even the silliest idea that no body around you find useful might be lucrative

[@laly51495]

Please talk about the 3rd step ( Grow it ) , I appreciate your efforts and help ❤❤

[@kalix9587]

Very great lesson! Just in time when I was crafting my own ideas of business

[@peterschneider67]

Danke Ali für das tolle, informative Video. Aus dieser Perspektive habe ich es noch nie gesehen. Danke auch für Deutsche Audiospur👍😀

[@Doctorkays]

Thank you so much Ali. This is it❤

[@MedArtMike03]

“The tyranny of how” - So true and I love hearing the little hints of TR’s influence in your content. I like “Now not how” too and will download Noah’s book now. Thanks for all you do Ali! Keep the great videos coming!

[@YousefHamza]

Light bulb = On Thanks for sharing Ali 🙏

[@ReactiontoPsyche]

Hi Ali, It is amazing that I heard about this book and read it almost one year ago and I started my youtube channel few months ago. i am feeling good about what I am doing now. good luck

[@carlosramonmendez]

Amo la pista de audio ❤

[@MogembO]

you've earned a subscriber. thank you a lot for making this video, Ali♥️

[@DrYuanJi]

I've always enjoyed your contents, practical and sincere advices! Thanks Ali!

[@NewPeruvianReacts]

Love this video brother, thanks for the information!

[@intuitivamkt]

Hey Ali, loved the video, but I have a question, your audio is amazing bro, is the room treated? Would you mind telling me whats the size of the room, how much space there is between you and the wall in front of you and if you have sound panels on that wall? Thats a sure mike? All the best

[@opticonor]

This is inspiring, thanks. Great clear audio too 🎉

[@LennyTim]

I just listen to Noah on Steve Chou's podcast promoting this book. Interesting guy with some good things to say.

[@ivandobrev122]

In my humble opinion, this is the best book explanation video that you have made! Thank you Ali Abdaal! Keep going!

[@drasky2000]

Excellent video! I've learnt a lot from it. Many thanks!

[@thebackdoorhq]

All I can say is Thank You...Ali

[@hassansong7630]

*I got the feeling that Ali just saved me 7️⃣ years of figuring out how to build a business.* *God Bless you brother 🙏*

[@dehbrar]

Thank you Ali🤲🏽

[@KayGee_yt]

Any thoughts on how to apply these concepts to product based businesses? Particularly those that are not inventing something new. Nearly all examples were service based or intentions

[@JohnnyOSullivan]

If people are already buying your product or a similar one, then your idea might be already validated, but the question becomes how do you get them to buy from you? What's your USP?

[@steezmunky]

Food for thought -- The big reason why this book is covered is because these guys know each other and the book just came out. So, for marketing.

[@unicornopia]

Yup, they help each other. But that's not wrong. Plus, that doesn't mean what's in the book is wrong or bad, right?

[@steezmunky]

@@unicornopia book quality is a separate discussion. But if the big reason you’re hearing about it now is due to marketing (and not say, a year after the books been out), well, I’ll leave you to decide how you want to trust the messaging and intention from influential people such as them.

[@payne8506]

Food for thought - Are you here to determine if the video is for marketing purposes or to capture information that is worth learning?

[@steezmunky]

@@payne8506 the purpose is clear as day and I'm just dropping my thoughts :D like every other commenter. food for thought - are you here to determine whether I am here to determine the purpose of the video?

[@soundscape26]

@@unicornopia It doesn't but it compromises the objectivity of his review.

[@AdrianaTENORA]

Amazing value in such a short video! It's perfect - no fluff.

[@nileshnilu7902]

Humble request please continue making these kind of videos🎉

[@johanff2862]

This is really helpful, going to try this out forsure!

[@chrsabraham]

Was hoping for this video to come out before I got the book - thanks Ali!

[@Cyrus0w]

Thanks Ali great vid 😊 this video is gonna save me years of wasted time

[@the.infinite.growth]

JUST GET STARTED!

[@TheIndianShopper]

As usual another great video. What is the most effective way to execute the idea from a problem, for example I have some business ideas that originated from my personal life experience, but it requires mechanical expertise, which I do not have. How to approach in such a scenario?

[@3bi573]

This is really inspiring and insightful

[@fabiofrisee]

This is the best video I have seen in the last month

[@canalgtecnologia]

This video is so good. Congratulations

[@BeAr-23932]

most people used to procrastinate about starting a business, but this video change the whole idea to start a business.

[@user-jb1tw4qv3v]

Noah gives such great advice.

[@MATECHTV1]

I love this summary of book, i find reading book boring but listening to people is interesting for me

[@NativeNavigator]

I just bought that and started reading it! I started the challenges.

[@labaikjokhio8718]

you saved me man I was about to give up thankyouuu

[@WillBrownCars]

Love Ali's video! They are helping with my productivity of balancing a normal job and trying to get my KZbin channel consistent!

[@bettinamitchell2465]

I’d love to know what system you use for you slides with video of you anyone know? Is it Loom?

[@ActivateDivineDNA]

Start now not how - you nailed it with this video - thank you so much - I did exactly everything you said new entrepreneurs typically do to start lol

[@folasewaidowu907]

Your videos are just too good 😩 thanks so much Ali!

[@Theway2Mount7Up]

Do you have a book club Ali? I saw a watermark at the start where it showed “Book Club”

[@Theinfiniteconnects]

Thanks very informative Great content 👍

[@ismailibrahim98]

Perfect time ,i ve started 2024 jan, mobile maintenance business in Ethiopia.

[@LearnGermanwithMarzipanfrau]

Customer first is a good idea which makes me think about selling from another point of view. Thank you for that.

[@iGefen]

I just opened my KZbin channel after I decided to just get started and grow from there.. your videos are so helpful for me! Thank you for the inspiration 🙏🏻

[@AdeoluwadaraAdebanjo]

This actually helped clear my head. I always thought something was wrong with me. Thank you so much Ali!!