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EPISODE · Nov 28, 2025 · 32 MIN

Why “Million in Your First Year” is a Lie – A Realistic 5-Figure Business in 2026 Instead

from Mastering Risk · host Dr. Jeff Donaldson, CD

Send us Fan MailTired of gurus promising you’ll be a millionaire in 12 months? Let’s talk reality.According to official stats, only 5% of businesses ever hit 7 figures… and 75% stay under six figures. The good news? A profitable five-figure business ($10K–$99K) is 100% achievable in 2026 — and it can add $2,000–$7,000+ per month to your family’s income without quitting your job.In this no-BS episode, 28-year army veteran and university professor Dr. D reveals the exact 5-step framework he uses to run his own five-figure company, Preparedness Labs:1. Solve a painful problem the easy way (the “pill vs gym” secret) 2. Go brutally niche so you stand out 3. Keep overhead stupidly low ($72/year is possible) 4. Master “aggressive patience” and consistent content 5. Accept the world as it is — and stop torching your reputation with politics onlineZero fluff. Real numbers. Real experience (including the $20K mistake he made so you don’t have to).If you’re ready to build something sustainable in 2026 instead of chasing unicorn fantasies, hit play now and smash that Subscribe button — new evidence-based episodes drop every week to help you master risk and win. www.preparednesslabs.caBusiness Can Cost as Little as $72 per year:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKn446XWUmQ&t=6sDISCLOSURE Information shared here is for educational purposes only.  Individuals and business owners should evaluate their own business strategies, and identify any potential risks.  The information shared here is not a guarantee of success. Your results may vary.Copyright © 2025.Support the showhttps://preparednesslabs.ca/

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Send us Fan Mail Tired of gurus promising you’ll be a millionaire in 12 months? Let’s talk reality. According to official stats, only 5% of businesses ever hit 7 figures… and 75% stay under six figures. The good news? A profitable five-figure business ($10K–$99K) is 100% achievable in 2026 — and it can add $2,000–$7,000+ per month to your family’s income without quitting your job. In this no-BS episode, 28-year army veteran and university professor Dr. D reveals the exact 5-step framework he ...

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