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273: Freedom vs. Autonomy
Let's dive headfirst into the crazy world of starting your own business. We're going to chat about how "running your own show" can be freeing, but also comes with its ...
272: Andrew Hodson — A Mechanic's Leap into Tech Entrepreneurship
Andrew Hudson (@MyBuddyAndrew) is an indie hacker who has taken an unconventional journey. From getting his hands dirty as an auto mechanic to now paving the way as a ...
271: Arvid's Top 15 Book Recommendations for Founders
If you’re shopping for books this Black Friday, here are the 15 most impactful books I read before and during my SaaS founder journey. From entrepreneurship to marketi...
270: Rob Walling — Stair-Stepping into SaaS Success
Rob Walling (@robwalling) unpacks the fascinating world of SaaS businesses, touching on topics like scaling, diversification, and the role of AI in SaaS projects. Rob ...
269: Embracing Obstacles for Opportunity
How can we master the art of managing constraints and turning obstacles into opportunities?With intentional choices.Join me as I candidly share my experiences of juggl...
268: Channing Allen — Myths and Realities of the Indie Hacking Scene
Channing Allen (@channingallen) is the co-founder of Indie Hackers. Today, Channing and I uncover the secrets of thriving in the indie hacking scene from someone who i...
267: Risks and Rewards of Building on OpenAI
Should you build an indie business on top of OpenAI? Absolutely. It's not in OpenAI's interest to build niche solutions that compete with indie hacker startups. It's i...
266: Sakshi Shukla — Understanding Identity and Being the Only One
Do you truly know yourself? Have you ever wondered about your multidimensional identity —the many layers of who we are and to whom— and the role it plays in finding yo...
265: "Authenticity" in the Digital Age
What does it even mean to be "authentic" online? Just posting things you want other people to see? Sharing everything, treating people like friends? Or maybe it's bein...
264: Dickie Bush — Harness the Power of Digital Writing
Dickie Bush (@dickiebush) discusses Ship 30 for 30, a movement he started to transform writing from a solitary to a communal activity, now a structured course. Along w...
263: Indie Hacking Isn't Dead — It's Just Less Hacky
Indie Hacking Isn't Dead — It's Just Less Hacky. The transformation of Indie Hacking over the years creates new challenges and opportunities for Indie Hackers in today...
262: Pieter Levels — The Indie Hacker’s Guide to AI Startups
My guest today, Pieter Levels, claims that "Indie Hacking is dead." Yet, Pieter runs several indie AI startups (and a few traditional ones), totaling $250,000 in reve...
261: Accessibility for Profit
Accessibility is one of the most overlooked aspects of being a creator, but it is an incredibly powerful tool to make long-term friends and, ultimately, more money.Tod...
260: Milly Tamati — The Power and Potential of Generalists
We hire specialists. Deep knowledge in one field, not many skills in all the others. We value and celebrate specialists with promising career paths, titles, and promot...
259: Monetizing Micro-Communities
Today, I explore the world of microcommunities - small, but incredibly lucrative communities. I examine how microcommunities are different from general online communit...
258: Aaron Francis — The Power of Sharing Expertise
Journey with me as we dive deep into Aaron Francis' transformation from a coder to a teacher. Discover the intricate dance of building in the open. Aaron lays bare his...
257: Proof of Work: How Indie Founders Build Defensible Businesses
Ever felt annoyed seeing someone else selling a copy of something you made? It's a problem many small business owners face. Today, I'm diving into how to protect your ...
256: Brennan Dunn — This Is Personal
This is a masterclass in personalized marketing. Brennan even convinces me to ramp up my own efforts!Listen in as I uncover the power of personalized marketing with Br...
255: Pet Rock Projects (And Why They… Rock)
Are you tired of the mainstream narrative that success as a software developer can only be pegged to the scale of your projects or the economic output of your code? Th...
254: Aprilynne Alter — Behind the Scenes of a Successful YouTuber
Unearth the secrets of YouTube monetization and growth in our conversation with YouTube creator Aprilynne Alter. Prepare to be enlightened as Aprilynne reveals her jou...
253: Focusing on Customer Retention Features
Buckle up for a voyage into the intricate world of software feature decision-making! Promising to equip you with insights from my journey, this episode helps you navig...
252: Erica Schneider — Build Your Personal Platform (And Not Just a Brand)
Getting started often brings valuable lessons that shape our paths in life; my chat with Erica Schneider, an expert in building authentic personal platforms, is a test...
251: What I Learned From 250 Podcast Episodes
It's time to celebrate! This podcast has just reached 250 episodes, and I have a few lessons to share from along the way.The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder....
250: Amanda Goetz — The Antidote to Hustle Culture
I finally got to talk to Amanda Goetz, a marketer-turned-full-time-creator, who's generously poured out her wisdom on navigating the creator economy. Amanda's journey ...
249: Avoiding the Entrepreneurial Planning Trap
Three mistakes are common when early-stage founders plan their strategy: scoping, revenue sources, and lack of validation. Let's dive into why we trip up on these issu...
248: Ruben Gamez — Cracking the E-Signature Market
Get ready to revolutionize your SaaS product signup process with some unique strategies, insights, and actionable tips from our much-awaited conversation with Ruben Ga...
247: You’re Not “Too Late”: Capitalizing on Pre-Validated Ideas
Have you ever felt deflated upon discovering that your brilliant business idea already exists in the market? Well, you're not alone. I'm Arvid Kahl, and I argue that t...
246: Corey Haines — Mastering Product Marketing
Get ready to learn everything about product marketing from our guest today, Corey Haines. Corey is a marketing pro who knows a lot about selling the right products to ...
245: Take a Break
Instead of writing a lengthy article this week, I pointed my iPhone at my face, clipped on a wireless mic, put the puppy in the background of the shot, and hit record....
244: Emmet Gibney — Referred Into the Role of CEO
Emmet Gibney truly walked the path less taken. Today, you'll hear about an extraordinary journey from customer support to interim CEO of Rewardful. You'll gain insight...
