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232: Andrew McIntosh — First-Generation Entrepreneurs

The Bootstrapped Founder

07/12/23

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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 for first-gen entrepreneurs to discussing the power of business coaching and growth mindset, you'll gain valuable insights into the world of entrepreneurship without a safety net. Learn from a successful underdog's story and get inspired to take your own entrepreneurial journey to the next level. No matter what your parents say.

Andrew on Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrew_drives

The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/andrew-mcintosh-first-generation-entrepreneurs/

The podcast episode: https://share.transistor.fm/s/e49eaaa6

The video: https://youtu.be/Iez5Qcz6JOs

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

This episode is sponsored by Acquire.com! Go to http://try.acquire.com/arvid/ to get started with making sure you run a sellable business.

  • (00:00) - Introduction
  • (02:08) - Learning by doing by making mistakes.
  • (06:04) - The importance of having a support network.
  • (10:43) - Entrepreneurship is a rollercoaster.
  • (14:07) - Have you always been crazy or is this a new development?
  • (20:41) - Coaching vs. coaching.
  • (24:28) - Building a digital community that is asynchronous.
  • (28:19) - Community building and accountability in business.
  • (32:47) - Entrepreneurship starts with a community.
  • (37:35) - Share your wins and losses.
  • (42:20) - Entrepreneurship as a vehicle for freedom.
  • (49:35) - Getting people to the point where they graduate.
  • (52:41) - The importance of sharing your story and building a community.

Previous Episode

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 price. Today, I will share my experience with the pros and cons of super-quick customer service responses, the role of software tooling, and how to balance response speed with good business sense. Discover the layered approach to customer service that will help you have your speedy cake and eat it, too.

The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/responding-fast-to-customers-a-good-idea/

The podcast episode: https://share.transistor.fm/s/5d404f4d

The video: https://youtu.be/J8qbNR3rz0w

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 Acquire.com

  • (00:01) - Intro
  • (01:38) - Customer service response times
  • (03:42) - Proving that I’m the real deal
  • (05:13) - The importance of prioritizing customer service and productivity
  • (06:55) - How to embrace the bots
  • (09:32) - Don’t act like your bots are people
  • (11:12) - Optimizing for response speed

Next Episode

Are entrepreneurs born or made? Find out as we explore the profound impact of nature and nurture on the development of an entrepreneurial spirit. Discover how family stories, socioeconomic status, and exposure to diverse narratives shape your perspectives and behaviors. Uncover what it takes to become a successful entrepreneur in the digital age.

The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/entrepreneurship-isnt-genetic-its-memetic/

The podcast episode: https://share.transistor.fm/s/f85b818b

The video: https://youtu.be/vm4c4KQSKu0

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 Acquire.com

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