What steps can I take to find my first customer?

test 5 channels for audience response

It largely depends on your product. Based on that, the first step is to figure out who your customers are.

Go in communities where your possible cusomers are such as subreddits, Linkedin, etc. and create get an idea who are your possible customers, then find more people who match that description and contact them. If you are getting no interest you might need to recheck your product/idea.

To find your first customer, start by leveraging your existing network for referrals and connections, as warm leads are often more receptive. Additionally, conduct market research to identify potential customers and engage with them through social media or local events to generate interest in your product or service.

To find your first customer, identify your target audience, leverage your network, offer incentives, promote on social media, attend networking events, and ask for referrals.

Perhaps close friends or family would become the first customers, don’t you think?

Browse your network, and check out places your target user would hang out at (social media, forums, events, etc) Good luck!