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Zero to Sold
Book • 2020
Zero to Sold is an actionable guide that takes readers through the four stages of a bootstrapped business: Preparation, Survival, Stability, and Growth.
The book recounts the story of FeedbackPanda, a bootstrapped SaaS business that grew to thousands of customers before being sold.
It provides practical advice on validating ideas, building products, and growing businesses sustainably, with a focus on mental health and real-world experiences.
The book recounts the story of FeedbackPanda, a bootstrapped SaaS business that grew to thousands of customers before being sold.
It provides practical advice on validating ideas, building products, and growing businesses sustainably, with a focus on mental health and real-world experiences.
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