Tried Drop shipping With Zero Money—Here’s What Happened

Starting a business with zero money sounds like a dream. But with the rise of dropshipping, online tools, and access to global markets, it’s more possible than ever before. So, I set myself a challenge: build a dropshipping business in just 7 days, without spending a single rupee. No ads. No investments. Just Wi-Fi, free tools, and a lot of hustle.

Here’s what happened.

Day 1: Planning the Game

I started by learning what dropshipping actually is. Simply put, it’s a method where you sell products online without holding inventory. When someone orders, you purchase the product from a supplier (usually on platforms like AliExpress or CJ Dropshipping), and they ship it directly to the customer.

I spent the day watching free YouTube tutorials, reading blogs, and joining some Facebook groups for dropshippers. The goal was simple: find a winning product, set up a free store, and promote it without spending money.

Day 2: Finding a Product

Product hunting is the hardest part. I looked for trending, problem-solving products with wow factor—something that people would buy instantly without thinking too much. I used TikTok to search “#TikTokMadeMeBuyIt” and scrolled until I saw a portable mini blender. It looked useful, affordable, and fun—perfect for impulse buyers.

Next step: find a supplier. I found one on AliExpress offering free shipping and decent reviews. All I had to do now was figure out how to sell it.

Day 3: Creating a Free Store

I didn’t have money to buy a Shopify subscription, so I used Big Cartel, which offers a free plan for up to 5 products. It wasn’t perfect, but it was enough for a basic store. I also used Canva to create a simple logo and added images from the supplier’s page (edited to look better).

To accept payments, I didn’t set up international payments since it takes time and setup. Instead, I focused on Pakistani customers and used Easypaisa/JazzCash. I mentioned this clearly on the product page.

Day 4: Promotion Without Money

I created a TikTok and Instagram page named “Blendy.pk” and started posting videos using supplier content, voiceovers, and captions. I followed trending formats and added hashtags like #PakistanShopping #TikTokMadeMeBuyIt #MiniBlender.

My goal was to go viral or at least reach a few hundred views. I also shared my videos in WhatsApp groups and Facebook Marketplace.

Day 5: First Order?!

Something magical happened. One of my TikTok videos hit 1,200 views, and a girl from Lahore messaged me on Instagram, asking, “Is it available? How do I pay?” I replied quickly and gave my Easypaisa number. She sent Rs. 2,800. I ordered the product for Rs. 1,400 (including shipping). Boom—profit of Rs. 1,400 on my first sale!

Day 6: Scaling the Content

Now I knew it worked. I made more videos, posted customer reviews, and even asked my first customer to send a short reaction video (which she did, kindly). I used that as content and gained 40 followers by the end of the day. Not huge, but all organic.

I also got 2 more DMs asking for details. One converted. So now I had two successful sales in just 6 days, both using only free tools and creativity.

Day 7: Reflection & Lessons

The 7-day challenge was complete. I made a total profit of Rs. 2,800 with zero investment, except my time and energy. I didn’t go viral, but I proved something important: you can start a business with nothing but Wi-Fi, determination, and smart effort.

Here are some lessons I learned:

Don’t wait for perfection—start with what you have.

TikTok is powerful for reaching customers fast.

Free tools like Canva, Big Cartel, and AliExpress are enough to start.

Focus on problem-solving products that grab attention.

Final Thoughts

Will this business grow big? That depends on consistency and marketing. But this 7-day experiment proved that starting with nothing is not a myth—it’s possible. If you’re sitting at home with just a phone and internet, don’t scroll your dreams away. Pick an idea and test it.

You never know where your first sale might take you.