Bootstrapper

A bootstrapper is a person or entity that starts and develops a business or project with minimal resources, often relying on personal savings or initial revenue instead of external funding. The term comes from the phrase "pulling oneself up by one's bootstraps," which means achieving success through one’s own efforts without outside assistance. Bootstrappers typically focus on building their business gradually, maintaining control, and being resourceful, which can lead to sustainable growth over time, even if it involves more risk and hard work initially compared to seeking large investments.