This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by ANIRUDDHA ADAK
Money doesn’t just come to those who chase it. It comes to those who respect it, study it, and master it. Making money is the greatest art — and the process boils down to mastering the basics of value, problem-solving, and clarity of purpose.
Key Lessons from the blog
- Money is earned by solving real problems: Whether you fix something small (like a broken restroom) or improve a company’s sales conversion rate, you get paid when you add measurable value.
- Versatility is protection: The more roles and skills you master — coding, marketing, product management, branding, design — the less you need to worry about losing your job.
- Crystal clarity about money: Understand how your input translates into company profit, and you’ll always have earning power.
- Business basics: Find a product, solve your own problem first, and offer it to others. Products that solve your problems are more likely to succeed.
- Pricing and market fit: Price your solution so it’s not too cheap or too expensive for your target audience; pinpoint the right value spot.
- Getting started is easier than you think: While most people fear not having money to start, raising initial funds is often the easiest part — the real challenges are gaining, keeping, and satisfying customers.
Solving Problems That Matter
People pay for solutions to their biggest problems:
- Health, career, beauty, food, fertility, addiction — the bigger and more urgent the pain, the more willing people are to pay.
- Money is always the byproduct of solving real needs.
Pro Tip: Don’t chase money. Chase big problems, and money comes as the natural side effect.
The “Cat Theory”
“You don’t chase a cat — you bring milk and the cat comes to you.”
Money works the same way. If you chase it, it runs away. Create value, bring the “milk,” and money comes to you.
Practical Steps for Making Money
- Identify real-world problems you (and others) face.
- Build products or offer solutions that genuinely matter — test with actual audiences.
- Price and position your product for your target customer.
- Don’t worry about raising money initially; focus on solving, delivering, and delighting customers.
Final Thoughts
- Value, clarity, and solving important problems are the foundation of financial success.
- Money-making isn’t rocket science; it’s about focus, honesty, and execution.
- What do you think about this approach? Share your perspective in the comments!
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This content originally appeared on DEV Community and was authored by ANIRUDDHA ADAK