Navigating Costs in Zero-Cost Business Models

[Lily]

Initiating business ventures like Print-On-Demand, Dropshipping, or Affiliate Marketing with minimal upfront costs is enticing, but success often requires additional investment. Even models with zero or low starting costs might necessitate ad spending to generate sales. While platforms like Redbubble and Etsy allow a cost-effective start, allocating a budget of at least $200 for advertising becomes essential. While organic growth through SEO and free marketing is viable, it may delay that crucial first sale, posing a challenge in the competitive online landscape

[Maria]

In the offline world, starting a business without money is challenging. While you may have skills to create products, you still need funds for raw materials. Reselling items you no longer need is a limited option. In the virtual world, you can start and scale a business without spending money by selling print-on-demand products or through dropshipping. These methods don't require any upfront investment.