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06/18/2023

Simplifying Ideas for Success in Entrepreneurship

OMG, you guys won't believe what I just recorded on this podcast episode! 😍 I was totally geeking out as I interviewed tech entrepreneur Peter about his journey in entrepreneurship, his experiences with startups, and his current project, Pineapple Builder. 🤖 It's an AI website builder for busy business owners - how cool is that?! 🤯 And get this, we even talked about money and how our upbringing can influence our mindset towards it. Crazy, right? 💰 But it was so interesting to hear our different perspectives. We covered a ton of topics, like Twitter tactics and the importance of flexibility and iteration in entrepreneurship. Plus, we talked about the limitations of AI and the benefits of open source. 🤔 And let's not forget the importance of reducing decision-making in our lives - I definitely need to work on that! The best part was when we talked about reflecting on our actions and learning from failures. It was such a great reminder that we all make mistakes, but it's how we handle them that really matters. 💪 Overall, this episode was a total blast and I can't wait to listen to more! 🎉 Links:⁠⁠https://capgo.app⁠⁠ : update system for capacitor appshttps://CapTime.app : crossfit timer for people doing crossfit at home https://www.pineapplebuilder.com/ : ultra MVP of a project builder https://www.indiehackers.com/podcasts https://OpenAI.com ⁠https://codepushgo.com⁠

06/18/2023

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1h 30m
08/04/2024

Marketing and SEO: Building a Successful Business

Summary Elston shares his journey from being a software engineer to becoming a successful solo entrepreneur. He discusses his early projects, the challenges he faced, and the strategies he employed to achieve success. The conversation also delves into the importance of marketing, the role of SEO, and the value of releasing features in beta. Elston emphasizes the need for iterative development and the significance of user feedback in product improvement. The conversation covers a range of topics including user experience, product development, project management, startup experiences, and the importance of bootstrapping. It delves into the challenges and insights of building and managing software products, as well as the significance of user feedback and market validation. The conversation also explores the dynamics of exiting a project, the impact of VC funding, and the value of building niche, bootstrapped businesses. Additionally, it highlights the role of expertise and interest in driving successful product development. The conversation covers topics related to revenue optimization, the introduction of free plans, the importance of mentorship, and the significance of community in entrepreneurship. It also delves into the concept of IndieMaker journey and the value of finding a mentor who is slightly ahead of you. The conversation concludes with a discussion on favorite quotes and recommendations for future podcast guests. Links: - https://x.com/_baretto - https://tiiny.host/ - https://x.com/RamenClubHQ - https://capgo.app - https://solos.ventures Chapters 00:00 Navigating User Experience and Product Development 52:10 The Dynamics of Startup Experiences and Project Exit 59:52 The Impact of VC Funding and Bootstrapping in Niche Businesses 01:03:46 Optimizing Revenue and Free Plans 01:13:04 The Power of Mentorship and Community in Entrepreneurship 01:13:49 IndieMaker Journey and Founder Vision 01:24:50 Favorite Quotes and Future Podcast Guests

08/04/2024

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1h 30m
08/18/2024

From Bootstrapping to the VC World The Advantages of Bootstrapping

John Rush shares his journey from bootstrapping startups to entering the VC world and eventually discovering the joy of bootstrapping again. He discusses the challenges and drawbacks of the VC world, such as the pressure to have a large team and the need to constantly raise money. He also reflects on his experiences as an angel investor and the lessons he learned from his investments. John emphasizes the importance of being passionate about the work you do and the value of having a strong family and community. The conversation explores the satisfaction and fulfillment that comes from creating products that bring value and happiness to users. The speakers discuss the joy they feel when users express gratitude for their products and how it motivates them to continue improving. They also touch on the importance of solving real problems and making a positive impact. The conversation delves into the advantages of bootstrapping and the potential of the bootstrap world to compete with VC-backed startups. They envision a future where open source and micro-SaaS tools thrive, allowing for specialization and innovation. They also discuss the idea of implementing a royalty system for open-source projects. The conversation explores the potential for increased innovation and faster evolution in software development. The guests discuss the benefits of open-source collaboration and the ability to quickly adjust and improve existing software. They highlight the importance of finding meaning and purpose in one's work, and the value of owning and creating something. They also touch on the negative effects of sedentary computer work and the need for a balanced lifestyle. The conversation concludes with a discussion on building products for future trends rather than past trends. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the importance of creating a community focused on making and producing rather than consuming. The concept of the Indie Maker Village is introduced as a place where the mainstream agenda is centered around creation. The conversation also touches on the negative effects of excessive consumption and the need to limit access to cheap dopamine. The benefits of open-source projects and the trustworthiness of bootstrapped companies are highlighted. The importance of enjoying the journey and finding happiness in the process rather than solely focusing on the outcome is emphasized. The episode ends with a recommendation for the next guest and the invitation for listeners to reach out with feedback or questions. Links: → Marsx.dev → Unicornplatform.com website builder. → Devhunt.org Open Source PH alternative for dev tools → SeoBotAI.com SEO on 100% autopilot. zero actions needed. → Listingbott.com lists a tool on up to 1000 directories with 1 click for traffic/backlinks → AllGPTs.co most popular custom GPT directory in the world → filmgrail.com cinema SaaS platform. Powers cinemas on all continents, processing over $50M in ticket sales a year → lorem.space image placeholder api → marketsy.ai e-commerce and marketplaces powered by AI → uigenerator.org generate UI mockups for your website → cofondr.com cofounder as a service for busy solo makers → indexrusher.com index your new pages really fast, in just hours → saasemailer.com dead simple emailers/CRM for solo makers → nextjsstarter.com directory of all NextJS starters and boilerplates → startupstools.com startup tools used by famous makers → osssoftware.org vetted OSS alternatives for the tool you pay for - https://capgo.app - https://solos.ventures Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:16 From Bootstrapping to the VC World 08:48 Discovering the Value of Bootstrapping 12:16 The Importance of Honesty in Business 15:19 The Challenges of Investing 28:22 The Value of Passion and Building 28:49 Creating Value and Happiness for Users 34:19 The Motivation of User Gratitude 43:34 The Advantages of Bootstrapping 52:28 The Potential of the Bootstrap World 57:11 The Rise of Open Source and Micro-SaaS 01:00:13 Incentivizing Collaboration with Royalties 01:03:04 Accelerating Innovation 01:05:38 The Power of Collaboration 01:09:18 Helping Each Other Out 01:13:34 Finding Meaning in Work 01:16:55 Balancing Work and Life 01:21:09 Building for the Future 01:35:45 Creating a Community of Makers 01:37:12 The Negative Effects of Excessive Consumption 01:42:23 The Importance of Enjoying the Journey 02:02:46 Invitation for Feedback and Questions

08/18/2024

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2h 1m
09/08/2024

Automating Uneed and Building Passive Income With Thomas Sanlis

🚀 Discover how Thomas Sanlis turned a simple directory for front-end developers into a thriving indie business! In this episode, we dive deep into Thomas' journey with Uneed, a platform that helps developers launch and showcases their products. Learn about: ✅ The origins of Uneed as a side project to test Nuxt.js ✅ How Thomas grew Uneed to generate $1,500-$2,000 per month ✅ The power of programmatic SEO in driving traffic and growth ✅ Balancing teaching and entrepreneurship ✅ The challenges of social media and dealing with criticism ✅ Key lessons learned on the indie hacker journey Thomas shares valuable insights on persistence, learning to delegate, and the importance of "thinking less, doing more" in the world of indie hacking. Whether you're a developer, aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about the indie maker journey, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments! #IndieHacking #SideProjects #Entrepreneurship #WebDevelopment Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Background 08:30 Evolution of UNIID 13:24 Teaching and Side Projects 17:43 The Power of Programmatic SEO 22:14 Automating UNIID and Building Passive Income 28:33 Launching New Projects and Embracing Challenges 32:00 Coding on Paper and the Importance of Creativity 36:15 Patience and the Indie Hacking Journey 44:52 Believing in Yourself and Overcoming Doubt 57:55 The Importance of Taking Action and Doing 01:05:41 Delegating and Focusing on the Big Picture 01:07:40 Connect with Thomas Sarlis on Twitter Links: - https://uneed.best - His twitter: https://x.com/T_Zahil

09/08/2024

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1h 6m
07/28/2024

The Power of Creating Something Useful and Valuable

Nico Jinen shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting from selling Steam keys in middle school to running a successful Minecraft server and eventually becoming an app developer. He emphasizes the importance of creating something useful and valuable to customers, rather than focusing solely on making money. Nico also discusses his decision to drop out of college and pursue entrepreneurship, despite initial resistance from his parents. He highlights the significance of finding a unique advantage and specializing in a specific niche to stand out in the market. Martin shares his experience of attending a school that focused on practical skills rather than traditional classes. He discusses the high cost of education in France and the lack of teachers at his school. Nico reflects on his own experience of starting a WordPress website company without any marketing knowledge. They both discuss the importance of learning from failures and the mindset of entrepreneurs. They also talk about the challenges of being perceived as arrogant when sharing successes and the importance of learning from others. In this final part of the conversation, Martin and Nico discuss the importance of community and connection on Twitter, the challenges of being an entrepreneur, and Nico's current project, TalkNotes. They also touch on the topic of spammy DMs and the value of specialization in products. Nico shares his plans to sell TalkNotes and potentially start a productized agency focused on advertising. They end the conversation with a discussion on the power of creativity in entrepreneurship and share some interesting examples of unique businesses. Links: - https://Makerads.guide : “Facebook ads for SaaS” - https://SalesPopup.io - https://Jeannen.com - https://youtube.com/@Jeannen - https://talknotes.io/ - https://capgo.app - https://solos.ventures 00:00 Introduction and Name Confusion 07:27 Starting a Minecraft Server and Selling In-Game Items 09:53 Dropping Out of College and Starting a Web Development Business 14:34 The Power of Creating Something Useful and Valuable 16:18 Finding a Unique Advantage and Specializing in a Niche 28:12 Dropping Out of College: A Risk Worth Taking 32:24 Practical Skills vs Traditional Education 37:11 Learning from Failures and Having a Growth Mindset 41:33 The Challenges of Perceived Arrogance 48:32 The Importance of Marketing and Creativity in Entrepreneurship 53:44 Not Getting Emotionally Attached to a Product 01:02:41 The Value of Networking on Twitter 01:06:48 The Power of Community and Connection on Twitter 01:13:52 The Challenges of Being an Entrepreneur 01:19:32 Selling TalkNotes and Starting a Productized Agency 01:25:00 The Value of Specialization in Products 01:28:15 Creativity and Unique Business Ideas

07/28/2024

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1h 37m
08/26/2024

🎙️ From Newspaper Boy to SaaS Success: Alexander Isora's Maker Journey 🚀

In this episode, we dive deep into Alexander Isora's fascinating journey as a maker! 💡 🔍 Discover how Alexander went from selling newspapers as a kid to creating successful SaaS products 🎯 Learn why niche-down tools are the secret sauce to building a thriving business 🌟 Explore the power of building in public and leveraging communities like IndieHackers We also chat about: 📊 The magic of side projects and free tools for attracting users 📱 Brainstorming ideas for Martin's mobile app builder platform, CapGo 📜 The potential of displaying changelogs in apps and creating a changelog directory 🖼️ Alexander's side project, SaaS Pages - a stunning showcase of website screenshots Plus, don't miss our discussions on: 💰 Finding purpose beyond money in your projects 💼 Pricing strategies and making products accessible 🏡 Our dreams of building sustainable villages 🌍 The importance of seeing the good in others Packed with valuable insights, this episode is a must-watch for aspiring makers and seasoned entrepreneurs alike! 🎉 Links: 📺 Check out Alexander's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@alexanderisorax 🐦 Follow him on Twitter for more wisdom: https://x.com/alexanderisorax 👽 Check Alexander's SaaS: https://paracast.io/ Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell to stay updated on more inspiring maker stories! 🔔 Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Alexander's Journey as a Maker 15:37 Creating Unicorn Platform and the Power of Niche Down Tools 23:46 Using Side Projects as Free Tools for Growth 28:08 Brainstorming Ideas for Free Tools in the Mobile App Builder Space 33:54 Changelogs and Interesting Examples 38:32 SaaS Pages: Showcasing Beautiful Screenshots 41:50 Finding Purpose Beyond Money 49:27 Pricing and Revenue Optimization 53:38 Making CapGo Affordable and Accessible 01:03:36 Building Relationships with Other Companies 01:04:26 Navigating the Challenges of Companies and Investors 01:07:27 Building a Village and Embracing a Natural Lifestyle 01:09:24 Seeing the Good in People and Avoiding Labels 01:12:08 The Effort Behind Creating Content on YouTube 01:31:14 Supporting the Podcast: Rate and Review

08/26/2024

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1h 27m
09/15/2024

The Power of Backlinks and SEO for Website Traffic The Benefits of Working in a 9-to-5 Job

🚀 Discover how Philipp Keller, a 46-year-old side project builder, turned his SEO knowledge into a thriving indie hacker success story! In this episode, we dive deep into Philipp's journey with SEO Kickstarter, a Notion-based guide that helps indie makers boost their SEO. Learn how he: • Started with a shared flat platform and discovered the power of backlinks • Launched SEO Kickstarter and made $3,500 in just 24 hours • Balances a full-time job, family life, and side projects • Leveraged his 9-to-5 experience for indie hacker success • Overcame burnout and found renewed energy through exercise 🔑 Key takeaways: The importance of starting with B2C projects to learn How to communicate your product effectively's value The power of honest and open communication in sales Balancing work, life, and side projects as an older indie hacker Links: 👉 Follow Philipp on Twitter: https://x.com/philkellr 👉 Check out SEO Kickstarter: https://backl.io/directory Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:14 Starting as an Indie Maker 05:16 Challenges of Balancing Work and Side Projects 07:17 Discovering the Importance of Backlinks and SEO 09:06 Building Backlinks through Cold Email Outreach 19:21 Lessons Learned and Success Achieved 32:55 Automated Outreach and Messaging Strategy 40:13 The Importance of Marketing and Communication 46:45 Internal Marketing for Customer Retention 53:58 The Challenges and Importance of Marketing 01:05:06 The Benefits of Working in a 9-to-5 Job 01:07:59 Confidence and Transparency in Sales 01:12:04 Overcoming Struggles and Maintaining a Positive Mindset 01:18:06 Exploring the Benefits of Microdosing 01:23:47 The Philosophy of Free Will

09/15/2024

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1h 38m
01/31/2023

How i handle downtime and growth in solo

This week I share my personal experience on bug and downtime and how I handle it. I also shared the vision for the future of my project, Capgo and the strategy to growth. YouTube version : https://youtu.be/e82Y0q1qGDI Important links: My twitter: https://twitter.com/martindonadieu Capgo: https://capgo.app Status page: https://status.capgo.app/ Thanks for listening 🧞‍♂️ join the solos makers community : https://t.me/solosmakers Know more about me : https://martin.solos.ventures/

01/31/2023

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31 min
01/11/2022

Objectif : 10M€ de revenu annuel récurrent 📈

Dans cet épisode n°72, j’accueille Toinon Georget. Toinon est le fondateur de Prospectin, un outil pour automatiser ta prospection sur Linkedin, mais aussi de Waalaxy, Podawaa, Piwaa... Bref tu l’auras compris Toinon ne manque pas d’idées. Mais toujours avec un socle commun : améliorer ton expérience sur Linkedin. Résumer son aventure en quelques mots est loin d’être facile et tu t’en rendras compte en écoutant cette interview. Dans cet échange de 2 heures, très enrichissant, tu découvriras comment et pourquoi il a lancé Waapi pendant ses études, pourquoi cela n’a pas fonctionné et comment l’idée de Prospectin lui est venue. Son prochain objectif est d’arriver à 10M€ de revenu annuel récurrent (ARR) et pour y arriver Toinon et son équipe ont un plan de bataille bien ficelé. Alors de ses premiers financements et premiers clients, à l’optimisation du revenu par employé en passant par ses premières embauches et la stratégie de croissance mise en place dans l’entreprise Waapi... Tu vas apprendre pas mal de choses. Cale-toi bien dans ton fauteuil, ouvre grand tes oreilles, et prends des notes, car Toinon à plein de choses à partager avec nous. Récapitulatif de l’épisode par chapitres: 1:30 Son parcours en quelques mots 3:40 Ses débuts d’entrepreneur avec Waapi 13:30 Ses 1ers clients et le déclic à l’origine de Prospectin 27:00 Waalaxy, l’outil parfait pour prospecter sur Linkedin + Email 30:50 Podawaa (pod d’engagement Linkedin) et la Piwaa (messagerie pour Linkedin) 43:50 Les financements qui lui ont permis de démarrer 47:45 Les 1eres embauches chez Prospectin 55:00 La stratégie de croissance de Prospectin 1:03:00 Leur vision du travail en équipe et des écoles 1:13:00 Comment il compte faire 10M€ de revenu annuel récurent (ARR) 1:21:10 Optimiser le revenu par employé en augmentant ses tarifs 1:3050 L’écosystème idéal pour entreprendre Liens utiles : Son Linkedin : https://imf.to/toinon-georget Prospectin : https://imf.to/prospectin Waalaxy : https://imf.to/waalaxy Podawaa : https://imf.to/podawaa Piwaa : https://imf.to/piwaa Waapi : https://imf.to/waapi Ce qu’il aurait aimé qu’on lui dise avant de se lancer : “Oussama Ammar, il a raison, écoute-le...” Sa citation préférée : ”L’utilisateur à toujours raison... ça ne veut pas dire qu’il faut l’écouter” de Toinon Georget Prochain invité selon lui:Une personne de chez Hunter.io Bonne écoute! INDIE MAKERS fait en remote depuis Madeire ❤️ Abonne-toi sur les plateformes d’écoute Apple Podcast, Youtube ou Spotify. Remerciements : Thomas Baraban et Mickael Bourgois Lien de l'épisode: https://indiemakers.fr/episode/objectif-10m-de-revenu-annuel-recurrent

01/11/2022

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2h 3m
11/09/2021

Comment comprendre sa cible ?

Dans cet épisode n°63, j'accueille Clémence Férault. Clémence débute très jeune dans le milieu de l'hôtellerie-restauration, elle est aujourd’hui la cofondatrice de Bookingshake. Une start-up qui a pour objectif d’aider les commerçants à recevoir et confirmer plus d'événements, en baissant leur charge de travail. Dans sa boîte, elle met en avant l’aspect relationnel avec les clients pour une meilleure éthique et une vision long terme de son business. Clémence anime également le podcast Eventshake, dans lequel elle accueille des invités pour discuter d'événementiel. Récapitulation de l’épisode par chapitres : Sa première expérience de travail dans un environnement oppressant Toute son parcours dans le milieu de l'hôtellerie Son entrée dans la start-up Privatiser Changement de voie pour à terme devenir nomade Le déroulement de sa première vente de produit avec Bookingshake Difficultées traversées par leur entreprise La vie en appartement a plusieurs avec un smic L’importance de la relation client et du service client Automatiser pour optimiser son temps Mettre la relation client et l'événementiel en avant Les revers du business food Liens utiles : Son Linkedin : https://imf.to/2ed BookingShake : https://imf.to/ztm BookingShake Instagram : https://imf.to/c5x Instagram : https://imf.to/251 Podcast EventShake : https://imf.to/gzo Ce qu’il aurait aimé qu’on lui dise avant qu’il se lance : Il faut s’accrocher. Sa citation préférée : Ensemble on est plus fort. Prochain invité selon elle : Reda Benatya, Sophie Krebs, Sophie Bontemps Bonne écoute! INDIE MAKERS fait à distance depuis Madeire ❤️ Abonne-toi sur les plateformes d’écoute Apple Podcast, Youtube ou Spotify. Remerciements : Thomas Baraban pour son travail sur l'audio des épisodes Sampaturel pour les résumés Lien de l'épisode: https://indiemakers.fr/episode/comment-comprendre-sa-cible

11/09/2021

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1h 50m

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