
The $5K Startup: Build Your Business Without Breaking the Bank
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781963549102
Publication Date: 10/14/2025
Start a Real Business—Even If You’re Broke, Busy, or Burnt Out
You don’t need a trust fund, tech idea, or business degree to become your own boss. You need a plan—and less than $5,000.
The $5K Startup is the ultimate playbook for launching a legit business on a shoestring budget. Whether you’re a 9-to-5 escape artist, a side hustle dreamer, or someone who's simply done waiting for permission, this book shows you how to get started now—without debt, burnout, or second-guessing. Inside, you’ll learn how to:
- Find the right business idea for your lifestyle, skills, and goals
- Set up legally, professionally, and affordably
- Build a brand that attracts the right people
- Market on a budget and get your first paying customers
- Avoid common startup mistakes that waste time and money
If you’re ready to build something for yourself but don’t know where to start, The $5K Startup is your next best move.
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