When you don't have it, you're on to something
I disagree profoundly with this line of thinking.
The guys who live off buying solo ads, traffic, authority links etc, are caught up in a tedious vicious cycle competing against each other. They are not forced to be inventive, so they are probably not adding anything original to the world either. And thus, their aspirations can only be limited.
But if you don't have money, you have no boundaries. The challenge of having to dig deep into your imagination is an asset. Get inventive. Think up different ways to build up from rock-bottom.
Here's one little tip I've used :
When using social networks to promote your business, you will start with a page with no fans. So do a search for other pages in the same niche. Choose the ones who have only a few fans too. 'Like' them. Share them on your page. They will notice you and are more than likely to return the favour. 10 or so of those, and you're on your way. The big fish won't even notice you or care if they do! So don't waste your time on them.
I've just started a new little project. No money will be spent on it. It's a challenge that I hope will benefit from my own creativity.
Any other suggestions?
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