You Don’t Need a Website to Start Selling (Here’s What You Actually Need)
May 09, 2025
If “build a website” is still sitting at the top of your to-do list... you can cross it off.
We’ve been trained to think that launching a business starts with a domain name, five perfectly branded pages, and a web designer on speed dial.
But the truth?
You don’t need a full website to start making sales.
You just need a place people can say yes.
The Website Myth (and Why It Keeps You Stuck)
The traditional “website-first” approach can lead to:
- Weeks spent on design instead of delivery
- Thousands spent before your first sale
- A whole lot of pressure to get it perfect before you even know what works
And for new entrepreneurs? That’s a recipe for burnout before income.
3 Ways to Start Selling Without a Website
Skip the buildout. Start with one of these:
1. A One-Page Offer Site (Carrd or Google Sites)
Quick, free, mobile-friendly. Just your offer + a payment link + a way to connect.
2. A Payment Link in Your Bio
Stripe, PayPal, or Square let you create product or service links in minutes.
3. An Email + a Booking Link
Send a short message that links to Calendly. Keep it personal and simple. Done.
These tools aren’t just “starter options.” Many 6-figure solopreneurs still use them.
Ditch the Website, Focus on the System
A full website is a great upgrade—but it’s not the starting line.
Start with the 3 core pieces that actually help you make money:
- A visible offer
- A way to get paid
- A way to talk to clients
That’s not a theory. That’s your business.
Ready to Set It Up in the Next 15 Minutes?
We put together a free tool that walks you through exactly how to get online, get paid, and stay focused—without touching code or wasting time.
🎯 Get the 15-Minute Tech Plan
Set up your business foundation in under an hour—tech headache not included.
You don’t need a website to launch.
You need a way to serve. The Tech Plan helps you build that—today.
– Jess, Jen & Jacquelyn
Founders, It’s Modern Business
