The $100 Startup
Chris Guillebeau
The $100 Startup
by Chris Guillebeau
How to start a business with almost no money. Real stories of people who built $50,000+ businesses from tiny investments.
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Our Review
The $100 Startup is proof that you don't need venture capital, an MBA, or even a formal business plan to start a profitable business. Chris Guillebeau studied 1,500 people who built businesses earning $50,000+ from modest investments (often under $100), and distilled their strategies into a practical playbook. The book is full of real examples and actionable frameworks. The "one-page business plan" and "launch quickly" philosophy is refreshing compared to books that over-complicate entrepreneurship. If you're looking for permission and a push to just start something, this is it.
Key Takeaways
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You don't need a lot of money to start a business — most started for under $100
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Find the intersection of what you love and what people will pay for
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Launch quickly, then iterate — don't wait for perfection
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A one-page business plan is all you need to start
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Freedom (not money) should be the primary goal of your business
Who Should Read This Book?
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Anyone who wants to start a side business but thinks they need capital
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People looking for low-risk business ideas
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Anyone who believes entrepreneurship requires an MBA
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