Starting A Business Alone - Solopreneur Advice From A $10M Founder

[@nataliehong9399]

There really are more and more people starting one person businesses. Its a growing trend this year for sure.

[@thefailedfounder]

Goldman Sachs also shared the creator economy alone is set to hit half a trillion dollars over the next 5 years. So that solo business category alone is a sign for the growing number of solopreneurs!

[@schlamps]

Agreed! Just came from the fear video

[@trongriffinproductions7159]

Starting a business alone is the easiest it has ever been with all the technology we can use. I like the idea of being customer-friendly instead of just being someone looking to make a sale while not having a good relationship with the customers.

[@thefailedfounder]

Truth! Be customer obsessed even post sale.

[@JayC-vc1yh]

The idea of being an Solopreneur is ideal for me. Listening to all your advices for a quite while now and I must say that I have more confidence whenever I am engaged in my day to day tasks! So thanks man!

[@thefailedfounder]

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[@iamanamikad]

Currently operating as a solopreneur/solo creator and growing my small youtube channel. This video was really helpful

[@thefailedfounder]

Your super welcome. Good luck, remember consistency is key! I genuinely think patience is one of the biggest boring but necessary factors for success.

[@farida15366]

This video is exactly the inspiration I needed. I've been putting off starting my own business for a while and this was exactly the advice I needed to feel confident enough to take the plunge. I can't thank you enough for sharing these

[@thefailedfounder]

Good luck! You got this!

[@jamesmichael6186]

Loads of goodness, jam-packed into an 8-minute KZbin! great stuff Tashi!

[@thefailedfounder]

Thanks James!

[@stj4mw]

This is exactly the inspiration I needed. I've been putting off starting my solo business venture for a while, this is exactly the type of advice I needed to get enough confidence to take the leap. Can't thank you enough for sharing these tips freely for all of us. ❤

[@thefailedfounder]

You got this!

[@joannanguyen4810]

Your advice are genuine and with me viewing your videos. Your love for business is written all over you. Obviously business is not easy but when a person is in. There is a reward towards every ounce of living.

[@thefailedfounder]

Thank you for your kind words! I’m glad my genuine interest in helping aspiring people out there comes through

[@tonylars4128]

Started my business alone recently and all the things you said in this ring true. You know your stuff!

[@thefailedfounder]

Nice Tony! A lot of people are going solo these days which is great since it means more people are trying.

[@Ushi1o]

There's a lot of people trying to start a business alone nowadays, this video will help those guys out a ton. Really good video.

[@thefailedfounder]

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[@SokolVjerdha]

That drill :p Love the points that you making Tashi! Depending on the path, personally would add X!

[@thefailedfounder]

Haha yea that fire drill got me. I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@theluxurychaser]

Thanks for breaking down the steps of these successful solopreneurs. I've been a follower of Graham Stephen for years. His podcasts are great too!

[@thefailedfounder]

That’s awesome to hear - yea he’s great!

[@apostlejaden338]

You pretty much summed it up. I have no other questions about on how to start a business and how to let it grow

[@thefailedfounder]

Great! Looking forward to hearing about your startup in the comments sometime in the near future!

[@Deryk_td8891]

Solopreneuers unite!

[@thefailedfounder]

it really is a golden age to fly solo

[@janehardman5639]

As a solopreneur, I can only wish that I had access to your channel 15 years ago. To say that it would have gone along way for me would be an understatement. Another great video.

[@thefailedfounder]

Thanks Jane. A Harvard study was done showing the most successful entrepreneurs were in their 40s so it’s never too late!

[@marriagereset]

If you want to work for yourself and FREEDOM is your HIGHEST value then go at it yourself If you want to do something BIG and IMPACT is your biggest value, then you need a team with you Know what you WANT before you dive deep

[@thefailedfounder]

Time is such a valuable asset I agree. Even Justin Welsh himself says the biggest flex in modern society is having the freedom to work on your own schedule.

[@PumpkinRust-zj4zc]

Good stuff! It’s crazy how convincing some of these fake slots can be. Thanks for shedding light on this.

[@thefailedfounder]

🙌

[@martialshowdown2276]

Thank you for the tips! I was thinking about starting a business, and this is great info. Your insights have given me the confidence and guidance I needed to begin.

[@thefailedfounder]

Thank you for your time and attention. I’m glad it helped give you that little nudge, once you get started you might surprise yourself and find the side hustle snowballing into something full time

[@aydejay]

We’re definitely living in the golden era of the attention economy right now. There’s so much opportunity out there. People think it’s too late to start a KZbin channel or a Substack. But that’s not the case. These platforms are only going to get bigger!!

[@thefailedfounder]

Looking forward to talking to you about substack Andrew and getting your help there!

[@aydejay]

💯

[@schlamps]

Great video mate!

[@thefailedfounder]

Haha cheers Walshy sad you’re moving!

[@bhavnapandey7928]

Your videos have really helped me in growing my business a lot. Especially this video because it gives great advices on one-person business and I own a one-person business too. Thanks!

[@thefailedfounder]

That’s great to hear. Go get em!

[@Lukas19f]

Awesome video with great advice for solo entrepreneurs. The hilarious blooper was relatable for anyone filming. Thanks for sharing tips on starting a business alone. Having recently started my own business, your advice is spot on. Truly inspiring insights from a successful solopreneur-thanks for the motivation!

[@thefailedfounder]

Haha glad you enjoyed the fire drill

[@unemployedceo4749]

Thanks for sharing video about Starting A Business Alone Solopreneur Advice

[@thefailedfounder]

You got it! My pleasure 🫡

[@AfterOneBiz]

Awesome video mate, so much helpful advice for those who want to go it alone. The blooper was gold, got to love those out of the blue interruptions while you’re trying to film 🎥 😂

[@thefailedfounder]

Thanks! Haha yea for sure I totally forgot what I was saying too haha - took my a minute to get back into the flow!

[@antitak.4144]

You know I feel inspired from your video

[@thefailedfounder]

🕺 you got this

[@TheJrockfreak]

As someone who is starting my own business, you offered some great tips in this video.

[@thefailedfounder]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Davidortegapersona]

Being a Solo businessman I'm always keen to hear advices specially from such knowledge full videos looking forward to more of your content.

[@thefailedfounder]

Thanks Carlos! Good luck with your solo venture you got this!

[@JohnSmith-ix3sm]

This video is incredibly insightful for anyone considering starting a business on their own. The advice is invaluable and truly on point.

[@thefailedfounder]

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[@mundomagicoatelie5754]

Launching a solo business has never been simpler, thanks to the plethora of technology at our disposal. I'm drawn to the concept of prioritizing customer friendliness over merely chasing sales, fostering meaningful relationships with clients instead.

[@thefailedfounder]

Ooo love your use of the word plethora agreed tech makes it a lot easier - it’s the golden age to try.

[@kasiastelmach]

I love this, to the point very inspiring and I know you didn’t plan the fire drill but I think everyone can relate to this 😂!

[@thefailedfounder]

Thanks Kasia! Haha yeah. I experimented with more editing on this one to give context - so helpfully people enjoy it!

[@MrJ_sks]

Absolutely inspiring! The insights shared from such a successful solopreneur are invaluable. It’s amazing to see how starting alone can lead to such monumental achievements. Thanks for the wisdom and motivation!

[@thefailedfounder]

Couldn't agree more!

[@LuisRodriguez-ts3nv]

I really liked this information, your videos are very helpful.

[@thefailedfounder]

🫡 glad it helps Luis

[@harleyphillips1981]

Great examples of people who are solopreneurs! I meet more and more people as the years go by who want to start their own businesses. Me being one of those people! This video has excellent advice, and ideas, thanks!

[@thefailedfounder]

Nice Harley! Small scale, big impact!

[@WintertideIce]

The more I watch your videos, the more I realize I'm a lot like what you did when you started out your buisiness. I also started one by myself.

[@thefailedfounder]

That’s awesome to hear. You got this!

[@jdorj]

Point 4, so true. So many new tools out there that's helping my own creative process!

[@thefailedfounder]

Nice Jdorj! You’re one of the best videographers I know!

[@deanmallon9536]

Definitely want to get out of my 9-5 and start my own business in maybe e commerce great content 👌

[@thefailedfounder]

You can definitely explore that in a way you don’t have to quit your 9-5 job immediately. Try test and launch your ecommerce startup on the side so you have a longer runway and maintain your salary.

[@ronmckoy7085]

Great insights into the solopreneur journey! Your story is inspiring. I'd love to hear more about how you managed to balance wearing multiple hats in a one-person business.

[@thefailedfounder]

Thanks! I have a long form video of my whole startup journey on my channel if you’re interested. I just kind of let it all out in an honest and raw shot - check it out!

[@connyyy44]

What were the biggest challenges you faced as a solopreneur in the early stages of your business, and how did you overcome them to eventually reach $10M in revenue?

[@thefailedfounder]

Getting started honestly. As our own biggest critic, we can put off starting because we doubt ourselves or fear failing. Once you overcome that and just start, you’ll find yourself growing yourself too!

[@DailymemesYo]

Great video! Choosing a niche you are passionate about or a niche that can truly help people, can help your business grow exponentially. It's not all about the money but the knowledge and experience you can share with others. 😄

[@thefailedfounder]

Niches are often frowned upon because people want to cast a wide net for a larger market… however it’s the best way to become a valued brand and expert on such a noisy world

[@lewiswade5831]

A very insightful video that breaks down the rising trend of sole person businesses. Great detail provided on entrepreneurs are using the latest innovative technologies to create successful outcomes for themselves. I recommend watching.

[@thefailedfounder]

Thanks for the kind words Lewis!

[@PetarHadzhitonev]

What were the most significant challenges you faced when starting your business alone, and how did you overcome them to achieve $10 million in revenue?

[@thefailedfounder]

Accountability and consistency. Without a cofounder or founding team behind you it can be tough sometimes to stay on track when distractions come along the way. That’s why even as a solopreneur it’s a good idea to surround yourself with other likeminded people whether online, in coworking spaces or friends doing the same.

[@CoworkingwithTashi]

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[@thefailedfounder]

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[@LooneyMooneyfuntimes]

So hard to do it alone. There are a lot of advantages to having a partner(s). BUt I take my hat of to all those Solopreneurs !!

[@thefailedfounder]

Agreed!

[@mailiefs]

Great video! Can I please ask what camera do you use?

[@thefailedfounder]

Thanks! A Panasonic DC-GH5, it’s my brothers camera - but apparently the lenses is the most expensive stuff he lets me use.

[@tristin447]

Graham Stephen and MKBHD have teams/employees.

[@thefailedfounder]

They do now! But started solo!

[@terigcreatives]

Diving in entrepreneurship opens up a lot of opportunities. I'm curious how do you keep yourself focus and not have a shiny object syndrome?

[@thefailedfounder]

I think doing it for the right reasons helps you stick to it. If you’re starting something just for the money or because it’s an escape from something else, it’ll be easy to get distracted and fizzle out. But if you’re really doing it because you are solving a problem you care about or in some cases have no other choice and need it to succeed and progress- you will stick it out for sure. That’s my experience at least, I have had heaps of side ideas I get excited about but never start or give up on because I didn’t “really” care about them. Hope that helps!

[@terigcreatives]

@@thefailedfounder Yes this helps! Thank you so much for giving time answering my concern. God bless you! Btw, you're right. Now I realized, I'm just escaping from something. That is why my intention or goal is not clear. Thanks again!

[@devfusio]

how does the fire evacuation drill happen just then 😭

[@thefailedfounder]

😂 dude and the alarm never went off it just kept getting announced!

[@STAND_out24]

Starting a business alone requires a strong sense of discipline, as you'll be responsible for managing all aspects from planning to execution. It's crucial to leverage available resources, like online tools and networks, to compensate for the lack of a team. Success often hinges on being adaptable, resilient, and willing to continuously learn and grow.

[@thefailedfounder]

💯 true. As a solopreneur you need to hold yourself accountable for progress and action. Thats one of the hardest things as a lone wolf.

[@karmel9919]

Starting a business alone requires careful planning, dedication, and resilience.

[@thefailedfounder]

It’s a tough journey but such a rewarding one.

[@Productish]

All was true

[@thefailedfounder]

🙏 thanks!

[@wsymphony]

Looks like anyone can start a business by yourself with these strategies.

[@thefailedfounder]

🫡 that’s the idea - everyone has at least one big idea and push in them.

[@iAbhishek_official]

✅️

[@thefailedfounder]

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[@GraciaTJV]

These days, more and more people are choosing to set up their own business and operate as a sole trader.

[@thefailedfounder]

Yes and the data proves it!

[@jbird1777]

I agree that niche and brand are definitely traits of a solopreneur.

[@thefailedfounder]

💯 solopreneurs are set to grow grow grow