The Bootstrapped Founder

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 ...

Oct 25, 2023 71m

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...

Oct 20, 2023 14m

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...

Oct 18, 2023 51m

259: Monetizing Micro-Communities

Today, I explore the world of microcommunities - small, but incredibly lucrative communities. I examine how microcommunities are different from genera...

Oct 13, 2023 15m

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...

Oct 11, 2023 50m

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...

Oct 6, 2023 10m

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...

Oct 4, 2023 57m

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...

Sep 29, 2023 8m

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...

Sep 27, 2023 63m

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...

Sep 22, 2023 12m

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...

Sep 20, 2023 56m

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...

Sep 15, 2023 18m

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....

Sep 13, 2023 55m

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...

Sep 8, 2023 13m

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...

Sep 6, 2023 57m

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...

Sep 1, 2023 8m

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...

Aug 30, 2023 62m

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...

Aug 25, 2023 25m

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...

Aug 23, 2023 58m

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...

Aug 18, 2023 26m

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