If you think launching and growing a successful business requires a massive budget, think again! Bootstrapping your business is the secret to becoming a more effective and agile entrepreneur because it challenges you to be creative when growing your business sustainably. Today, Kelly Kussman and Carly Gilleland, founders and graduates of the Powerhouse Women Six Figure School, share their experiences of bootstrapping their businesses to reach $100,000 in revenue (and growing!). 

In our conversation, Kelly & Carly open up about everything from the evolution of their businesses to the obstacles they faced during their initial phases. We chat about the importance of community, where they invested their limited resources, how to manage a side hustle while working a 9-5, creative funding strategies, and knowing when to invest in mentorship. If you're ready to bootstrap your way to your first six figures and beyond, this episode is a must-listen! 

In this episode we talk about:

- (4:53) Kelly & Carly’s journey with starting and scaling their businesses

- (13:18) The power of community, crowdfunding, and enrolling people in your vision

- (32:26) Navigating the early challenges of brand building and why Google is your best friend

- (37:37) Tips for transitioning from a corporate job to entrepreneurship

- (46:06) How to decide the best time to invest in yourself and your business

- (53:17) Who is the Six Figure School for and what are the benefits?

- (57:52) Actionable steps for launching your business

RESOURCES MENTIONED: 

- Join the Six Figure School waitlist

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