Who we accept
We pick 1–2 founders a month, so every spot counts. Here's what gets an application to the top of the pile.
What we look for
- Founders 18 and older, with a focus on young adults
- A clear product or service, not just a general area of interest
- Some proof people want it: conversations, a waitlist, or early sales
- A founder who can commit real hours every week
- A business based anywhere in the U.S.
- Willingness to share your story as a BizBakers case study
What we pass on
- Ideas with no specific customer in mind
- Founders who can't commit weekly time right now
- Businesses that need years of regulatory approval before they can sell
- Anything illegal, deceptive, or built to harm people
How to stand out
Show your work. Notes from customer interviews, a simple landing page, a handful of preorders, or a list of competitors with what they get wrong. Evidence beats enthusiasm every time.
Not ready yet? Our free guide to validating a business idea in 14 days will get you there.
Your idea has been proving long enough.
We pick 1–2 founders a month. Applications take about 20 minutes, and everyone who applies gets an answer.