5 steps to start your Own Business in 2025

Summary

In this video, the speaker shares practical business models for starting from zero. The first is a Content Repurposing Agency, where you edit and repurpose influencers' content for platforms like TikTok and YouTube to help them grow, while also getting paid by the platforms. The second is Dropshipping, a model still seen as effective for building a six-figure business through short-form content. The key to success in both models is consistency, replicating successful strategies, and proving value to potential clients before expecting payment.

Takeaways

• 😀 Don't expect others to give you their life blueprint for success; you must create your own path.
• 😀 Influencers with small to medium-sized audiences are ideal clients for a content repurposing agency.
• 😀 Content repurposing agencies can earn $1,000 to $3,000 per month by editing and sharing short form content across platforms like Instagram, YouTube Shorts, and TikTok.
• 😀 To stand out in the content repurposing business, offer a free service to influencers to show them the results you can deliver.
• 😀 In the content repurposing business, showing tangible results (like increasing followers or viral videos) is key to gaining clients.
• 😀 The drop shipping business model can still be successful, despite some people calling it dead.
• 😀 The key to successful drop shipping is finding a trending product, leveraging short-form content, and staying consistent with content creation.
• 😀 Consistency and learning from others' successful content can lead to viral success in drop shipping.
• 😀 Don't overcomplicate things in business—replicating what's already working is a key strategy for success.
• 😀 Using your revenue from one business model (e.g., content repurposing) can help you grow another, like drop shipping, more rapidly.
• 😀 Both content repurposing and drop shipping require hard work and persistence; results may take time, but consistency can lead to financial success.

Q & A

What is the main issue with business models promoted on platforms like YouTube?

The main issue is that many creators claim to have a successful blueprint for business but rarely share the specific steps they took to achieve success. Instead, they offer vague advice or sell you their blueprint without helping you understand how to implement it effectively.

Why can't others simply hand over their blueprint for success?

No one, including the speaker, can give you their exact blueprint for success because it is personal to their own experiences and unique to their journey. Just like chefs don't share their secret recipes, individuals must create their own blueprint for success.

What business model is introduced in the script as the first option to start with zero capital?

The first business model discussed is a Content Repurposing Agency, where you find influencers with small to medium-sized audiences and offer services to edit their content into short-form videos for platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.

How does a content repurposing agency help influencers?

By editing their content into shorter formats, influencers can grow their audience faster. Additionally, platforms like YouTube and TikTok might pay for the content, and the influencers benefit from increased engagement and subscriber growth.

What challenge exists in starting a content repurposing agency?

The market is highly competitive, with many people offering similar services. To stand out, you need to demonstrate your ability to deliver results rather than just pitching your services.

How can someone stand out and attract clients in a crowded market?

The speaker suggests offering free services to an influencer initially, showcasing the results you've achieved, such as increased followers or viral videos, to prove your capabilities and attract paying clients.

What business model is introduced as the second option?

The second business model discussed is Drop Shipping, which involves selecting trending products from platforms like TikTok or Facebook and selling them via a Shopify store, often without spending money on ads.

Why do many people fail at drop shipping initially?

Many people fail at first because they struggle with choosing the right products or creating engaging content. The speaker emphasizes that failure is common, but perseverance and learning from mistakes can lead to success.

What is the key to success in drop shipping?

The key to success in drop shipping is consistency. By studying viral videos and replicating them in your own way, you increase the chances of going viral yourself and generating revenue.

Is it necessary to come up with a completely new product or idea when starting a business?

No, it's not necessary to create a new idea. You can find what's already working in the market, replicate it, and adapt it for your own business. This approach allows you to leverage existing success rather than reinventing the wheel.