Ramen Profitable

A stage of a startup where the founders are earning just enough from the business to cover basic living costs, not thriving, but sustainable enough to keep building.

Being ramen profitable is a major milestone. It removes the existential pressure of "I must get a job" and gives you the freedom to build without investor dependency.

Your SaaS generates £2,200 MRR. Your rent and food cost £1,800/month. You are ramen profitable, not wealthy, but free. Every additional subscriber now builds toward real profitability.