The Bootstrapped Founder
Arvid Kahl
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The podcasting industry is full of business opportunities. I see them every day, either as a podcaster, a listener, or someone running a SaaS in this industry. So here are the most promising ideas and problem areas in podcasting β right now.
This episode is sponsored by Paddle.com β if you're looking for a payment platform that works for you so you can focus on what matters, check them out.
The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/startup-opportunities-in-podcasting/
The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/362-startup-opportunities-in-podcasting
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Podcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcast
Newsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletter
My book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/
My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/
My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.com
Here are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.
- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx
- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid
- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid
- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60
- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ
- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q
- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw
Pierre de Wulf (@PierreDeWulf), the founder of Scraping Bee, transformed himself from a frustrated developer into a SaaS success story. Here's what you'll learn from this episode:
1/ π Pierre's journey began with a subpar web scraping tool, sparking the idea for Scraping Bee. Discover how he bootstrapped his company in a crowded market, emphasizing lean operations and strategic growth.
2/ π Overcoming growth plateaus in SaaS can be challenging. Pierre shares insights on experimentation with new marketing channels, leveraging user feedback, and balancing traditional and fresh approaches for sustainable innovation.
3/ π The complexities of web scraping and the untapped potential of data are vast. Pierre discusses logistical challenges, the importance of bandwidth, and the value of data as a modern-day resource.
4/ π«π· Running a business in France vs. the U.S. offers unique challenges and opportunities. Pierre reflects on French bureaucracy, startup incentives, and how services like Stripe Atlas can simplify global expansion.
5/ π‘ Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned SaaS veteran, Pierre's story offers valuable lessons on innovation, growth, and the power of data. Tune in to get inspired and learn from his experiences!
This episode is sponsored by Paddle.com β if you're looking for a payment platform that works for you so you can focus on what matters, check them out.
The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/pierre-de-wulf-bootstrapping-scrapingbee-to-millions/
The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/361-pierre-de-wulf-bootstrapping-scrapingbee-to-millions
Check out Podscan to get alerts when you're mentioned on podcasts: https://podscan.fm
Send me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvid
You'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com
Podcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcast
Newsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletter
My book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/
My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/
My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.com
Here are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.
- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx
- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid
- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid
- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60
- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ
- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q
- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw
Imagine standing at a crossroads, juggling countless possibilities yet needing to choose just one path.
That's what most early-stage founders struggle with. And for me, that's picking the right course towards the ever-elusive Product-Market fit.
Today, I'll share how I tackle this challenge and what I do to show my best customers the highest possible value of my product as early as possible.
This episode is sponsored by Paddle.com β if you're looking for a payment platform that works for you so you can focus on what matters, check them out.
The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/product-market-fit-time-to-first-value/
The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/360-product-market-fit-time-to-first-value
Check out Podscan to get alerts when you're mentioned on podcasts: https://podscan.fm
Send me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvid
You'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com
Podcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcast
Newsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletter
My book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/
My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/
My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.com
Here are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.
- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx
- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid
- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid
- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60
- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ
- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q
- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw
Connor Turland (@Entrecurious) is the prototypical software entrepreneur. He found a niche from a "prior life" and is now building an AI bookkeeping SaaS.
Now, many founders struggle with bookkeeping, so this is your opportunity to learn more about the pitfalls and opportunities of that field from someone who speaks both "developer" and "bookkeeper."
Here's Connor and how he is employing cutting-edge AI in an industry that is usually very resistant to change.
Learn more about Connor at https://connorturland.com/
You'll find Ceedar at https://ceedar.ai/
This episode is sponsored by Paddle.com β if you're looking for a payment platform that works for you so you can focus on what matters, check them out.
The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/connor-turland-pioneering-the-future-of-bookkeeping-with-ceedar-ai/
The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/359-connor-turland
Check out Podscan to get alerts when you're mentioned on podcasts: https://podscan.fm
Send me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvid
You'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com
Podcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcast
Newsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletter
My book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/
My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/
My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.com
Here are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.
- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx
- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid
- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid
- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60
- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ
- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q
- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw
AI was supposed to do our chores while we write prose and compose symphonies. Why is it composing our music and writing our books now, while WE do the chores?
As software founders, we have a special responsibility β after all, we're the ones crafting a new reality of AI empowerment. But here's the thing: an AI does not love its work. It can't.
And that's a problem. Today, I'll dive into how we can solve this.
Oh, and before you get into it: Podscan is running a 30%-off Black Friday Deal β use "BLACKFRIDAY" during checkout for a full year of discount on any plan.
This episode is sponsored by Paddle.com β if you're looking for a payment platform that works for you so you can focus on what matters, check them out.
The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/love-is-for-those-who-love-the-work/
The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/358-love-is-for-those-who-love-the-work
Check out Podscan to get alerts when you're mentioned on podcasts: https://podscan.fm
Send me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvid
You'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com
Podcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcast
Newsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletter
My book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/
My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/
My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.com
Here are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.
- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx
- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid
- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid
- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60
- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ
- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q
- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw