Sven’s Story: From Idea to First Sale – My Journey

Every online business starts with a spark.

For me, it wasn’t about building an empire or chasing millions. It started with something much simpler — wanting a little extra.

Extra money for meals out with my family.
Extra cash for holidays.
Extra breathing room to enjoy life without counting pennies.

That was the first push.

But what began as a side idea quickly became something much bigger…

The First Steps

Like most beginners, I stumbled into the online business world wide-eyed, armed with curiosity and a desire to learn. I had no “master plan.” Just the simple thought: “If other people can do this, why can’t I?”

I dabbled. I researched. I bought courses. I made mistakes. And yes — I had moments where I thought, “Is this really worth it?”

But then came that magical moment… the first sale.

It wasn’t life-changing money. But it WAS proof. Proof that I could create something of value, put it out into the world, and have someone pay for it. That one sale lit a fire that still burns today.

From Extra Income to Building a Business

Over time, I realised it wasn’t just about the extra money anymore. I’d fallen in love with the process of starting something from scratch.

The challenge of building trust with strangers.
The thrill of watching new customers turn into returning ones.
And sometimes — the joy of those customers becoming friends.

It became about connection. About building something real. About creating freedom.

Because here’s the truth: I never wanted to be tied to one place. I wanted to build a business I could run from anywhere in the world — whether that’s travelling abroad, exploring the UK, or following my daughter as she plays football across the country.

That’s the vision: family, freedom, and flexibility.

Why Volcano Publishing Was Born

Out of this journey came Volcano Publishing.

Our mission is simple:
👉 To help people find and complete the best-suited online digital courses for whatever skill, project, or business they’re pursuing.

And here’s the promise: we only recommend what we’ve used ourselves, or what we’ve tested and believe in. If it’s not good enough for us, it’s not good enough for you.

Beyond courses, we also share the tools and software we’ve tried, trusted, or had recommended by people we respect. Because the right course and the right tools can make all the difference between staying stuck… and moving forward.

Looking Ahead

My story is just beginning — and so is Volcano Publishing’s.

From that first idea to that first sale, every step has reinforced why I started:

• To support my family.

• To create freedom to travel and live fully.

• To help others cut through the noise and find what actually works.

If you’re at the start of your own journey, know this: it doesn’t have to be perfect. You don’t need everything figured out. You just need to take that first step.

Because one sale can change everything.

And if you’re ready to take your first step, maybe Volcano Publishing can help you find the right path.

👉 Want to see what courses and tools we’re currently using and recommending? Head over to Volcano Publishing and start your own journey today.