The Startup Ideas Podcast Greg Isenberg

Join us for an engaging conversation with Natalie Ellis, founder of Boss Babe, as we explore a wide range of startup ideas and business opportunities. In this episode, we discuss the huge potential of building an all-in-one health company focused on pregnant women, a social media insurance company, and an AI wealth advisor. Natalie shares her insights on how to build a successful business and why she believes it is still possible to stand out. We dissect how to grow these companies using various tactics, from audience building to cold calling, and provide frameworks behind those strategies so you can apply them to any business. Whether you're aiming to launch your first million-dollar business or are curious about cutting-edge entrepreneurial strategies, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a successful startup!
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Episode Timestamps: 
0:00 Intro01:39 Startup Idea 1:  Health Tracking Platform for Pregnant Women 16:00 Startup Idea 2: Social Media Insurance Company29:45 Startup Idea 3: AI Wealth Advisor

Join us for an engaging conversation with Cody Schneider, Co-founder of Swell AI, as we explore a wide range of startup ideas and business opportunities. In this episode, we dive into the potential of LinkedIn short-form video agencies, SaaS startup opportunities, and why AI graphic designer can be huge. Cody shares his insights on why building an audience is crucial for any founder's success. Whether you're aiming to launch your first million-dollar business or are curious about cutting-edge entrepreneurial strategies, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a successful startup!
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Episode Timestamps: 0:00 Intro06:17 Startup Idea 1: LinkedIn Short Form Video Agency16:34 Startup Idea 2: Automation Agency22:52 Startup Idea 3: AI Graphic Designer29:32 Startup Idea 4: Newsletter in a Box36:12 Startup Idea 5: Youtube Thumbnail Builder/Directory45:34 Startup Idea 6: Content as a Service
50:10 Startup Idea 7: Canva Subtitler
52:59 Startup Idea 8: Airline Deals Aggregator
1:00:05 Startup Idea 9: Quickbooks for specific niche
1:07:47 The Goal of SIP
1:11:50 The Power of the Internet
1:16:26 High level Content Strategy

Join us for a jam session where I break down several innovative startup ideas from the SIP community. I’ll share my insights on why these ideas are either promising or problematic, and reveal the frameworks and strategies I’d use to grow these businesses. In this episode, learn how to capitalize on the micro weddings trend to build multiple service-based businesses. I also discuss my framework for the future of AI-enabled service businesses and how you can leverage it to build a highly profitable enterprise. Additionally, we dive deep into an innovative approach to building a course business and how to position your SaaS business for success. Discover the evaluation techniques and growth strategies that can help you build your next successful startup. Whether you're aiming to launch your first million-dollar business or are interested in entrepreneurial tactics, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a thriving startup!
Want more free ideas? I collect the best ideas from the pod and give them to you for free in a database. Most of them cost $0 to start (my fav)
Get access: gregisenberg.com/30startupideas
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Episode Timestamps: 0:00 Intro02:53 First business: Lead Generation for Wedding Venues06:14 Second business: Fractional Wedding Planner12:55 Framework: AI-enabled Service based businesses15:22 Third business: Niche Credentialing Business20:40 Fourth business: UX Analytics SaaS App

Join us for an engaging conversation with serial entrepreneur John Rush as we explore a variety of startup ideas and opportunities centered around directories and Micro-SaaS. In this episode, we delve into the rising indie hacker trend, the power of micro-influencers, and the potential of directories. John shares his proven framework and strategy for validating directories and discusses why micro-influencers are the most underpriced advertising channel in 2024. Whether you're looking to start your first million-dollar business or are curious about entrepreneurial strategies, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a successful startup!
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Episode Timestamp: 00:00 Intro
01:44 First business: Micro-SaaS growth/marketing tools
05:37 Second business: Startup validation as a service
13:49 The influencer marketing landscape
23:49 Why directories are underrated
30:22 Third business: Localized directories
35:35 Framework for finding/validating directory ideas

Join us for a jam session where I break down several startup ideas from the SIP community. I’ll share my insights on why these ideas are promising or problematic, and reveal the frameworks and strategies I’d use to grow these businesses. In this episode, we explore diverse opportunities, including affiliate websites, loyalty programs, DTC brands, and more. Discover the evaluation techniques and growth strategies that can help you build your next successful startup. Whether you're aiming to launch your first million-dollar business or are interested in entrepreneurial tactics, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a thriving startup!
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Episode Timestamps: 
0:00 Intro01:25 First business: Newsletter focused on summarizing scientific journals08:38 Second business: Loyalty program for gamers11:48 Third business: Carnivore snacks DTC brand15:29 Fourth business: Content website for plugs and adaptors17:56 Fifth business:  Newsletter focused on QSBS and 83b startups 19:41 Sixth business: Fantasy League for real-life physical activities

Join us for an engaging conversation with Jonathan Courtney, Co-Founder and CEO of AJ&Smart, as we explore a variety of startup ideas and opportunities centered around the powerful emotion of nostalgia. In this episode, we dive into the world of video games, collectibles, art, and more. Discover why nostalgia is such a potent tool for entrepreneurs and how you can leverage it to bootstrap successful businesses. We also discuss Palmer Luckey’s innovative company, Modretro, and why its product is a game-changer. Whether you're looking to start your first million-dollar business or are curious about entrepreneurial strategies, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a successful startup!
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Episode Timestamps: 
00:00 Intro
01:40 Visualizing Nostalgia
04:54 Palmer Luckey’s Modretro (Gameboy)
06:56 First business: LAN Parties
20:11 Framework for applying nostalgia
25:05 Second business: Millennial Retro Content Creator
32:33 Third business: High-end Nostalgic Art