The Bootstrapped Founder
Arvid Kahl
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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 ...
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, ultimatel...
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, t...
259: Monetizing Micro-Communities
Today, I explore the world of microcommunities - small, but incredibly lucrative communities. I examine how microcommunities are different from genera...
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. Aa...
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...
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...
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...
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 Aprilynn...
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 episod...
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 pla...
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://theboo...
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....
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...
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 conversat...
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, a...
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 r...
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...
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. Yo...
243: Bootstrapped SaaS Exit Planning
Get ready to unlock the secret to enhancing your business's value — whether you plan to sell or not. This episode will guide you through the concept o...
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