219: ∀𝑦∃𝑥 ≠ ∃𝑥∀𝑦: The Dangerous Misconception Founders Have About Their Market
The Bootstrapped Founder
05/26/23
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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 fallacy of wishful reasoning and the importance of picking a niche. Discover why building a successful product means addressing a specific set of needs for a particular group of customers, and why a well-defined niche is the best place to start.
My new podcast project: Arvid & Tyler Catch Up / https://catchup.fm
The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/the-dangerous-misconception-founders-have-about-their-market/
The podcast episode: https://share.transistor.fm/s/e22791e5
The video: https://youtu.be/jRc37k7I46s
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
Find me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/arvidkahl/
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218: Evelyn J. Starr — The Evolution of a Brand
May 24, 2023
•49m
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 evolve —you might call it “grow up”— over time. Here’s Evelyn.
My new podcast project: Arvid & Tyler Catch Up / https://catchup.fm
Evelyn's Twitter: https://twitter.com/EvelynJStarr
The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/evelyn-j-starr-the-evolution-of-a-brand/
The podcast episode: https://share.transistor.fm/s/69cc34f4
The video: https://youtu.be/CTKESAugLP8
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
- (00:00) - What’s the biggest misconception about building brands?
- (01:44) - Do other brands influence the perception of your brand?
- (06:26) - What is the core of your business’s brand?
- (10:11) - How to pick a niche that is just right.
- (16:34) - What is too big of a niche to start a business?
- (21:46) - The evolution of a brand over time.
- (27:53) - What’s the difference between a serious brand and an adult brand?
- (33:19) - Tips on how to find your fans.
- (37:30) - The importance of having a differentiator in the space.
- (40:26) - Most people want to help. Most of the time you’re going to get a yes.
- (47:13) - The importance of being relatable to your audience.
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220: Simon Høiberg — Building a SaaS That Works for You
May 31, 2023
•57m
In this episode, I interviewSimon Høiberg, an active software engineer, founder, and YouTuber. Simon shares his strategies for balancing his roles as a creator and maker, and discusses the importance of incorporating personal experience into his content. He also delves into the power of intrinsic motivation and joy in entrepreneurship, and how he gamifies his life to prioritize these elements. The conversation touches on topics such as productivity, mental health, team management, and burnout prevention.
Join me and Simon for an insightful conversation on entrepreneurship, content creation, and personal growth. Be inspired by Simon's passion for empowering entrepreneurs, and learn how you can incorporate joy and intrinsic motivation into your own entrepreneurial journey.
The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/simon-hoiberg-building-a-saas-that-works-for-you
The podcast episode: https://share.transistor.fm/s/05f2d837
The video: https://youtu.be/U0cUsvxHtn0
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
- (00:00) - On not burning out
- (04:53) - Coding mindset for entrepreneurs
- (09:38) - How to pick the right social media management tool.
- (14:14) - THe power of community
- (21:18) - What does a good lifetime deal look like?
- (24:53) - Allow customers to leave your product.
- (31:58) - The funnel and the web.
- (37:24) - Sharing your journey and success.
- (42:07) - How long does it take to build a youtube channel?
- (45:38) - A day in the life of an entrepreneur without burning out.
- (50:52) - The importance of having an empty calendar.
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