Ways to a Debt-Free Startup

Oleksiy Nesterenko Startup Finance

The only real upside to the current economic disaster is that this is a great time to start a new business. So why are so many would-be entrepreneurs waiting to take the leap? Money. They figure they don't have enough cash to get started, and the tightened credit market makes it tough to get your hands on any more. But it is possible to launch a new business without debt, and here are five ideas suggested by Oleksiy Nesterenko to get you started.

1. Tighten and Save.

Take a close look at your personal budget and find areas to cut back. One thing we have learned from the rampant unemployment is that people can find a way to live on far less than they think they can. Cut your expenses to the bone. Shop with coupons, eat at home, and eliminate anything you don't really need. Odds are that you will be stunned at how much cash you can set aside for your startup. While you're at it, sell off all the junk around the house that you don't need or use. Again, you'll be surprised how much money you can put together when you really make the effort!

2. Be a Sales Representative.

Three reasons for this advice -- first, being a sales representative for a product in the industry you want to join will get you in touch with the people you need to know including retailers, suppliers, and the actual market (customers). Second, success is all about sales. You have to be able to sell yourself and your idea, no matter what type of business you are starting. And, being a sales representative will thicken your skin -- you'll hear "no" an awful lot, and will learn to let it roll right off. Third, there is usually no cost to becoming a commission-only sales representative. The manufacturer typically provides you everything you need, including some training and sales leads. Work hard and you will not only be an expert in the industry but will also have the capital you need to go out on your own.

3. Start Small.

In many cases, the business idea is simply too expensive to launch without debt. The solution? Look for ways to start small and build into the business you want. You may even be able to start up part-time or in your spare time. Look for one small piece of your big idea -- start with a single product or service, a single income stream, one market segment, whatever you can do that can eventually grow into the company you want.

4. Dropship.

If your business idea involves retail sales, consider starting online and dropshipping the products. Your profit margin will be smaller, but you won't need the capital for commercial space and inventory to get started. As you build your customer base and sales, you can pour the profits back in, stocking the best selling items first. Dropshipping is available for just about any product, it just requires a little legwork to set up the accounts.

5. Set a "No Credit" Policy.

Make the decision, before you start, to never sell on credit and never buy on credit. Once you have made that decision, you will find a way to build your business without debt!

Hire OLEKSIY NESTERENKO STARTUP FINANCE and get the needed financial and strategic insight that enables businesses to thrive. Oleksiy Nesterenko Startup Finance and Consulting Services is qualified and equipped to assess your business and all of its needs before you have to make any important decisions.

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