The Business of Laravel

Matt Stauffer
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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.

  1. Growing Maintainly: From Niche Solution to Genericized SaaS | Patrick O’Meara & Steven Quayle

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    Growing Maintainly: From Niche Solution to Genericized SaaS | Patrick O’Meara & Steven Quayle

    In this episode of the Business of Laravel podcast, Matt Stauffer sits down with Patrick O’Meara and Steven Quayle, co-founders of Maintainly, a CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) company built on Laravel. They dive into the evolution of Maintainly, the challenges of building and scaling software, and the unique role Laravel plays in their operations. The conversation explores how industry expertise, thoughtful hiring, and a strong remote culture have shaped their company. Patrick and Steven also share the personal influences behind their journey and their vision for the future of Maintainly. Matt Stauffer TwitterTighten WebsiteMaintainly WebsiteSteven Quayle on LinkedIn Patrick O’Meara TwitterPatrick O’Meara on BlueSkyPatrick O’Meara on GitHubPatrick O’Meara on LinkedInNever Write Another Loop Again by Adam WathanHow to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale CarnegieGood to Great by Jim CollinsEditing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.

    49 min
  2. Turning a Problem Into a Product | Alison Gianotto, Founder of Snipe-IT

    26 AOÛT

    Turning a Problem Into a Product | Alison Gianotto, Founder of Snipe-IT

    In this episode of The Business of Laravel, Matt Stauffer chats with Alison Gianotto, Founder of Snipe-IT. They explore Alison’s path in PHP development, how Snipe-IT grew from a side project into a thriving open-source IT asset management platform, and the challenges along the way. The conversation touches on user experience, hiring, remote team management, and leading with empathy. Alison also reflects on lessons learned from her career and shares her vision for Snipe-IT’s future. Matt Stauffer Twitter - https://twitter.com/stauffermattTighten Website - https://tighten.com/Alison’s WebsiteAlison on BlueskyLaravel Podcast with Alison GianottoGreat Tighten Experiment Blog Post----- Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.

    45 min
  3. Bootstrapping, Buyouts, and Building Again | Branick Weix, CEO of Diagonal

    12 AOÛT

    Bootstrapping, Buyouts, and Building Again | Branick Weix, CEO of Diagonal

    In this episode of the Business of Laravel podcast, Matt Stauffer chats with Branick Weix, CEO of Diagonal. They discuss Branick's journey from building a successful startup, Aryeo, to launching Diagonal, a company focused on personalized software for small businesses. Branick shares insights on hiring strategies, the importance of sticking to Laravel standards, and the role of AI in software development. He also offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Matt Stauffer Twitter Tighten Website Branick Weix Twitter Diagnoal WebsiteBranick Weix GitHub Branick Weix LinkedIn LaraJobs Zero to One by Peter Thiel Devin AI ----- Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.

    36 min
  4. From Zero Code to SaaS Success | David Watson, Founder of RiskAdvisor

    21 JANV.

    From Zero Code to SaaS Success | David Watson, Founder of RiskAdvisor

    In this episode of The Business of Laravel podcast, Matt Stauffer interviews David Watson, founder of RiskAdvisor, a SaaS platform for independent insurance agents. David shares his journey from being a non-technical founder to running a successful business, emphasizing the importance of marketing and sales skills in entrepreneurship. He discusses the challenges he faced transitioning from a no-code solution to a more robust code-based platform and offers insights into building a strong team. David also explores how AI can be leveraged to drive sales growth in the insurance industry. Matt Stauffer TwitterTighten WebsiteDavid Watson FacebookDavid Watson LinkedInRiskAdvisor WebsiteHow to Win Friends and Influence People-----Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.

    34 min
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
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À propos

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

Informations

  • Création
    Matt Stauffer
  • Années d’activité
    2024 - 2025
  • Épisodes
    17
  • Classification
    Tous publics
  • Copyright
    ©️ Matt Stauffer
  • Site web de l’émission
    The Business of Laravel

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