Bigfoot Wants to Start a Business… But Doesn’t Know How

I know I need to start something, but I don’t know where to begin.

If you’ve ever said that to yourself—even quietly—this post is for you.

Maybe you’re working long hours at a job that doesn’t care if you burn out.
Maybe you’re tired of watching other people on social media “win” while you feel stuck.
Or maybe, like Bigfoot in the video, you’re walking around in circles thinking:

I want to start a business… but what would I even sell?

If that hits a nerve, you’re not alone. And better yet: you’re not out of options.

Q: Why is it so hard to start when I want it so bad?

Because want isn’t a plan.
Because nobody taught you the first step.
And because fear whispers lies that feel like facts.

Most people don’t start because they think they need a perfect plan, but all they really need is a next step.
– Broke to Business Boss by Eric F Gilbert

You’re not lazy. You’re overwhelmed. You’re unsure.
And the truth is, you’ve been lied to by gurus who make it look instant or easy.

Q: What’s the REAL first step?

It’s not an LLC.
It’s not a logo.
It’s not a website.

It’s solving a problem someone already has.

The reason Bigfoot felt stuck in the video is the same reason most people feel stuck:
They start by thinking about themselves instead of the person they want to help.

Want to start for real? Flip the question:

• Instead of “What should I do?”
• Ask “What problems do people pay to make go away?”

Business isn’t about passion. It’s about value. Passion keeps you motivated. Value keeps you paid.
– Broke to Business Boss by Eric F Gilbert

Q: But I don’t have a product yet… does that mean I’m not ready?

Not at all. In fact, most people who are successful now started with nothing but hustle.
You don’t need a product—you need a promise.

Ask yourself:

• Could I help someone lose weight, save time, or make money?
• Could I resell something with better service or better presentation?
• Could I offer a service that uses skills I already have?

Bigfoot was overwhelmed because he thought he needed to invent something.
He didn’t realize that affiliate marketing, drop-shipping, cleaning services, mobile hair braiding, or content creation are all real businesses with low startup costs.

You’re not behind. You’re just untrained. Train yourself.
– Broke to Business Boss by Eric F Gilbert

Q: What if I fail?

Let’s reframe that:
What if you waste another year not trying?

Failure isn’t fatal. Inaction is.

The fear of failure is really a fear of embarrassment, not poverty.
You’re worried people will talk. But trust me—nobody’s watching. They’re too busy scrolling.

Start quietly. Win loudly. You don’t need a crowd to begin.
– Broke to Business Boss by Eric F Gilbert

When Bigfoot takes that first step in the video, it’s awkward and unsure.
But it’s forward. That’s the entire game. Move forward.

Q: What if I don’t know what I’m doing?

You don’t have to.
That’s what mentorship, YouTube, books, and trial-and-error are for.

You didn’t know how to drive before you got your license.
You didn’t know your job before you trained.

Business is no different.

The people winning aren’t “smarter.” They’re just willing to figure it out.

Q: Do I need money to start?

Here’s the truth: You need resourcefulness, not resources.

Many businesses—especially online ones—can be started for less than $100:

• Affiliate marketing = $0 to get started
• Digital services = free to promote, free to offer
• Print-on-demand = no inventory required
• Facebook Marketplace flipping = zero upfront cost

You don’t need capital. You need creativity. That’s the first investment.
– Broke to Business Boss by Eric F Gilbert

Bigfoot didn’t need startup funds.
He needed focus.

Q: Is it too late for me?

Absolutely not.

People are starting side hustles at 50, 60, and 70.
Teenagers are building Shopify stores.
Moms are selling hair products from their kitchens.
Dads are flipping pressure washing gigs on Craigslist.

What matters is:
You start. You learn. You grow.

There is no perfect age. There is only perfect action.

Q: What if I don’t have support?

Then you’ll build it as you go.
Support doesn’t always come first. Sometimes it comes because you start.

There are online communities.
There are mentors you haven’t met yet.
There are people just like you who are doing it scared—and doing it anyway.

No one is coming to save you. But someone is watching you to see if you’ll save yourself.
– Broke to Business Boss by Eric F Gilbert

Bigfoot Took the First Step. Will You?

Watch the video again. Laugh at the costume. But hear the message.
You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to begin.

If you’re serious about starting a business—even if you don’t know where to begin—download Broke to Business Boss or explore my free tools at EFGilbert.com.

Your next move is the only one that matters. Make it count.