Can you give me a plan or roadmap for the next year if I want to do this, and is it a good idea to go all in and skip college?

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Can you give me a plan or roadmap for the next year if I want to do this, and is it a good idea to go all in and skip college?

I wouldn’t recommend skipping college just because it was a foundational experience for me; it gave me useful mental models, relationships, accountability, and a well‑rounded perspective—though I admit those models could be learned in a couple of months of self‑study. If you’re a natural go‑getter you might not need college, but the network and personal growth are valuable. To join Maker School for six months you’d need about $1,100 (184 × 6), so save a couple thousand dollars first so you’re not constantly counting every dollar while you’re in the program.

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As an 18‑year‑old beginner with 3 hours daily and $3,000 to invest, how long until I see real results if I stay consistent, and would you recommend joining Maker School?

Results come from consistent daily habits—completing tasks, building grit, and gaining your first client. It’s not about a fixed timeline; the program works if you put in the effort, and many members have landed clients quickly (e.g., first‑month wins, part‑time $11k/month, etc.). The process is boring but effective: a big task list walked through step by step. If you can go from zero to one fast, you’ll scale from one to a thousand fast. I encourage you to join Maker School and learn directly from the source, focusing on consistency and foundational business concepts rather than chasing a specific model.

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What budget should I start with when joining Maker School, and should I focus on freelancing to save money or jump straight into the program?

You're definitely overthinking it. Roadblocks appear when you can't generate revenue quickly enough to bootstrap. A $500‑a‑month freelance income is reasonable, but you don’t want to be in a scarcity mindset where you feel forced to make Maker School work at all costs. Think of it like sprinting: going 100 % all the time burns you out, while operating at about 85 %—a relaxed competence—lets you stay effective. My recommendation is to save up for a month, then look for the most cost‑effective options. You don’t need to submit a huge number of applications; focus on quality. Lean heavily on cold email and community‑based outreach that don’t require any money. That 80/20 blend of starting now with limited funds and waiting for a larger budget later will give you the best chance of success without hitting roadblocks.

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What would be the road map for someone who's starting from a scratch? Being a complete beginner, has no prior experience in business or anything? And also, do you need to know anything before you join maker school as in software such as Zaden or does it teach you that?

The road map for somebody that's starting from a complete beginner is right over here. It's called road mapap to 25k a month with automation. Check out this link. It is what will teach you everything you need to know as my free resource. If you want paid, head over to Maker School where I'll run you through it in significantly more detail and hold your hand through the process. Hey Nick, just learned about you a few days ago and I watch the school games awards. Think you fit right in with ROS and Sam. Very valuable stuff. Thank you very much.

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As a high‑school student interested in automation, should I join Maker School or focus on other ways to get my first client?

Being 15‑20 gives you a mixed bag: younger people can be seen as inexperienced, but also as naturally tech‑savvy. I’d front‑load Upwork applications until you land your first client, and spend the first few weeks on community posting. You probably don’t have a full‑time job yet, so you can watch my videos, do direct outreach, and land that first client. Once you have a paying client and can justify the expense, consider joining Maker School. Until then, the free content should give you plenty of value.

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