The Bootstrapped Founder
Arvid Kahl
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235: The Bad Kind of Attention
Here the three common pitfalls that can sabotage your efforts to build a Twitter audience: transactional interactions, focusing on “free,” and a tonal...
234: Jason Cohen — Two Exits & Two Unicorns
Are you a bootstrapper who's never considered raising investment money? Or maybe you're a die-hard VC-funded growth hacker who can't imagine running a...
233: Entrepreneurship isn't genetic. It’s memetic.
Are entrepreneurs born or made? Find out as we explore the profound impact of nature and nurture on the development of an entrepreneurial spirit. Disc...
232: Andrew McIntosh — First-Generation Entrepreneurs
Andrew McIntosh is a first-gen entrepreneur. And so am I. And we both needed help along the way. From building a sustainable and inclusive community f...
231: Responding Fast to Customers — A Good Idea?
Are you responding to customer service requests as quickly as possible? You may think it's the best strategy, but this dedication comes at a hefty pri...
230: Moritz Dausinger — Serial Indie Entrepreneurship
Today, I’m talking to Moritz Dausinger, a serial indie hacker with several exits under his belt. Moritz most recently pivoted his software business Re...
229: Utility, Pricing, and Entrepreneurship
Are you struggling to find the balance between the utility of your product and its perceived value? Let’s explore the biggest misconception in entrepr...
228: Kevin McArdle — The Man Who Changed My Life (and Could Change Yours)
Kevin McArdle bought my SaaS. For millions. And now, I get to talk to him about all things acquisition. In our chat, we discuss the importance of annu...
227: Self-Censorship on Twitter
Join me on a thought-provoking journey as I explore the challenge of balancing authenticity and public opinion on social media. Discover the struggle...
226: Paul Millerd — Walking The Pathless Path
Are you feeling burnt out or overwhelmed by societal expectations?Today, I’m talking to Paul Millerd, author of “The Pathless Path.” We talk about hus...
225: Twitter Teardowns: 3 Low Hanging Fruit to Massively Improve Your Twitter Presence
Discover how to make your Twitter profile a promise of a fruitful long-term relationship with your future followers. Today,. let’s explore the biggest...
224: Dr. Julie Gurner — Founder Mental Health 101
"Imposter syndrome isn’t just a moment of self-doubt — it’s all-encompassing. It prevents founders from taking action, from taking a risk in the first...
223: How to Build in Public Without Revealing Too Much
Sharing your journey as an entrepreneur can be scary, but it's a great way to connect with your audience and demonstrate your expertise. Let's explore...
222: Joe Masilotti — Building in Public and Monetizing Open Source
Joe Masilotti is the founder of RailsDev —a reverse job board— and a Turbo Native consultant. In this conversation, we explore Joe Masilotti's philoso...
221: Why Entrepreneurs are Choosing 'Short-Lived Businesses' Over 'Forever Businesses
If you're an entrepreneur looking to start a digital business, you might be tempted to aim for a "forever business" right from the start. However, pur...
220: Simon Høiberg — Building a SaaS That Works for You
In this episode, I interviewSimon Høiberg, an active software engineer, founder, and YouTuber. Simon shares his strategies for balancing his roles as...
219: ∀𝑦∃𝑥 ≠ ∃𝑥∀𝑦: The Dangerous Misconception Founders Have About Their Market
Have you ever searched for the perfect resume to get hired? Or tried to create a product that appeals to everyone? This essay explores the logical fal...
218: Evelyn J. Starr — The Evolution of a Brand
Evelyn J. Starr is a brand-building expert. We talk about finding the right niche, having a community-centric long-term perspective, and how brands ev...
217: The Flip Side: When Not to Build in Public
Building in public is a popular trend in entrepreneurship. However, it may not always be the best approach. Entrepreneurs should consider their person...
216: Jack Ellis — Taking on Google as a Bootstrapper
Today, I’m talking to Jack Ellis, the co-founder of Fathom Analytics, a privacy-conscious web analytics business that I personally use for all my web...
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