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How She Made $100,000 with a Weekend Business & How You Can Too

0h 09m video Published Dec 9, 2025 Transcribed Aug 5, 2026 Journey With The Hintons Journey With The Hintons
Beginner 5 min read For: Individuals looking for a side hustle or small business opportunity with minimal startup costs and no prior experience.
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The video features an interview with Akira, who claims to have earned $100,000 in 84 days by starting a mobile DNA testing business on weekends. The host explains how Akira, with no prior experience or qualifications, partnered with a lab, obtained a business license, and began collecting DNA samples from clients at various locations. The video outlines the startup process, potential earnings, and scaling strategies, emphasizing the accessibility of this service-based business.

[00:02]
Introduction to Akira's Success

Akira made $100,000 in 84 days through mobile DNA testing, a service-based business requiring no license or certification.

[00:31]
What is Mobile DNA Testing?

Akira drives to clients, collects samples, sends them to a lab, and gets paid hundreds per appointment. She started with no qualifications or experience.

[00:57]
Legitimacy and First Client

Her first client was met at a Starbucks. She conducted tests in parking lots, Walgreens, CVS, coffee shops, and homes, emphasizing the 'meet you where you are' approach.

[01:41]
No Experience Needed

Akira had no idea what she was doing initially; she followed the lab kit instructions step by step at Starbucks, showing that regular people can do this.

[02:08]
Partnering with a Lab

She applied online to DDC, one of the country's biggest labs, and was approved within 24 hours. The lab sent her all necessary supplies for free.

[02:46]
Business License Requirement

A business license is required to collect DNA samples, costing $100 or less from the secretary of state.

[03:15]
Insurance Sponsorship

The video includes a sponsored segment for Next Insurance, emphasizing the importance of business insurance to protect against accidents.

[04:23]
Application Process

The DDC application is one sheet with basic questions; once approved, lab supplies are sent free, and you just collect samples and mail them.

[04:51]
Earnings and Pricing

Akira charged $175 for her first swab, then $150-$300 per test. She could make $358 in 20 minutes, doing 3-5 tests a day.

[05:20]
Types of DNA Tests

She performed tests for child support, custody, and immigration, scheduling 3-4 appointments per weekend, earning $1,000-$2,000.

[05:47]
Profit Breakdown

Lab charges $140 per test; she charges $450, resulting in about $330 profit per test.

[06:28]
Getting First Clients

A single Facebook post saying 'stop unlawful child support' generated 40 calls in 24 hours. She also joined Facebook groups and contacted CPS workers, doctors, judges, etc.

[07:22]
Using AI and Social Media

The host used Google V3 to create a video for promotion, highlighting the ease of using AI and social media to market services.

[07:50]
Scaling Services

Akira expanded to gender reveals, fingerprinting, drug testing, and infidelity DNA testing, though some require certification.

[08:33]
Market Opportunity

Most cities still lack DNA collectors, so the opportunity is wide open. The host encourages starting on weekends with no experience.

The video presents mobile DNA testing as a lucrative, low-barrier weekend business that can scale to six figures, with Akira's story as proof. It emphasizes the ease of starting with no experience, using social media for client acquisition, and expanding services for growth.

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Tutorial Checklist

1 02:08 Partner with a lab like DDC by filling out an online application.
2 02:46 Obtain a business license from your secretary of state (costs $100 or less).
3 04:23 Submit the application and required documents to the lab; get approved to receive free supplies.
4 04:38 Start collecting DNA samples from clients using the provided swabs and envelopes.
5 04:51 Charge clients $150-$300 per test, depending on distance and number of people.
6 06:28 Market your services via social media posts, especially Facebook, to attract clients.
7 07:50 Scale by adding services like gender reveals, fingerprinting, and drug testing.

Study Flashcards (8)

How much did Akira make in 84 days?

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$100,000

00:02

What is the first step to start a mobile DNA testing business?

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Partner with a lab like DDC by filling out an online application.

02:08

What is the cost of a business license for DNA testing?

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$100 or less.

02:46

How much did Akira charge for her first swab?

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$175.

04:51

What is the profit margin per DNA test if charging $450 and lab costs $140?

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$330 profit.

05:47

How many calls did Akira get from her first Facebook post?

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40 calls in 24 hours.

06:43

What additional services did Akira add to scale her business?

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Gender reveals, fingerprinting, drug testing, and infidelity DNA testing.

07:50

Do standard DNA swabs require certification?

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No, standard DNA swabs do not require certification.

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💡 Key Takeaways

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84-Day Success

Demonstrates a concrete, achievable income goal in a short timeframe, making the business model compelling.

00:02
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No Experience Required

Highlights the low barrier to entry, encouraging viewers that they can replicate the success.

01:41
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Free Lab Supplies

Eliminates startup costs, making the business accessible to those with limited capital.

02:08
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Profit Margin Breakdown

Provides a clear financial model, showing the potential for high profit per test.

05:47
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Social Media Client Acquisition

Shows the power of a simple Facebook post to generate leads, a key marketing insight.

06:43

[00:02] only work on the weekends? Well, I recently sat down with someone who did it in just 84 days. >> When I tell you we did 100K in about 84 literally 100K. >> And you know, I took notes so that I can

[00:18] bring it back to you. So, I'm sure you want to know what exactly does she do to get this type of money in 84 days. Well, it's DNA testing. And it's not the kind you're probably thinking of. This is mobile DNA testing, meaning she

[00:31] literally drives to people, collects their sample, send it off to a lab, and she get paid hundreds per appointment. And get this, when she started, she had absolutely no qualifications, no experience, and she did not have an

[00:45] >> This is a service-based quick business. So, nobody has to have a license, a certification. You don't have to be a nurse, any all of that is not necessary. In fact, her very first client, she met him and his son. Or maybe it wasn't his

[00:57] son, but they met at a Starbucks. And as crazy as this sounds, this is 100% legit. When Akira did these DNA tests, she would meet people in parking lots. She would do them at a Walgreens or a CVS, a coffee shop. She would even go to

[01:13] some people's homes. I'm telling you, she took meet you where you are to a whole new level. Now, I don't know about you, but when I hear of DNA tests, this is the first thing that comes to mind. >> You are the father.

[01:27] So, I automatically assume that in order to collect some results like this, you definitely have to be certified or you need some kind of medical training. But what she told me completely blew my mind. She said she had absolutely no

[01:41] idea what she was doing. >> I'm in my head panicking. She just sat with the lab kit that was sent to her, and she followed it step by step right in the corner of Starbucks. And I really wanted you to understand this because I

[01:54] want you to know that this is something that regular people just like you and I can do. And I'm going to tell you how she scaled this business to beyond DNA swabs and she went beyond six figures as well. So, one of the things I asked

[02:08] Akira was, "What would a person need to get started?" Because we know it's not experience. So the first thing she did was partner with a lab. She went online, filled out an application with one of the [music] country's biggest labs, DDC.

[02:20] >> These results were prepared by DNA Diagnostics. [music] >> And within 24 hours of submitting that application, she was approved. And the lab immediately sent her everything she needed to do this.

[02:32] thing that you need. There's nothing that you have to pay for out of pocket. >> I'm talking about the swabs you need, the envelopes, and the instructions. And the good thing is you can apply to become a partner with DDC for absolutely

[02:46] you'll see right here is a business license. And that's because you are collecting DNA samples. People have to trust you. People have to feel and know that hey this is a legitimate service. It's going to be a legal test, you know,

[03:00] >> So if you don't have a business license, you can easily just go to your secretary of state and apply for one. It should be $100 or less. And other than a business to bring to your attention that Akira and I did not discuss that day, but it's

[03:15] and that's protecting your business. Because listen, we definitely don't want one accident to put our entire business [music] at risk. It doesn't matter if you are just starting out or if you've been running a business for years.

[03:29] never want to be sitting there wondering if you are covered for this. So, thanks to Nex Insurance for partnering with me on this video. They make it simple for small business owners like us to get [music] the coverage we need. It's fast,

[03:43] [music] the coverage we need. It's fast, it's affordable, and it is 100% online. No confusing paperwork, no drawn out phone calls. [music] In just a few minutes, you are able to customize a plan that actually fits your business.

[03:55] And once you are covered, you get the peace of mind knowing that if something unexpected did happen, you and your work are protected, which means you can now focus on what's really important, and that is growing your business with

[04:08] confidence. So, if you have been putting off getting insured, do not wait. Follow the link in the description and get your free quote with Next Insurance. Now, application. And one of the things that DDC does require you to have is

[04:23] covered. But the application is literally just one sheet and it asks some simple basic questions. So once you submit this application along with all of the required documents that they ask for and you get approved, then they will

[04:38] start sending you your lab supplies for [music] free. And at that point, all you will have to do is go and get your clients, get those samples, put it in that envelope, and send it to their lab for processing. So let's talk about one

[04:51] waiting for. What does that pay look like? So, for the very first swab that Akira did, she charged $175. But after that, she would charge anywhere from $150 to $300. >> You can make $358

[05:05] in 20 minutes or so. And you're doing typically I do three to five tests a >> And it would depend on a few factors like how far she has to drive, how many sometimes it may be one person, sometimes it can be two or three. And

[05:20] she would charge per person. So some of the DNA tests that she was able to perform again with no certification and no experience were things like child support custody and immigration. So on the weekend she would schedule about 3

[05:34] to four appointments a day. And that mean you can easily bring in anywhere from a,000 to $2,000 in just the weekend. But I do want to break this down a little further so that you can understand how this money works.

[05:47] >> So the lab may say, "Hey, we're going to charge you $140 to get this these results." So that's their base fee. Now I know the lab is charging me 140. What does it look like for me as the owner, right? So in my area, DNA tests are at

[06:01] about 350. They go up to like475. >> So you do the math. I'm charging $450 for a DNA test. The lab is charging me$140 for to just get the results and process it. So I'm looking at about a $330 profit in there.

[06:15] >> So that's how she crossed over $100,000 in 84 days. Now, she did take this weekend business and turn it into everyday business. And when you make money like that, why not? But this is something that you can start off doing

[06:28] on the weekend or after your 9 to5 until you get to a place where you can replace quitting your job saying, "I'm about to make money." So, one of the things I asked her was how was she able to get her first client. I make one post on

[06:43] Facebook [music] that says, "Hey, you can stop unlawful child support. Give us a call. can assist you. Literally 24 hours I had 40 calls. I'm looking at the calls and I'm showing it to my husband like I think we got like 40 calls today

[06:57] about the post and I was like nobody knows this number so it has to be for >> I'm telling y'all y'all sleep on social media if you are not using it to bring in some money. But she also joined groups on Facebook. She sent people

[07:10] messages and she would make calls to CPS workers, to doctor's offices, judges, private investigators, clerk courts, anybody that she can reach. But the

[07:22] thing that really did help her initially was that Facebook post that she made. And now today, with the power of AI, that makes it even easier to get this out there. So, I was able to make this video using Google V3.

[07:36] >> She keeps saying this is my baby. There ain't no way. I'm getting a mobile DNA test today from Mo'Nique. >> And you can post stuff like this on [music] Tik Tok, Instagram, Facebook, and you can instantly get eyes on your

[07:50] services that you are offering. But once she mastered those DNA swabs, she didn't stop there. She took it to the next level. She started doing gender reveals. And I know you have heard of a gender reveal. You probably had one yourself.

[08:03] fingerprinting. She offer drug testing. But the one that really blew my mind is when she told me that she does infidelity [music] >> Infidelity DNA testing. We can test and compare DNA samples. So [music] if you

[08:19] my husband was supposed to been at work." It's a stain on the sheets, Miss can say, "Hey, Miss Barlo, does this toothbrush match the semen found on >> This is some next level stuff, y'all. Now, some of the additional things she

[08:33] ended up adding to her services that she offer does require certification, but the standard DNA swabs do not. And if you are considering getting started with this, but you are worried that this could be saturated, most cities still do

[08:48] not have DNA collectors. So, the opportunity is wide open here. So, think can start on the weekends with no experience [music] and you can scale it to six figures and beyond. So, if you have been waiting, looking, searching

[09:02] for a sign to start something of your own, this just might be it. And if you want to take a deeper dive into this, I am going to leave Akira's information down in the description because she goes way deeper and breaks everything [music]

[09:15] down for you. She offers courses, all kinds of things to help to get you started. She will even start businesses for people and she has free resources. So, you definitely don't want to miss out on that. But, I hope that this has

[09:27] do get started and let me know how it goes for you. Other than that, I thank you so much for watching and until next time, we are out. Peace.

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