The Bootstrapped Founder
Arvid Kahl
Arvid Kahl talks about starting and bootstrapping businesses, how to build an audience, and how to build in public.
Episodes
Mentioned books
Jul 9, 2021 • 8min
92: The Myth of the Immediate Payoff
- The Myth of the Immediate PayoffThe podcast currently has no sponsors. If you would like to support me, please consider buying a copy of my book Zero to Sold or The Embedded Entrepreneur.
Jul 2, 2021 • 12min
91: Say Thank You
- Say Thank You- Zero to Sold Audiobook — Anniversary EditionThe podcast currently has no sponsors. If you would like to support me, please consider buying a copy of my book Zero to Sold or The Embedded Entrepreneur.
Jun 25, 2021 • 10min
90: Competition Isn't Always a Business
- Competition Isn't Always a BusinessThe podcast currently has no sponsors. If you would like to support me, please consider buying a copy of my book Zero to Sold or The Embedded Entrepreneur.
Jun 18, 2021 • 9min
89: Selfish vs. Selfless: Self-Promotion in Communities
- Selfish vs. Selfless: Self-Promotion in CommunitiesThe podcast currently has no sponsors. If you would like to support me, please consider buying a copy of my book Zero to Sold or The Embedded Entrepreneur.
Jun 11, 2021 • 12min
88: Properties of an Interesting Problem
- Properties of an Interesting ProblemThe podcast currently has no sponsors. If you would like to support me, please consider buying a copy of my book Zero to Sold or The Embedded Entrepreneur.
12 snips
Jun 4, 2021 • 11min
87: The Line Between Stealing and Being Inspired
The discussion explores the fine line between stealing ideas and drawing inspiration in product development. Questions arise about the ethics of replicating competitor features, as well as the value of ideas compared to execution. Insights are shared on why cloning entire businesses tends to fail and how integrating successful features can enhance customer experience. The conversation also highlights how recognizing product mismatches can create new opportunities and the importance of deep customer understanding for building a resilient brand.
May 28, 2021 • 23min
86: Audience-Building and Relatable Content
- Audience-Building and Relatable Content- The ProductHunt Page for The Embedded EntrepreneurThe podcast currently has no sponsors. If you would like to support me, please consider buying a copy of my book Zero to Sold or The Embedded Entrepreneur.
May 21, 2021 • 25min
85: Platform Risk and the Three Kinds of Audiences
- Platform Risk and the Three Kinds of Audiences- The Embedded Entrepreneur- The Indie Hackers post - The Launch TweetThe podcast currently has no sponsors. If you would like to support me, please consider buying a copy of my book Zero to Sold or The Embedded Entrepreneur.
May 14, 2021 • 30min
84: Impostor Syndrome and Building Capital
Explore the relatable struggle of impostor syndrome through personal stories, highlighting the power of vulnerability in building genuine connections. Discover how life experiences can shape entrepreneurial success, like a South Sudanese refugee's inspiring video game venture. The discussion emphasizes moving from transactional to relational business approaches, especially with subscription models that prioritize trust. Finally, gain insights into launching an info product, underscoring the importance of community engagement and trust in cultivating long-term customer relationships.
May 7, 2021 • 15min
83: Entrepreneurship, Job Security, and Wealth Creation
- Entrepreneurship, Job Security, and Wealth CreationThe podcast currently has no sponsors. If you would like to support me, please consider buying a copy of my book Zero to Sold.
