Log in

The Bootstrapped Founder - 220: Simon Høiberg — Building a SaaS That Works for You
share icon

220: Simon Høiberg — Building a SaaS That Works for You

The Bootstrapped Founder

05/31/23

57m

About

Comments

Featured In

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.

Previous Episode

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/

This episode is sponsored by Pinto Financial. Check out their demo!

Next Episode

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, pursuing this approach can be dangerous. Today, you'll learn how to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of digital entrepreneurship, build successful businesses that serve your customers and owners, and avoid the pitfalls of pursuing a "forever business" from day one.

My new podcast project: Arvid & Tyler Catch Up / https://catchup.fm

The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/why-entrepreneurs-are-choosing-short-lived-businesses-over-forever-businesses

The podcast episode: https://share.transistor.fm/s/e1eb3929

The video: https://youtu.be/lzYc5ArzTsw

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/

This episode is sponsored by Pinto Financial. Check out their demo!

Promoted