The Business of Laravel

Matt Stauffer
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The Business of Laravel

Short, powerful interviews with business leaders working with and within the Laravel ecosystem--about business, tech, and more! Hosted by Matt Stauffer.

  1. Bootstrap Mindset, Big Results | Gilbert Pellegrom, Co-founder of Lemon Squeezy

    31. 12. 2024.

    Bootstrap Mindset, Big Results | Gilbert Pellegrom, Co-founder of Lemon Squeezy

    In this episode of The Business of Laravel podcast, Matt Stauffer interviews Gilbert Pellegrom, Engineering Manager at Stripe and former Co-founder/CTO of Lemon Squeezy. Gilbert shares his journey from self-taught developer to entrepreneur, building Lemon Squeezy to simplify selling digital goods online. They discuss technical challenges using Laravel, the role of community and branding in hiring, and the bootstrap mindset that led to their acquisition by Stripe. Gilbert reflects on leadership, soft skills, and balancing personal passions—like his love for cars—with the joy of building meaningful projects. Matt Stauffer TwitterTighten WebsiteGilbert Pellegrom TwitterGilbert Pellegrom LinkedInGilbert Pellegrom’s Website-----Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.

    45 min
  2. Faithful in Small Things, Ready for Big Opportunities | Alex Millar, CTO & Founder of GovAI

    10. 12. 2024.

    Faithful in Small Things, Ready for Big Opportunities | Alex Millar, CTO & Founder of GovAI

    In this episode of the Business of Laravel podcast, Matt Stauffer talks with Alex Millar, CTO and founder of GovAI, about his journey from selling his previous venture, Bonfire, to adopting Laravel for his latest project. Alex shares how Laravel improved his two-man team’s efficiency and his experience as a newcomer to the framework. They discuss challenges in adopting new tools, the importance of documentation, architecture testing, and strategies for entrepreneurial success. Alex also offers insights on leadership, communication, and how small, well-executed details can drive significant growth. Matt Stauffer TwitterTighten WebsiteAlex Millar’s WebsiteAlex Millar TwitterGovAI WebsiteMinMaxing Software Costs TalkRandall Stutman: The Essence of Leadership [The Knowledge Project Ep. #96] "‌")Jim Dethmer: Leading Above the Line [The Knowledge Project Ep. #60]TED: Speaking so People Want to ListenAlex’s READMEYou can email Alex at alexander.millar@gmail.com. -----Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.

    53 min
  3. The Power of Intentional Leadership | Jason Johnson, CIO at Sweetwater

    15. 10. 2024.

    The Power of Intentional Leadership | Jason Johnson, CIO at Sweetwater

    In this episode of the Business of Laravel podcast, Matt Stauffer sits down with Jason Johnson, Chief Information Officer at Sweetwater, a leading provider of musical instruments, pro audio equipment, and comprehensive support services for musicians and audio professionals. They discuss Sweetwater’s impressive growth, how Laravel plays a key role in their technology stack, and the critical importance of building a strong company culture. Jason shares valuable insights on hiring practices, the significance of diversity in tech, and the power of vulnerability in leadership. He also emphasizes the need for continuous learning and highlights the importance of making intentional, business-driven decisions in both technology and team management. Matt Stauffer TwitterTighten WebsiteJason Johnson LinkedIn Extreme Ownership BookUpstream Book168 Hours BookSweetwater LinkedInSweetwater Careers-----Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.

    1 h
  4. Scaling and Handling Finances as a Solo Founder | Jason McCreary, Founder of Shift

    01. 10. 2024.

    Scaling and Handling Finances as a Solo Founder | Jason McCreary, Founder of Shift

    In this episode of the Business of Laravel podcast, Matt Stauffer interviews Jason McCreary, the founder of Shift. They discuss Jason's role and journey in the Laravel community, the functionality of Laravel Shift as an automation tool for upgrading Laravel versions, and the importance of keeping Laravel applications up to date. Jason shares his experience in building a successful SaaS product for developers, offers advice for aspiring founders and business owners, and discusses the unique challenges and rewards of being a solo founder. Matt Stauffer TwitterTighten WebsiteJason McCreary TwitterShiftJason’s Twitter ThreadJason’s Video on Adding an SMS Admin Action to Download LogsJason’s Article on SMS admin in 8 lines of codeOrigin story of Shift-----Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.

    53 min
  5. Boring Tech, Bold Results | Jon Behr, VP of Engineering at FM

    17. 09. 2024.

    Boring Tech, Bold Results | Jon Behr, VP of Engineering at FM

    In this episode of the Business of Laravel Podcast, Matt Stauffer sits down with Jon Behr, VP of Engineering at FM, to discuss his journey into the company and FM's use of Laravel. FM operates three major brands—Musicbed, Film Supply, and Stills—which license music, provide film clips, and sell premium stock photography. John shares insights into the ground-up rewrite of the Musicbed app using Laravel, highlighting the importance of choosing "boring technology" to ensure stability. They also explore topics like scalability, clear communication within engineering teams, and the intricacies of hiring and firing developers. Matt Stauffer TwitterTighten WebsiteJon Behr TwitterJon Behr LinkedIn FM WebsiteMusicbedFilmsupplyChoose Boring Technology Blog PostBecoming an Effective Software Engineering Manager BookRadical Candor BookFM Careers Page-----Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.

    48 min
  6. Strategic Leadership: The Importance of Saying No | Chris Morrell, CEO of InterNACHI

    03. 09. 2024.

    Strategic Leadership: The Importance of Saying No | Chris Morrell, CEO of InterNACHI

    In this episode of the Business of Laravel Podcast, Matt Stauffer sits down with Chris Morrell, the CEO and CTO of InterNACHI, the largest trade organization for residential and commercial property inspectors globally. Chris shares his insights on leading a technology-driven business in the home inspection industry and explains how InterNACHI leverages Laravel to deliver education, certification, and business tools for home inspectors. He discusses the challenges of broadening their service offerings while emphasizing the importance of making strategic, focused decisions. Additionally, Chris shares his experiences with the hiring process for Laravel developers and highlights the advantages of active participation in the Laravel community. Matt Stauffer TwitterTighten WebsiteChis on MastodonInterNACHI WebsiteChris Morrell TwitterChris Morrell on GitHubRadical Candor BookBooks by Tim FerrissFinancial Management of a Marketing Firm BookChris’s Podcast - Over EngineeredGretel Package-----Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.

    56 min
  7. The Power Behind the UK’s No. 1 Platform for Parents | Matthew Davis, CTO at Mumsnet

    20. 08. 2024.

    The Power Behind the UK’s No. 1 Platform for Parents | Matthew Davis, CTO at Mumsnet

    In this episode of the Business of Laravel Podcast, Matt Stauffer sits down with Matthew Davis, the CTO of Mumsnet, a leading social platform for parents in the UK. They discuss Mumsnet's full-scale transition to Laravel, unpacking the challenges and victories of their ground-up rewrite. They dive into the technical architecture behind their hosting and how they're leveraging machine learning to personalize content for their users. The discussion also covers the nuances of hiring Laravel developers and why finding the right culture fit is crucial for avoiding micromanagement and fostering independence in the workplace. Matthew Davis offers incredible insights on building trust between engineering and product teams and highlights how Laravel can be a game-changer for boosting productivity and driving real business value. Matt Stauffer TwitterTighten WebsiteMatthew Davis Twitter Mumsnet WebsiteMumsnet LinkedInRandical Candor Book Conflicted by Ian Leslie Growth Levers by Matt Lerner Matt Stauffer’s Empathy Gives You Superpowers Talk - Laracon EU 2015 -----Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.

    38 min
  8. Continuous Deployment and Continuous People Growth | Greg Skerman, DoT at iseekplant

    06. 08. 2024.

    Continuous Deployment and Continuous People Growth | Greg Skerman, DoT at iseekplant

    In this episode of the Business of Laravel podcast, Matt Stauffer interviews Greg Skerman, Director of Technology at iSeekplant, Australia’s leading online construction marketplace. They discuss Greg’s role, the benefits and challenges of a service-oriented architecture, and working with non-technical stakeholders. Greg emphasizes the importance of scaling people alongside technology, the value of experimentation, and the ability to swiftly revert changes. He highlights the advantages of frequent deployments, such as risk mitigation and quicker rollbacks, and their positive impact on staff retention. Greg also offers advice for aspiring leaders, stressing the importance of soft skills, openness to different approaches, and engaging with the community and mentors for career growth. Matt Stauffer Twitter Tighten Website Greg Skerman TwitterGreg Skerman LinkedInGreg’s PodcastGreg’s Substackiseekplant WebsitePostHogTurn the Ship Around BookGreg's 2023 Laracon AU TalkLaracon AU 2024-----Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.

    46 min
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Short, powerful interviews with business leaders working with and within the Laravel ecosystem--about business, tech, and more! Hosted by Matt Stauffer.

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  • Autor
    Matt Stauffer
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  • Epizode
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