Solo Readiness Checklist

I have at least 6-9 months of personal runway saved or committed.

Calculate lean living costs + any retained salary/retainer before quitting.

I have two or more warm leads or recurring income streams lined up.

Pipeline confidence reduces the shock of the first 90 days.

I know my service/product pricing math and the margin I need to sustain myself.

Reverse-engineer pricing from income target and delivery effort.

I keep a separate emergency cushion for unexpected costs or delays.

Aim for 10-15% of projected annual revenue reserved for surprises.

I can clearly articulate the problem I solve and for which segment.

If you can’t pitch it in one sentence, decision time will stall.

I have run pilots, freelanced, or shipped side projects that prove demand.

Show receipts: screenshots, testimonials, or measurable wins.

I can name my unfair advantage or unique positioning.

Think niche expertise, lived experience, IP, or network effects.

I know where my buyers already spend time and how to reach them.

List actual communities, platforms, or newsletters you can show up in.

My household / support system is aligned with my solo plan.

Alignment reduces stress when revenue fluctuates.

I have a contingency plan if revenue misses targets for 3+ months.

Think part-time engagements, cash reserves, or expense cuts.

I’m comfortable with uneven cash flow and have a process to manage it.

Use a simple cash flow tracker or profit allocation system.

I’ve mapped a 90-day launch or go-to-market sprint.

Outline weekly experiments, marketing moments, and delivery goals.

Back-office essentials (entity, banking, invoicing, contracts) are ready.

Airtable/Notion templates help you stay buttoned up from day one.

I have a repeatable lead-generation ritual scheduled each week.

Examples: publishing cadence, outreach block, referral ask.

I have a way to collect feedback and turn it into testimonials or upgrades.

Simple forms or debrief calls keep your offer evolving.