What is the meaning of bootstrapped in this sentence?

What is the meaning of bootstrapped in this sentence?

I’ve built a few software businesses from scratch (all bootstrapped!) and I thought you might find it interesting to hear a bit more about the journey.


Bootstrapping in business terms refers to starting a company relying on money other than outside investors. The point of it is to ensure that the entrepreneur is able to maintain control of the company - albeit with personal financial risk.

Sources:

  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Entrepreneurship#Bootstrapping
  • https://www.investopedia.com/terms/b/bootstrapping.asp