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EPISODE · Jun 17, 2026 · 27 MIN

Episode 210: What I’d Do If I Had to Start a Business From Scratch in 90 Days

from GROW by Design · host Jacob Godar

What would you do if you had to start over with no employees, no reputation, and only $5,000?In this episode of Grow By Design, Jacob breaks down the exact 90-day plan he would follow to build a service business from the ground up. From finding your first customers and securing your first job to networking, marketing, hiring your first employee, and creating momentum, this episode is a practical roadmap for entrepreneurs ready to take action.You'll learn:• How to start with limited resources• The first services to offer when starting out• Low-cost marketing strategies that actually work• How to land your first paying customers• When to hire your first employee• The importance of networking and referrals• Why resourcefulness matters more than resources• How to overcome fear and take imperfect actionWhether you're starting a lawn care company, landscaping business, home service company, or any service-based business, these principles can help you gain traction faster and avoid common mistakes.Success isn't about having more money. It's about taking action, solving problems, and staying committed when things get uncomfortable.What would be the first thing you'd do if you had to start over today? Let us know in the comments.

What would you do if you had to start over with no employees, no reputation, and only $5,000?In this episode of Grow By Design, Jacob breaks down the exact 90-day plan he would follow to build a service business from the ground up. From finding your first customers and securing your first job to networking, marketing, hiring your first employee, and creating momentum, this episode is a practical roadmap for entrepreneurs ready to take action.You'll learn:• How to start with limited resources• The first services to offer when starting out• Low-cost marketing strategies that actually work• How to land your first paying customers• When to hire your first employee• The importance of networking and referrals• Why resourcefulness matters more than resources• How to overcome fear and take imperfect actionWhether you're starting a lawn care company, landscaping business, home service company, or any service-based business, these principles can help you gain traction faster and avoid common mistakes.Success isn't about having more money. It's about taking action, solving problems, and staying committed when things get uncomfortable.What would be the first thing you'd do if you had to start over today? Let us know in the comments.

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