Many businesses are started with just $100 or whatever is in that entrepreneur’s pocket. That is the definition of bootstrapping. Many entrepreneurs say they don’t have enough money to turn their idea into a business but often the ability to bootstrap a business and build it what makes the difference between success and failure. Check out these tips for entrepreneurs on how to bootstrap your business.
- Do your research.
- Be a jack-of-all-trades.
- Only hire people that are complimentary to your own skill-set.
- Make it personal.
- Be persistent.
- Don’t be above free or cheap.
- Start by scouring the “Freebies” section of Craigslist for items you might need for your office. They might be used but, like the saying goes, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure”.
Read more here: 5 Tips for Bootstrapping Your New Business
Gresham W. Harkless Jr.https://iamgresh.com👤 Author Name: Gresham W. Harkless Jr.
Title: Franchise Broker & Entrepreneur | Founder, Blue Star Franchise
Experience: 15+ years in entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and business growth strategy
Location: Washington, D.C. Metro Area, USA
About the Author
Gresham W. Harkless Jr. is a seasoned entrepreneur, franchise broker, and the founder of Blue Star Franchise, where he helps aspiring and established business owners find the perfect franchise opportunity to match their goals, lifestyle, and financial vision.
With over 15 years of experience in entrepreneurship, digital marketing, and business development, Gresh has worked with hundreds of CEOs, founders, and small business owners through his media company Blue 16 Media and the I AM CEO Podcast, which has featured over 1,600 interviews. His unique background gives him a deep understanding of what makes a business succeed — and how the right franchise can change lives.
A proud member of the Franchise Broker Association (FBA), Gresham brings a consultative and client-first approach to franchise matching. His mission is to help people “run their race” by finding franchise opportunities that align with their purpose, skills, and lifestyle.
đź“š Credentials & Affiliations
Certified Franchise Broker – Franchise Broker Association (FBA)
Founder – Blue Star Franchise & Blue 16 Media
Host – I AM CEO Podcast (1,600+ episodes)
Featured in – 50+ Black Marketers on the Rise, Influencer & Media Innovators (2022)
B.S. in Business Administration – Howard University
