Starting a successful business is a dream for many entrepreneurs, but the thought of managing employees and the associated costs can be daunting.

However, there are some remarkable examples of one-person businesses that have managed to generate millions of dollars in revenue without hiring a single employee. These entrepreneurs have leveraged their skills and passion for creating innovative products and services that resonate with their audience.

Today, I’ll talk about ten impressive companies that have achieved this feat and provide insights into how they managed to build profitable businesses with no employees.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or just looking for inspiration, these stories will showcase the limitless potential of one-person businesses.

Stardew Valley

A farming simulation game developed by Eric Barone, Stardew Valley has sold millions of copies and generated over $40 million in revenue. The game allows players to build a farm, raise animals, grow crops, and interact with the town's residents.

BuiltWith

A web technology profiler founded by Gary Brewer and Richard Walls, BuiltWith provides insights into the technology used by websites. The company generates millions in revenue from subscriptions to their service, which helps businesses identify and track their competitors' technologies.

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One Person Business #9: BuiltWith

BuiltWith is a free tool that allows users to type in a website address and then discover the technology that is powering that website, created by Gary Brewer in 2015. Brewer wanted to get into the ‘startup thing’ himself and discovered at the time that nobody had created a platform that made it easy for others to discover what an online business was ‘b…

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Viral Nova

A website that shared viral stories and videos, Viral Nova was founded by Scott DeLong and generated millions in revenue through advertising. Although the website was sold in 2015, it remains a testament to the power of viral content in generating revenue.

Photopea

An online image editor that is similar to Adobe Photoshop, Photopea was created by Ivan Kutskir and generates revenue through donations and premium features. The software has become popular with designers and photographers who need a powerful image editor but don't want to pay for expensive software.

Digital Inspiration

A blog that shares tips and tricks on technology and productivity, Digital Inspiration was founded by Amit Agarwal and generates revenue through affiliate marketing and sponsorships. The blog has a large following and has been featured in several publications.

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One Person Business: Digital Inspiration

Meet Amit Agarwal, the founder of Digital Inspiration, who has achieved the incredible feat of generating $10 million in revenue per year with zero employees. That's right – Amit runs a one-person business and manages to generate a considerable amount of revenue with his unique business model…

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Rego Apps

A mobile app development company founded by Chris Martyniuk, Rego Apps has created several successful apps, including Reji, a language-learning app. The company generates millions in revenue from app sales and subscriptions and has a reputation for creating high-quality apps that are user-friendly.

Justin Welsh

A sales and marketing consultant who shares his knowledge on social media, Justin Welsh generates millions in revenue through his courses and coaching programs. He has a large following on LinkedIn and is known for his practical advice on sales and marketing.

Brumate

A company that designs and sells insulated drinkware, Brumate was founded by Dylan Jacob and generates millions in revenue from online sales. The company's products have become popular with people who enjoy outdoor activities and want to keep their drinks cold.

Pieter Levels

A digital nomad who founded Nomad List, a website that provides information on the best cities for digital nomads. He also founded Remote OK, a job board for remote workers. He generates revenue from subscriptions to his websites and affiliate marketing.

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One Person Business #4: Remote OK

Created by Pieter Levels, Remote OK is an aggregator for remote-only jobs. Completely free, it is a great place to find your next position, anywhere in the world. And it’s free. Aggregator websites normally make money from referrals to the source websites. Affiliate marketing is a popular internet business strategy with significant potential for growth. …

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Carrd

A website builder that allows users to create one-page websites quickly and easily, Carrd was founded by AJ and generates revenue from premium features and donations. The company's focus on simplicity and ease of use has made it popular with people who need to create simple websites quickly.

These ten impressive companies have demonstrated that it's possible to create a successful business and generate millions in revenue with just one person. By focusing on their passion and expertise, leveraging technology, providing excellent customer service, and building recurring revenue streams, these companies have created innovative products and services that have captured the attention of millions of customers.

While creating a successful one-person business is no easy feat, it's important to remember that it's not impossible either. You too can create a thriving one-person business that generates millions in revenue. So, whether you're a solo entrepreneur or considering starting your own business, take inspiration from these companies and dare to dream big.

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Starting a Business With No Ideas

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