How to Start a SaaS Business From Scratch

Here’s why I fell in love with the SaaS business model…

You build the software once. And get paid every month.

Recurring revenue.

If I lost all my money, followers, and network today, I'd still know exactly how to build a SaaS company from scratch.

And today I’m going to share the 7 steps with you in this video.

Building a SaaS business might seem daunting, especially if you're just starting out.

A lot of people think they need to raise capital, hire a very expensive development team, and spend years in the red before their product takes off.

But the key?

Start with the problem, validate your solution, and then build and refine your product.

You don’t need a huge team or a ton of money…

Just a solid plan and the right approach.

My 7-step guide is your map, and it includes:
- How to pinpoint the exact problem your SaaS should solve
- The secret to building a prototype without wasting time or money
- 4 steps for creating a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) quickly

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[gingerkilkus]

I wish i learnt most of these principles about seven years ago. A lot of people have been trapped strongly in the matrix-- Go to school, get a job, and then slave your whole life. Many miss out on life-changing information that could have great effect on their finances. Sometimes Protecting your capital is much more important than making money. Basically because if you lose your capital, making money is much harder. ''Missing the train'' vs. ''losing your money''. There are a lot of trains, but if your money is gone, it's over.

[JewelWrites-sogm]

The problem we have is because Most people always taught that " you only need a good job to become rich " . These billionaires are operating on a whole other playbook that many don't even know exists.

[skyhappy]

I am a new grad developer and I'm two minutes into this video and already know this is going to be one of the best videos I've watched in my life. tyvm

[robbief]

Being part way through building my own SaaS business, I can tell you that this is all BANG ON! Great content Dan!

[HenryKatty]

Great video, Another factor to add is Do they spend a lot of time planning their financial future? The stock market is making me really worried because I've lost over $ 27, 000 in just this month and I'm not making as much money as I used to. This is making me concerned that I might not have enough money saved up for my retirement since I can't add to my savings.

[matthewthompson]

can't believe nobody talks about book 'the hidden truths of wealth'

[kevinpheley]

My favorite takeaway from this video is how you force people to THINK.

You break down these large concepts into easy to digest bits.

Thanks Dan.

[modax]

This is the best video I've watched in 2024, the guy gives gold for free omg.
If you read this i truly appreciate this. 😊

[AtlanticBuilt]

Love the approach of having them checkout, and not charging them to validate the idea. I'm starting a small business here in Cocagne doing some fine craft exhaust products for exotic cars. (I know, not the same wheelhouse) I always look forward to watching your content, to see what I can pluck from it to apply in a similar way. Thanks for doing this type of content. Really helps open different roadways to thinking. 👍 Appreciate it.

[jeffsteyn]

If you let the dev design your app. It will be based on what they want. Which 99% of time will be the most complicated set of forms you have ever seen. They rarely take ease of use into account.

[Lionadmike]

Thanks Dan. I got a 150K mortgage, bought 75k worth of Brett with it. YOLO from profit of 10k thanks a lot Sonia campbell

[sheeesh-hjgn]

thanks for the content man
Im computer science graduate and thinking about starting a saas business
I got the abilities to build it but its not simple to find the right problem and to get the validations
we will keep on trying :)

[apex-lazer]

K 35 seconds in and you have to give the video guy a raise. Some of the best work I’ve seen. Anywhere. Excited to watch the vid. Love our man and you provide such valuable content. Thank you 🙏 ❤

[inspectorh]

God, this video is packed so tight with value. You more than earned my subscription with this one.

[kerryw]

This is amazing content! I was about to click away as we are not 'starting from scratch' and a long way into the build, but the tactical tips in this video are such high value. There is more information in here than a $15K course. Honestly. Your videos are just getting better and better DM!

[Arif-ebcd]

This is some MBA level knowledge for free.
I wish I would have got this 3 years ago, anyways this would for sure be a life saver.
Great work sir, thanks on behalf of hustling community.

[MehulPatel-pusx]

Extreme value in this video! So refreshing to get lessons from veterans and not fakes

[marciabench]

Great video, Dan! Loved #7 about Growth Hacks - hadn't fully incorporated that notion before!

[willl]

This was easily one of the best videos I've seen on the topic. -GOLD!

[bztrd]

This is Amazing for all kind of products not just limited to SaaS of course. Thank you!!!