MBA2645 Q&A Wednesday: What Do I Do With Just $1,000 to Start a Business Today?

Got $1,000 and wondering if that’s enough to kickstart your business idea? Curious how you can make real progress without fancy investors, a trust fund, or a laundry list of expensive tools? If you’ve ever thought, “Can I actually start a business with just what’s in my savings?”—this lesson was made for you. In this episode, Omar answers Fran’s question by breaking down a step-by-step approach to launching your business with $1,000 or less. The focus? What really matters—creating momentum, leveraging your skills, and building trust with customers from day one. You’ll learn why service-based businesses are smart for beginners, how to make your first sales fast, and when (and when not) to invest in things like ads, websites, or digital products. Forget vanity projects—this is a practical map for building something real, scrappy, and sustainable. Ready to see what you could build with your first thousand bucks? Hit play at the top of this page and get Omar’s no-fluff, actionable breakdown. This lesson could be the spark that gets your business off the ground. To submit your questions, visit 100mba.net/q . Watch the episodes on YouTube: https://lm.fm/GgRPPHi SUBSCRIBE YouTube | Apple Podcast | Spotify | Podcast Feed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.