You want to start a cake business, but your bank account says “not today”? I get it—especially in 2026 with inflation and ingredient costs spiking. In this video, I share my real, practical five-step blueprint for starting from scratch with zero capital, because that’s exactly how I started: with a stove, a pot, and a whole lot of determination. You don’t need a commercial kitchen or shiny equipment to begin—you need strategy and fast execution. First, I teach you to audit your assets: if it’s not in your kitchen, you probably don’t need it for your first order. Then I break down the pre-sell model—how to collect deposits (or full payment) before baking, so customer money funds ingredients. Next, I show you how to leverage social real estate: you don’t need a website to start; use TikTok, WhatsApp, and storytelling to build community and buyers by showing behind-the-scenes and sensory content (texture, fluffiness, moisture). I also explain why you must niche down to level up, because if you bake for everyone, you’ll bake for no one. Finally, we talk resilience and the brave mindset—start to get confident, don’t wait for confidence. Starting with nothing can actually be your greatest advantage, and your story is your superpower.