Make It Work: What It Really Takes to Build a Successful Business Without a Roadmap

Make It Work: What It Really Takes to Build a Successful Business Without a Roadmap

Make It Work: What It Really Takes to Build a Successful Business Without a Roadmap is more than a story—it’s a raw, real-life masterclass in turning grit into gold. When Jacob’s dream of going pro in basketball fell apart, he didn’t give up—he pivoted. With just $80, a borrowed mower, and a beat-up Tahoe, he built a six-figure landscaping business from the ground up during the chaos of the COVID-19 pandemic. No investors. No degree. No roadmap. Just pure hustle. This book is a straight-up guide for anyone who’s ever felt overlooked, underfunded, or underestimated. From knocking on doors to building an empire that now includes landscaping, pressure washing, cleaning, and construction, Jacob lays out every step—from scrappy startup tactics to smart scaling strategies. In a world obsessed with instant success, Make It Work is the blueprint for those ready to grind, grow, and build something that stands the test of time. Not just in landscaping, but in any service based company.