Podcasts about Bootstrapping

Welcome back to Girls That Business, a weekly series where we spill the tea on how to create a seven-figure side hustle - because no one saves their way to wealth. You're joined by Sim, a seven-figure business owner, and Maia, an entrepreneur in the making. This week, Sim and Maia explore different avenues for raising capital and starting a business, including unique approaches like venture capitalist pitch competitions and government grants. They also discuss the option of small business loans from banks and the potential benefits and drawbacks involved. The conversation highlights the importance of considering long-term goals and finding creative ways to fund and grow a business. For more Girls That Invest: Sign up for the weekly Stock Market Tea newsletter Instagram TikTok Twitter Facebook 'Til next week, team!

Are you ready to unlock the secrets behind a successful email marketing business? We recently sat down with Alex and Andrei, co-founders of Code Crew, to get an inside look at their entrepreneurial journey and discuss how they find balance amidst the challenges of building a business. Discover how they tackle the ups and downs, and learn from their experiences in bootstrapping, growth, and mindset.In our candid conversation, we explore the importance of mental toughness, celebrating small milestones, and the value of taking breaks from the grind. Alex and Andrei share how activities like reading, watching TV, and playing sports help them reset and come up with creative solutions for their business. We also dive into the challenges they faced in their first year, including navigating the pandemic and recession's impact on the marketing world and their clients.Wrapping up our chat, we emphasize the significance of mental toughness and the power of small victories. Alex and Andrei offer valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and a glimpse into their future plans. Don't miss out on this insightful episode as we uncover the ever-evolving journey of entrepreneurship with the co-founders of Code Crew. Subscribe and leave a review to support the Elevate Media Podcast!This episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, meaning we'll receive a small commission if you buy something. =========================== ⚡️PODCAST: Subscribe to our podcast here ➡ https://elevatemedia.buzzsprout.com/ ⚡️LAUNCH YOUR SHOW: Let's get your show off the ground and into the top 5% globally listened to shows ➡ https://www.elevatemediastudios.com/launch ⚡️Need post-recording video production help? Let's chat ➡ https://calendly.com/elevate-media-group/application ⚡️For Support inquires or Business inquiries, please email us at ➡︎ support@elevate-media-group.com Our mission here at Elevate Media is to help purpose-driven entrepreneurs elevate their brands and make an impact through the power of video podcasting. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all our episodes or videos on the Elevate Media and Elevate Media Podcast YouTube channels. https://elevatemediastudios.com/disclaimer

Michael Martocci is the Founder and CEO of SwagUp, a platform that makes it easy to create, automate and distribute swag globally.  In this episode we talk about:Lessons learned bootstrapping SwagUp to over $100M in revenueAdvice on managing cash flow and how Michael approached forecastingMichael's vision and SwagUp's unique position to reimagine the entire end to end workflow from the customer experience to the complex supply chain. This was a really fun conversation. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did!Hit subscribe to keep up with new episodes!Follow Michael on TwitterFollow Ashish and Zane on Twitter

How can organisations with limited resources handle ethical issues? While every organisation wants to be ethical — or at the very least, to be seen to be ethical — smaller ones often lack the resources or experience to manage these issues.My guest Rupert Evill is the author of ‘Bootstrapping Ethics', a book that's designed to help organisations with limited resources in the same way as they think of other challenges as something that can be bootstrapped. In other words, you don't need lots of money or staff to be able to run an ethical business.In our discussion, we explore how Rupert came to work in ethics and the issues that inspired and continue to inspire him to work in the field, including corruption, child poverty, human trafficking, and wildlife trafficking. We also look at some of the creative ways he's worked with his clients to do that.To find out more about Rupert, visit his company website https://www.ethicsinsight.co/You'll also find him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rupert-evill/For more on his book ‘Bootstrapping Ethics' https://www.ethicsinsight.co/book/Rupert's book is published by Wiley, which makes him a publishing stablemate of mine, and so, it would be remiss of me not to mention that my book ‘Humanizing Rules; Bringing Behavioural Science to Ethics & Compliance' is also out now. You can find out more about that by visiting www.humanizingrules.comIf you order that and ‘Bootstrapping Ethics', you'll not only have two books that complement each other in terms of subject, but they also look fabulous next to each other on the bookshelf.

Steph Smith (@stephsmithio) talks making millions in content subscriptions, working at a16z, putting the AI genie back in the bottle, thread boys on Twitter, educational vs entertainment podcasts, and media companies that monetize aspiring entrepreneurs with Courtland (@csallen) and Channing (@ChanningAllen).

Is the energy that you're putting out into the world attracting the clients that you truly want to work with? This episode of The Business of Thinking Big was inspired by conversations I've been having lately with women entrepreneurs who are struggling with their lead generation — either they're not getting enough leads into their businesses, or they're not getting that higher caliber of client that they'd love to be serving.   Both of these issues can be traced back to one thing: their marketing efforts.Your marketing is a magnet. The right marketing will attract the RIGHT people to your business. The wrong marketing will repel them, and leave you with leads that are less than desirable... or even no leads at all!In order to be effective (and get the results that you crave!), your marketing needs to connect with the people who need EXACTLY what you offer, communicate your value, and get them excited to experience what it's like to work with YOU! In this episode, I break down the biggest and most common mistakes that I see people make when putting their offer out into the world, and share my best tips for mastering your messaging and perfecting your positioning.In‌ ‌this‌ ‌episode,‌ ‌you'll discover:‌ ‌The #1 rookie mistake when it comes to proving your credibility — and how it can lessen your impact How to put out the type of energy that will attract your dream client Why discovery calls are a VITAL piece of your business and how to get the most out of them!Timestamps:‌ ‌00:01  Intro03:12  Stop trying to prove yourself07:20  Figure out your offer08:49  Talk less, listen more10:57  Dream client energy12:41  Test different things out16:56  Discovery call & process tips18:12  Peer feedback & content creation24:39  ConclusionLinks mentioned:‌ ‌A-Players Rapid Impact Business Coaching Experiencehttps://www.mamasandco.com/coaching  —Learn with me: https://www.liannekim.com/book ‌Connect with me:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liannekimcoach  Instagram: @liannekimcoachJoin the Mamas & Co. community to get access to valuable resources and the support of likeminded mompreneurs and mentors: https://www.mamasandco.com Instagram: @mamasandcoPodcasting support:https://theultimatecreative.com https://copymagic.agency 

In this episode I'm bringing back a previous guest, Dom Monn, who is the founder of MentorCruise, which he's now working full time on with a small team. I brought Dom back on to discuss something that has been on my mind, and has come up in twitter conversations recently which Dom has been involved in.Is indie hacking having an identity crisis? Is the indie label and mentality limiting success and holding many founders back? I think it could be and so we discuss why this might be happening and what we can do about it. Jason's tweet which inspired this conversation Mike's response Dom's response Timestamps 00:00 Intro 01:56 Indie hacker identity crisis 03:42 How indie hacking has changed 06:32 Why the indie label can be a limiter 08:20 Accepting slow growth instead of fixing it 10:33 Should we set bigger goals? 12:10 We still love the indie hacker community 13:50 Recommendations Recommendations Book - Sprint Podcast - This Indie Life Indie Hacker - Ramen Club Follow Dom Twitter Hire him as a mentor Personal site My links Twitter Indie Bites Twitter Indie Bites YouTube Join the membership Personal Website 2 Hour Podcast Course PodPanda (hire me to edit your podcast) This Indie Life Podcast Sponsor - EmailOctopus

Today, Seth Godin (!!) virtually dropped by to talk through a bunch of startup ideas. He gives his opinion on how he'd start everything from a pasta truck to an updated CSA program. We dive into risk, emotion, tension and doing things that matter. Seth talks about the distinction between entrepreneurs and freelancers and the danger of thinking you're one when you're really the other. We talk about marketplaces and domain expertise and knowing what it is you're actually selling.This is my favorite episode we've ever recorded, and I'm excited for you to listen to it.The Song of SignificanceTackleboxPurple CowLinchpinThe DipTed Talk - How to Get Your Ideas to SpreadThe Tribes We LeadSeth on Farnam Street - Failing On Our Way To MasteryThe Coaching Habit - Michael Bungay StanierFarmer JonesEcosia Search EnginePoilane Bakery 01:45 How Brian and Seth Met 05:10 Idea #1 - Helping Doctors and Patients get 2nd (and 10th) opinions 10:48 Idea #2 - How to Start a Pasta Truck 13:01 Landlords and Renters 14:45 Bootstrapping the food truck - emotional vs. financial risk 17:13 Can you start a business if you're not a domain expert? 18:42 Idea #3 - The Scalable Coach 22:50 Entrepreneur Pacs 26:15 - Idea #4 - Update to CSAs 31:20 - How to Pitch Something Uncomfortable - who takes the risk 34:15 - Idea #5 - Cost Transparency 40:37 - Confusing Freelancing and Entrepreneurship 45:08 - The Billboard Question - (outstanding, make sure you get here)

On this Episode of the Scale Up Valley Podcast, Mike Dias speaks with Christian Meinerding CEO at HiveMQ Key Takeaways How to build a new category The power of inbound marketing Learnings of a German Startup in Silicon Valley Reliable Data Movement for Connected Devices Overnight successes may take 10 years to succeed Expansion to the US without boots on the ground Lessons learned raising 49.3M

Summary Building a data team is hard in any circumstance, but at a startup it can be even more challenging. The requirements are fluid, you probably don't have a lot of existing data talent to manage the hiring and onboarding, and there is a need to move fast. Ghalib Suleiman has been on both sides of this equation and joins the show to share his hard-won wisdom about how to start and grow a data team in the early days of company growth. Announcements Hello and welcome to the Data Engineering Podcast, the show about modern data management RudderStack helps you build a customer data platform on your warehouse or data lake. Instead of trapping data in a black box, they enable you to easily collect customer data from the entire stack and build an identity graph on your warehouse, giving you full visibility and control. Their SDKs make event streaming from any app or website easy, and their extensive library of integrations enable you to automatically send data to hundreds of downstream tools. Sign up free at dataengineeringpodcast.com/rudderstack (https://www.dataengineeringpodcast.com/rudderstack) Your host is Tobias Macey and today I'm interviewing Ghalib Suleiman about challenges and strategies for building data teams in a startup Interview Introduction How did you get involved in the area of data management? Can you start by sharing your conception of the responsibilities of a data team? What are some of the common fallacies that organizations fall prey to in their first efforts at building data capabilities? Have you found it more practical to hire outside talent to build out the first data systems, or grow that talent internally? What are some of the resources you have found most helpful in training/educating the early creators and consumers of data assets? When there is no internal data talent to assist with hiring, what are some of the problems that manifest in the hiring process? What are the concepts that the new hire needs to know? How much does the hiring manager/interviewer need to know about those concepts to evaluate skill? What are the most critical skills for a first hire to have to start generating valuable output? As a solo data person, what are the uphill battles that they need to be prepared for in the organization? What are the rabbit holes that they should beware of? What are some of the tactical What are the most interesting, innovative, or unexpected ways that you have seen initial data hires tackle startup challenges? What are the most interesting, unexpected, or challenging lessons that you have learned while working on starting and growing data teams? When is it more practical to outsource the data work? Contact Info LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ghalibs/) @ghalib (https://twitter.com/ghalib) on Twitter Parting Question From your perspective, what is the biggest gap in the tooling or technology for data management today? Closing Announcements Thank you for listening! Don't forget to check out our other shows. Podcast.__init__ (https://www.pythonpodcast.com) covers the Python language, its community, and the innovative ways it is being used. The Machine Learning Podcast (https://www.themachinelearningpodcast.com) helps you go from idea to production with machine learning. Visit the site (https://www.dataengineeringpodcast.com) to subscribe to the show, sign up for the mailing list, and read the show notes. If you've learned something or tried out a project from the show then tell us about it! Email hosts@dataengineeringpodcast.com (mailto:hosts@dataengineeringpodcast.com)) with your story. To help other people find the show please leave a review on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/data-engineering-podcast/id1193040557) and tell your friends and co-workers Links Polytomic (https://www.polytomic.com/) The intro and outro music is from The Hug (http://freemusicarchive.org/music/The_Freak_Fandango_Orchestra/Love_death_and_a_drunken_monkey/04_-_The_Hug) by The Freak Fandango Orchestra (http://freemusicarchive.org/music/The_Freak_Fandango_Orchestra/) / CC BY-SA (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/)

If you're like many entrepreneurs bootstrapping their dreams, you constantly worry about breaking the bank. How are you going to gain traction while wondering about paying for the necessities you need to move the needle?  In this episode, I'm talking about a few cost-effective strategies that help you capitalize your resources while creating a strong brand presence. The best part? You won't break the bank.Find out more by following us!IG: @thewritemixx, @talklikeabrand, and @colormybrands.Learn about our business and brand ecosystem at Colormebrand.com

Today I'm joined by Bram Kanstein, who you might know from Startup Stash, which is the most upvoted product ever on Product Hunt. Bram also started the No Code MVP a course, which shows you how to launch an MVP without code. In this episode we focus a lot on how indie hackers can find ideas and launch them the right way.Timestamps 00:00 Intro 03:18 Startup Stash 05:56 No Code MVP 09:47 Finding ideas 12:22 Idea validation 15:00 Recommendations Recommendations Book - Untethered Soul by Michael Singer Podcast(s) - Joe Rogan, HIBT, MFM Indie Hacker - Danny Postma Follow BramTwitterMy links Twitter Indie Bites Twitter Indie Bites YouTube Join the membership Personal Website 2 Hour Podcast Course PodPanda (hire me to edit your podcast) This Indie Life Podcast Sponsor - EmailOctopus

In this episode, we talk about Less Annoying CRM's producthunt launch, and a lot more.Here's the full topic list: Tyler takes a look back at LACRM's growth history, and explains their new approach to growth. Tyler explains how the recent Product Hunt launch went. Rick has cleared a lot off his LegUp Health plate and is starting to focus on new types of work. LegUp Health had its first partner meeting. April was a record month for LegUp Health. LACRM has their designer back with more hours than ever. Rick is looking to target CPAs as customers. The LACRM coding fellows have started. We discuss how to deal with the low points of being an entrepreneur.

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.fmThe blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/the-dangerous-misconception-founders-have-about-their-market/The podcast episode: https://share.transistor.fm/s/e22791e5The video: https://youtu.be/jRc37k7I46s You'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comFind me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/arvidkahl/This episode is sponsored by Pinto Financial. Check out their demo! 

Seth Godin (@ThisIsSethsBlog) talks indie hacking, finding new business ideas, meaningful jobs vs mechanized jobs, dealing with internet trolls, his secrets to productivity, freelancing vs bootstrapping, writing 9000 blog posts in 20 years, and finding significance in a changing world with Courtland (@csallen) and Channing (@ChanningAllen).

Building a start-up business is hard. And even harder when you have limited resources, no access to finance or capital, and literally start from the bottom, bootstrapping every step along the way. But it is possible. And The WOD Life are home grown proof. In this episode, Joseph Mencel sits down with co-founders of The WOD Life, Ben Dineen and Andy Lee, to talk about how they have built a multimillion dollar, world renowned business from the ground up in less than a decade, and the challenges they have overcome along the way. From getting creative with limited financial resources, to executing on the basics of unit economics, to identifying value propositions, to determining when and how to scale, this episode is an absolute masterclass on how to build a business from 3 of the most successful entrepreneurs in the South Australian fitness space. Joseph, Ben and Andy leave no sensitive topic untouched, discussing their origin story, how they navigated COVID, how they adapt to change, how they manage personal & business relationships, and how they identify true influence in the fitness industry, before closing out with their thoughts on the future of bricks & mortar retail. A truly inspirational and educational episode that you will want to listen to more than once! Enjoy!

On this episode of Building at the Edges we sit down with Deana Burke and Natasha Hoskins, co-founders of Boys Club, a social collective bringing new voices to the internet. We break down the structure of Boys Club, how the DAO fits into the larger brand, how the brand can become profitable, and their choice to focus on building the media business first. We discuss bootstrapping vs. venture funding, community growth vs. audience growth, and we have a really interesting conversation on how the belief in a brand is what makes a brand valuable.   FOLLOW US Jess: https://twitter.com/jessewldn  Seed Club: https://twitter.com/seedclubhq  Deana: https://twitter.com/medeana  Natasha: https://twitter.com/natashaghoskins  Boys Club: https://twitter.com/boysclubworld    LINKS https://www.seedclub.xyz/  https://www.boysclub.vip/newsletter    TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro  0:41 Boys Club 4:55 Is Boys Club a DAO? 11:27 Turning Boys Club into a business 22:44 Bootstrapping vs. venture funding 31:18 Belief in a brand 37:26 The Boys Club zine 38:55 Community growth vs. audience growth 40:34 DIMES 42:28 Outro   DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is the opinion of the speaker(s) only and is for informational purposes only. You should not construe it as investment advice, tax advice, or legal advice, and it does not represent any entity's opinion but those of the speaker(s). For investment or legal advice, please seek a duly licensed professional.  

In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Gagan Biyani, CEO and co-founder of Sprig, Udemy, and Maven, about the ins and outs of entrepreneurship and building a successful company. We delved into a variety of topics, ranging from the importance of having a big vision and painting a picture of the future, to the benefits of bootstrapping versus raising venture capital. We also explored the role of passion in the workplace and the challenges that come with scaling a company. Overall, it was a fascinating conversation that shed light on the highs and lows of being an entrepreneur and the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. Some topics discussed: The importance of having a big vision Painting a picture of the future Building momentum over time Bootstrapping versus raising venture capital The importance of passion in the work you do The process of scaling a company Enjoy!

Two stories of bootstrapping in two minutes. If you're going to bootstrap your business, listen to the advice from Brandon.  Follow Brandon Brooks on Twitter & LinkedIn for updates.About SpringTime VenturesSpringTime Ventures seeds high-growth startups in healthcare, fintech, logistics, and marketplace businesses. We look for founders with domain expertise, forging a path with a truly transformative technology. We only invest in software-based businesses in the USA. We bring a people-focused approach, work quickly, and reach conviction independently. Our initial check size is $600k. You can learn more about us and our approach.   About Rich MaloyRich's mission is to rebuild the American dream through entrepreneurship. He believes technology gives all people the opportunity to grow, learn and earn. He is a Managing Partner at SpringTime Ventures and the host of the VC Minute podcast. With prior careers in finance and sales, he's been focused on the startup ecosystem for over a dozen years. He's a father of two young children and loves sci-fi, skiing, and video games.  

Falls du aktuell auf der Suche nach Kapital für dein Startup bist, schau dir mal re:cap an: https://go.re-cap.com/unicornbakeryIn dieser Podcast-Folge dreht sich alles um Stackfield, ein europäisches Tool für sichere Teamkommunikation und Zusammenarbeit. Der Gründer, Cristian Mudure, teilt seine Erfahrungen und erzählt die Geschichte hinter dem erfolgreichen Startup. Cristian und Fabian sprechen darüber, wie Stackfield seine Kundengruppe gefunden hat, die Balance zwischen Wachstum und Kosten hält und warum Datenschutz eine wichtige Rolle bei der Entscheidung gegen Investorengeld spielt. Was du lernst:Die Bedeutung der Identifizierung der Zielgruppe für ein StartupStrategien zur Balance zwischen Wachstum und KostenWarum Datenschutz bei der Entscheidung gegen Investorengeld eine Rolle spieltErfolgsfaktoren für den Eintritt in spezifische Branchen anstelle einer breiten ZielgruppeDie Bedeutung eines effektiven Kundensupports für den Erfolg eines UnternehmensALLES ZU UNICORN BAKERY:https://zez.am/unicornbakery(0:00:36) Bootstrapping als relevanter Faktor für das Wachstum von Stackfield(0:08:02) Die Suche nach Investoren und das Bootstrap-Modell(0:14:34) Entscheidung gegen Investorengeld (0:19:09) Zielgruppe: Stadtverwaltungen und Regierung(0:26:24) Härteste Zeiten und mangelnde Fokussierung(0:30:14) Langsames Wachstum und Standhaftigkeit(0:31:09) Entscheidung gegen Freemium-Modell(0:34:36) Team-Motivation trotz langsamen Wachstums(0:38:17) Diskussionskultur und Vision(0:47:31) Kundenservice als ErfolgsfaktorCristian MudureLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristian-mudure-9506183/ Stackfield: https://www.stackfield.com/ WHATSAPP NEWSLETTER:1-2x wöchentlich bekommst du eine persönliche Sprachnotiz oder Inhalte von mir, die dich zu einem besseren Gründer machen, melde dich jetzt mit einem Klick an: https://bit.ly/ub-whatsapp-newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Miguel Armaza heads to Mexico City for a conversation with Jorge Combe, CEO & Co-Founder of DD360 and DD3 Capital Partners, one of the leading PropTech and real estate financing groups in Latin America.Prior to launching the firm, Jorge and his Co-Founder, Martin Werner, were co-heads of Goldman Sachs Mexico and Latin America. They left Goldman six years ago and bootstrapped DD360 into a $91 million Series A in 2022.We discuss:Bootstrapping lessons and benefits, and why they set out to build a profitable company from day oneBiggest mistakes since his transition from Goldman to building a scrappy startupHow they built a B2B business and then expanded it into a B2C divisionThe incredible potential and opportunities Latin America… and a lot more!Want more podcast episodes? Join me and follow Fintech Leaders today on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app for weekly conversations with today's global leaders that will dominate the 21st century in fintech, business, and beyond.Do you prefer a written summary, instead? Check out the Fintech Leaders newsletter and join 54,000+ readers and listeners worldwide!Miguel Armaza is Co-Founder & Managing General Partner of Gilgamesh Ventures, a seed-stage investment fund focused on fintech in the Americas. He also hosts and writes the Fintech Leaders podcast and newsletter.Miguel on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3nKha4ZMiguel on Twitter: https://bit.ly/2Jb5oBcFintech Leaders Newsletter: bit.ly/3jWIpqp

In this podcast interview, we delve into the vibrant start-up ecosystem in India and explore the concept of funding winters. Join us as we discuss with Devansh, a seasoned entrepreneur and industry expert, to gain valuable insights into the Indian start-up landscape and understand the challenges and opportunities faced by start-ups during funding winters, with our host Anurag Manik Start-Up Ecosystem in India: A Thriving Landscape India has emerged as one of the fastest-growing start-up ecosystems in the world. The country boasts a vast pool of talented entrepreneurs, a dynamic market, and a supportive regulatory framework. Let's explore the key aspects of the Indian start-up ecosystem in detail. 1. The Rise of Start-ups in India India's start-up revolution began in the early 2000s, with the growth of technology and internet penetration. Since then, the start-up ecosystem has witnessed exponential growth, fueled by factors such as increased access to capital, a growing consumer market, and a favorable policy environment. 2. Government Initiatives and Policies The Indian government has played a crucial role in nurturing the start-up ecosystem. Initiatives like "Startup India" and "Digital India" have created a conducive environment for entrepreneurship, offering benefits such as tax exemptions, simplified regulations, and access to funding and mentorship programs. 3. Thriving Sectors in the Indian Start-up Ecosystem The Indian start-up landscape is diverse, with ventures spanning various sectors. Some of the key sectors experiencing significant growth include e-commerce, fintech, edtech, healthtech, agritech, and renewable energy. These sectors have witnessed substantial investments and disruptive innovations in recent years. 4. Evolving Funding Landscape Access to funding is a crucial aspect of any start-up ecosystem. India has witnessed a surge in venture capital and angel investments, empowering entrepreneurs to turn their ideas into reality. Several domestic and international venture capital firms, angel networks, and crowdfunding platforms actively support Indian start-ups. Understanding Funding Winters: Challenges and Strategies 5. What are Funding Winters? Funding winters refer to periods when there is a slowdown or reduction in the availability of funding for start-ups. It can occur due to various factors, such as economic downturns, market uncertainties, changes in investor sentiments, or overvaluation concerns. During these periods, start-ups may find it challenging to secure funding for their operations and growth. 6. Impact on Start-ups Funding winters can have a significant impact on start-ups, as they heavily rely on external funding to fuel their growth. The challenges faced by start-ups during funding winters include: Limited access to capital: Investors become cautious and selective about where they deploy their funds, making it difficult for start-ups to secure investments. Extended fundraising cycles: Start-ups may experience longer periods to raise funds, as investors become more cautious and conduct thorough due diligence. Valuation adjustments: During funding winters, investors often demand lower valuations, which can impact the equity stake and overall growth prospects of start-ups. Survival challenges: Lack of adequate funding can pose survival challenges for start-ups, as they need resources to sustain operations and scale their businesses. 7.  Strategies for Start-ups during Funding Winters Despite the challenges, start-ups can navigate funding winters effectively by adopting certain strategies. Here are some approaches that entrepreneurs can consider: Bootstrapping: Start-ups can focus on generating revenue through lean operations and efficient cost management. Bootstrapping allows them to maintain control and sustain their businesses during funding winters. Building strong networks: Developing relationships with potential investors, mentors, industry experts, and fellow entrepreneurs can open doors to alternative funding sources We are a top 10 podcast in India and consistently rank in the top 50 in France, Germany, Tunisia, and Africa. Our podcast has been recognized by Spotify, coming in at #9 in a national level podcasting competition and being inducted into the IFP Podcasting Hall of Fame. Out of 1200 podcasts, M-Square was also chosen as one of the top 33 to graduate from IFP Labs by Spotify. Some of our other achievements include: Winning #1 Podcast Workshop Series by Hindustan Times and Hubhopper Conducting workshops at prestigious institutions such as IIM Bangalore, IIM Ahmedabad, NMIMS, and MoodIndigo (IIT Bombay) Being the first Indian podcast to conduct a workshop at MoodIndigo Collaborating with Bound India for a workshop Hosting Bollywood celebrities like Shruti Seth, Kunal Bakshi, and Nidhi Bhanushali M-Square Podcast is dedicated to sharing inspiring and motivating stories from people who are making a difference in the world. We believe in the power of sharing experiences and knowledge, and strive to create a positive impact through our podcast. Thank you for joining us on this journey.   If you like our work follow us on instagram  @anuragmanik7 @msquarepodcast   and as we always say   Until Next Time:   Stay Quirky! Stay Different!

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2020. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Ravi Abuvala is the founder of Scaling with Systems, a business accelerator that works to bootstrap and scale their clients' businesses leveraging elimination, automation and fully-trained overseas assistants. In the past 14 months, he has scaled 2, 7-figure businesses with less than $1,000 of his own capital and 4 commission-based employees. Top 3 Value Bombs: 1. Ask yourself, if something happens to you, can your business continue to run without you? 2. Figure out how to be profitable from day one. 3. Sales should not be delegated to your virtual assistant. It should be the last thing you delegate because nobody can sell your product as good as you do. Free training! The 3-Step "Cash Machine" That Spits Out High Ticket Clients Every 6.5 Days - Ravi's Gift for Fire Nation Sponsors: HubSpot: HubSpot CRM's powerful tools will help marketers WOW prospects, sales teams lock in deals, and service teams improve response times and overall service. Get started for free at HubSpot.com! BELAY: Learn how to make the most of your time and maximize your results with BELAY's free offer! Download Your Personal Guide to a Productive Work Week, today! Just text FIRE to 55123!

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2020. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Ravi Abuvala is the founder of Scaling with Systems, a business accelerator that works to bootstrap and scale their clients' businesses leveraging elimination, automation and fully-trained overseas assistants. In the past 14 months, he has scaled 2, 7-figure businesses with less than $1,000 of his own capital and 4 commission-based employees. Top 3 Value Bombs: 1. Ask yourself, if something happens to you, can your business continue to run without you? 2. Figure out how to be profitable from day one. 3. Sales should not be delegated to your virtual assistant. It should be the last thing you delegate because nobody can sell your product as good as you do. Free training! The 3-Step "Cash Machine" That Spits Out High Ticket Clients Every 6.5 Days - Ravi's Gift for Fire Nation Sponsors: HubSpot: HubSpot CRM's powerful tools will help marketers WOW prospects, sales teams lock in deals, and service teams improve response times and overall service. Get started for free at HubSpot.com! BELAY: Learn how to make the most of your time and maximize your results with BELAY's free offer! Download Your Personal Guide to a Productive Work Week, today! Just text FIRE to 55123!

Building in public is a popular trend in entrepreneurship. However, it may not always be the best approach. Entrepreneurs should consider their personality traits, the nature of their business, and their competitive advantages before deciding whether to adopt this approach. Building in public is about generosity, transparency, and community, and can be a powerful way to gain customers' trust, build a brand, and grow a business if these values align with the business model and personal style — but not always.My new podcast project: Arvid & Tyler Catch Up / https://catchup.fmThe blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/the-flip-side-when-not-to-build-in-public/The podcast episode: https://share.transistor.fm/s/815ae514The video: https://youtu.be/GoJB6ngrS1M You'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comFind me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/arvidkahl/This episode is sponsored by Pinto Financial. Check out their demo! 

Alex MacCaw (@maccaw) talks living on a boat, quitting his own 7-figure company, starting over with a lifestyle business, whether free will exists, crowdfunding from your own customers, and gaining a foothold in a crowded market with Courtland (@csallen) and Channing (@ChanningAllen).

Here's what's covered on this week's episode:Phuong Ireland joins us to talk about bootstrapping startups. Bootstrapping means building and growing your business without external funding, relying on personal savings, revenue, or loans. It offers benefits like maintaining full ownership, having control over the company's direction, and focusing on profitability. It also makes you more attractive for future funding. However, bootstrapping comes with risks like limited funds and lack of access to mentorship and connections.Mike Rogers shares his insights on the current state of Series C funding. Series C funding peaked in 2021, but 2022 showed a decline and 2023 is showing signs of following suit. This is due to a flight to quality, with investors being highly selective in their investments and demanding best in class metrics and profitability. On the flip side, many companies meeting these criteria choose not to raise funds in the current market. This confluence of factors has led to a smaller pool of eligible companies and a decrease in Series C funding.Links:Links: The Fundraising RulesFollow us on Twitter: @mpd, @Mikeyjrog, @interplayPodcast Links: Website, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn

Bootstrapping is how many newly minted founders launch their startup. Using their own savings and borrowing capability to get their business off the ground.However, lack of funding can cause a founder to freeze, to get caught in a mindset chokehold that prevents them from moving forward... from seeing solutions.How do you get unstuck?Our guest, Tiana Sanchez, is the queen of dissolving mindset blocks that keep folks from achieving their dreams.AND… she shares outstanding advice and pathways to help you bootstrap your business to achieve traction and increase valuation ... because when you can increase valuation through bootstrapping, investors will be more interested in your deal… and you'll keep a much higher percentage of the equity in your business.Tiana is the CEO and Founder of TSI LLC (Tiana Sanchez International), a leadership and development company helping organizations train and develop a more competent, confident, caring and collaborative workforce.Tiana is also a Number 1 bestselling author, executive coach, corporate trainer, keynote speaker, and host of Like a REAL Boss podcast. Tiana's public and private sector corporate training and development client list includes Sony Pictures, BMW, Mercedes Benz, and California State University Long Beach. She is the author of two books: “Undefeatable” (https://amzn.to/42Yj59Q) and “F'D Up – The UPside of Failure” (https://amzn.to/3BxziqC) and is well known for her engaging, high-energy keynote presentations at Leadership Conferences, Women's Conferences, Higher Education Events, and Company Retreats.To learn more about Tiana's services, please visit: https://tianasanchez.comFollow and connect with Tiana via these social platforms:LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tianasanchez/Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/TianaSanchezFanPage/Twitter @LikeARealBosshttps://twitter.com/likearealbossInstagram @LikeARealBosshttps://www.instagram.com/likearealbossladyTiana's Books:Undefeatable: Conquering Self-Defeat https://amzn.to/42Yj59QF'd Up: The UPside of Failure Kindle Edition https://amzn.to/3BxziqCThank you for carving out time to improve your Founder Game - when you do better, your startup will do better - cheers!Ande ♥https://andelyons.com#bestyoutubechannelforstartups #startupstories #bootstrap #mindsethacksWHAT WE LEARNED:00:00 - meet Tiana Sanchez07:00 - Tiana became an entrepreneur after a painful layoff11:00 - what's your talent stack?13:00 - Hot Dog and a Stick - loooove this story!16:36 - how to dissolve external blockers (competition!)19:00 - how Tiana launched and built her business without a degree and resources30:00 - Undefeatable - Conquering Self-Defeat37:00 - to make money, you have to spend money40:00 - how to build partnerships and collaborations to grow your business44:00 - F'D Up: The UPside of Failure JOIN STARTUP LIFE SHOW MEETUP GROUPGet an alert whenever I post a new show!https://bit.ly/StartupLifeLIVECONNECT WITH ME ONLINE: https://twitter.com/AndeLyonshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/andelyons/ https://www.instagram.com/ande_lyons/ TikTok: @andelyonsWBENC APPLICATIONDon't leave money on the table! Reach out to me to find out how I can help you apply for a WBENC Certification: ande@andelyons.com Join Innovation Women here: https://bit.ly/AndeInnoWomenSPONSORSHIPIf you resonate with the show's mission of amplifying diverse founder voices while serving first-time founders around the world, please reach out to me to learn more about making an impact through sponsoring the Startup Life Show! ande@andelyons.com.

Emma Lawler (@emmaryanlawler) talks whether crypto is dead, VC vs bootstrapping, getting an MBA after a successful exit, why NYC beats SF, trading sleep for work, whether capitalism leads to perverse incentives, and how she plans to disrupt the App Store with Courtland (@csallen) and Channing (@ChanningAllen).

People would rather sift through fake AI results than see yet another ad. Something is happening in advertising, and the creator economy is affected greatly.The shift towards trust-based advertising is a wake-up call for founders and creators when crafting their marketing strategy, as honesty, integrity, and trust are now essential components of a successful approach to outreach.Here are the steps that you need to take to keep up with this development.My new podcast project: Arvid & Tyler Catch Up / https://catchup.fmThe blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/in-pod-we-trust-how-creators-can-best-juggle-credibility-and-sponsored-content/The podcast episode: https://share.transistor.fm/s/7ff5761eThe video: https://youtu.be/AZFbKUSmq_IYou'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comFind me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/arvidkahl/This episode is sponsored by Pinto Financial. Check out their demo! 

Tom Kulzer is the CEO and Founder of AWeber, a company he started in 1998 to guide small businesses in fostering more engaging customer relationships and designing effective email marketing. Tom grew the company from zero to 300,000 clients through his unique take on market strategy and team building. Due to his dedication to building a thriving and unique workplace culture, AWeber has been voted one of Pennsylvania's Best Places to Work 10 years in a row. In this episode… Bootstrapping can be a formidable method of financing a startup. There are many unknowns and hurdles to overcome, especially when it's your first venture. For SaaS companies, getting your name out there and establishing a demand for your offering is also necessary. Tom Kulzer started AWeber 25 years ago and turned a startup into a reliable software company. His email marketing strategies are already respected, but now he explains how he grew his business from the ground up. In this episode of Ecommerce Wizards Podcast, Guillaume Le Tual invites Tom Kulzer, the Founder and CEO of AWeber, back onto the show to talk about how he nurtured his startup. They touch on the early days, how Tom cultivated his initial audience, and how he established customers. The two also discuss the potential pitfalls of a budding business and finding people to grow with the company.

Danny Postma (@dannypostmaa) talks his rivalry with Pieter Levels, selling his AI startup, using SEO as a moat, how to be an AI first-mover, why he's not allowed to use ChatGPT, and passing $300k in revenue with Courtland (@csallen) and Channing (@ChanningAllen).

https://sharemint.xyz/https://twitter.com/elie2222https://indieworldwide.com/https://twitter.com/AnthonyCastrioIn this conversation, Anthony Castrio, founder of the Indie Worldwide Community, interviews Elie Steinbock, founder of Sharemint.xyz, CryptoFighters, and FrontWork. Elie shares his journey from running a front-end development agency to working on Sharemint, a Web3 referral platform for startup partnerships. He discusses how he met his cofounder, Aamir, and built a strong working relationship with him.Elie explains that launching a Web3 business is similar to launching other businesses but emphasizes the importance of finding users on platforms like Twitter, Telegram, and Discord. He believes that building a valuable business during a bear market is more sustainable than focusing on quick gains during a bull market.Sharemint currently has a handful of clients and is making between $5,000 and $10,000 a month. Elie shares the challenges of managing finances in cryptocurrency and advises those looking to build a Web3 business to focus on providing value to users rather than launching unnecessary tokens.Elie is optimistic about the potential of Web3 and NFTs as alternative authentication systems and voting rights within organizations. He plans to focus on growing Sharemint over the next few years and hopes to become more established in the crypto space.In terms of the Indie Worldwide community, Elie appreciates the monthly calls and small group chats, but suggests hosting these calls more frequently to deepen connections within the community. His parting wisdom for aspiring indie hackers is that there is no right way to do things and that it's important to be open-minded and adaptable.

Making a ruckus for the right peopleAkimbo is a weekly podcast created by Seth Godin. He's the bestselling author of 20 books and a long-time entrepreneur, freelancer and teacher.You can find out more about Seth by reading his daily blog at seths.blog and about the podcast at akimbo.link.To submit a question and to see the show notes, please visit akimbo.link and press the appropriate button. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“As an entrepreneur, you need someone you've been through shit with already” — and that's exactly why Dagobert and Lucie are the perfect power couple co-founders. I chatted with @dagobertrenouf about overcoming struggle, growing a business together, and dealing with the lack of motivation when things get complicated.We discuss the power of Twitter and building an audience before creating a product. Dagobert shares his personal journey with Logology and how he lost motivation before finding inspiration from his Twitter community. He also talks about the importance of understanding customers' problems before building a product and how he plans to apply this lesson to Logology 2.Hope you're ready for an emotional journey of entrepreneurship. My new podcast project: Arvid & Tyler Catch Up / https://catchup.fmThe blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/dagobert-renouf-the-emotional-journey-of-entrepreneurship/The podcast episode: https://share.transistor.fm/s/2b57060d The video: https://youtu.be/4aOLgJC8CKUYou'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comThis interview is sponsored by Acquire.com

Matt Studdert is the founder of Frontend Mentor, which helps people level up their front-end coding skills by building projects. They have over 500,000 users and are hovering around $30k MRR. Matt didn't start out wanting to run a SaaS, starting out playing poker, then became a personal trainer, before changing his career and learning to code when he was 28.Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:16 Playing Poker full time 02:58 Becoming a personal trainer 04:24 Learning to code with General Assembly 06:33 Front End Mentor 08:33 Building a scrappy MVP 11:29 Growth for Front End Mentor 15:03 Reccos Recommendations Book - badass make users awesome Podcast - Acquired Indie Hacker - Arvid Kahl, Valentin Wallyn Follow MattTwitterMy links Twitter Indie Bites Twitter Indie Bites YouTube Join the membership Personal Website 2 Hour Podcast Course PodPanda (hire me to edit your podcast) This Indie Life Podcast Sponsor - EmailOctopus

Using ChatGPT as a writing partner helps strengthen arguments by acting as an editor, proofreader, and devil's advocate. It prompts the AI to provide counterpoints and can detect emotional subtext, highlight missing pieces of the argument, and suggest better examples. This adversarial writing approach with generative AI results in writing that is both in the author's voice and accessible to a wider readership.00:00:14 Intro00:01:33 ChatGPT as a writing buddy00:03:13 Bias-busting with a Devil's Advocate00:04:48 Other uses of ChatGPT00:06:13 Fact-checking00:07:22 Emotional arcsMy new podcast project: Arvid & Tyler Catch Up / https://catchup.fmThe blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/writing-with-a-nemesis-using-chatgpt-to-strengthen-your-arguments/The podcast episode: https://share.transistor.fm/s/562c4b5fThe video: https://youtu.be/3Rk17om7crUYou'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comFind me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/arvidkahl/This episode is sponsored by Pinto Financial. Check out their demo! 

Elisia Mitchell is the President of Divine Learning, a tutoring and education company that specializes in early childhood education and hands-on learning strategies. With expertise in these areas, she has made it her mission to help young learners develop a love for learning and build a strong foundation for their academic success.Elisia's journey in education started as a public school teacher, where she gained valuable experience working with students and understanding the challenges they face in their academic journey. However, she realized that she could make a bigger impact by starting her own tutoring center. Over the last year, she has been working hard to learn the ins and outs of running a business, becoming a salesperson, and honing her craft as an educator.Elisia's achievements in education and business are a testament to her dedication and passion for making a positive impact on the lives of young learners. She has developed standard operating procedures (SOPs) and sales scripts to ensure that Divine Learning operates efficiently and effectively, and she encourages others to step out of their comfort zones and embrace new challenges.If you want to learn more about Elisia and Divine Learning, you can contact her through Facebook at Elisia Acuna Mitchell, or follow her on Instagram at @Leesiemitchell. You can also visit their website at www.divinelearning.com. Elisia is excited to offer a special discount to listeners who mention this podcast when they reach out to her.

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In this episode of EcomGold™️, we delve into the success story of Cammy, the co-founder of Naming This Later, a direct-to-consumer company specializing in blankets and rugs. As a self-proclaimed DTC addict, Cammy shares his insights on how he has grown his business from scratch to profitability. He discusses the various strategies and tactics he has used to keep the brand thriving, including bootstrapping and leveraging every available opportunity. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or simply seeking to learn from real-life examples of success, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in building a brand from 0 to 1. Get show alerts and playbooks by signing up on the EcomGold website: www.ecom.goldClaim an extended free trial as a show listener.EcomGold is brought to you by:‍Rewind Shopify App.Back up your Shopify store because not doing so is absolute lunacy!As a listener of the show, you can claim a no strings attached free month with this link: https://rewind.com/ecommercegold/Triple Whale.‍Triple Whale brings the metrics that matter most into one easy-to-use dashboard, giving you the real-time insights you need to grow your brand.https://www.triplewhale.com/TapCart.Customer retention is so important. Push notifications are free money levers. TapCart can create a native mobile app available on Apple Store and Android play in less than 2 weeks. They will even design and launch it for you. It a true no brainer for small and large stores. Get your app demo here: https://www.tapcart.com/

Lane Wagner (@wagslane) talks hitting $26k/mo in revenue, why A.I. disruption is a good thing, the ethics of addictive products, surviving after a first year of no traction, why most business writing sucks, and how to grow revenue by making your product smaller with Courtland (@csallen) and Channing (@ChanningAllen).

This episode follows a slightly different format, it comes from an event we recently had called Entrepreneurs Unleased: Bootstrapping Bootcamp.  At this insightful event we dove deep into the challenges and opportunities entrepreneurs face in today's uncertain economy. Our guests, experts in digital marketing, software development, and wealth management, share their experiences in helping startups maximize resources and drive revenue while navigating inflation and funding challenges. The panel included: 

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On today's episode, Jon tells about Manjit Minhas and how she started by working for an ad agency to building a beer empire worth over $155M. Visit JonDavids.com for more info. And follow Jon across social: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | Tik Tok | YouTube 

Get ready for a conversation on how to kickstart your syndication career with the bootstrapping approach featuring Adrian Salazar. Dial in as he discusses the crucial role of self-motivation and the benefits of starting with small-scale startups to gain practical experience in scaling rental properties. Check out the full episode to level up your career!   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE  How self-motivation can fuel your drive for syndication success Unit remodeling ideas to increase rent and reach your value-add goals How to estimate cash flow per asset and set your investor's expectations The scalable advantages of multifamily housing as a passive investment  Common start-up misconceptions investors have and how to fix them   RESOURCES/LINKS MENTIONED  Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki | Paperback and Kindle Andrew Carnegie    ABOUT ADRIAN SALAZAR  Adrian is a real estate investor from San Antonio, Texas, who is the founder of Optimum Buyers LLC and co-founder of Two Ten Management and HomelyEscape. Despite being in his mid-twenties, Adrian has established himself as a power player, with a portfolio of over $80,000,000 in Commercial, Single-Family, and Multifamily assets.   CONNECT WITH ADRIAN LinkedIn: Adrian Salazar - Multi Family Investor  Facebook: Adrian Salazar       Instagram: @adriannsalazar_   CONNECT WITH US  Email: shawn@greenbriarcg.com  Instagram: Shawn Winslow YouTube: Shawn Winslow LinkedIn: Shawn Winslow Facebook: Shawn Winslow

Ben Francis is the CEO & founder of Gymshark. Bootstrapping a company from nothing to a multi-billion-dollar valuation at a young age is not easy. Starting a family, with twins, whilst navigating the changing political landscape and supplier tensions from the East makes this even harder. But there are some principles Ben has developed to survive this chaos. Expect to learn what 3 traits Ben has observed in all the high performers he's met, how his upbringing helped shape him into a successful CEO, Ben's thoughts on modern masculinity, how what the world needs from fitness culture has changed, the biggest red flags to watch out for when recruiting new talent, what founders don't know about the challenges of being a CEO and much more... Sponsors: Get 10% discount on all Gymshark's products at https://bit.ly/sharkwisdom (use code: MW10) Get £150 discount on Eight Sleep products at https://eightsleep.com/modernwisdom (discount automatically applied) Get 5 Free Travel Packs, Free Liquid Vitamin D and more from Athletic Greens at https://athleticgreens.com/modernwisdom (discount automatically applied) Extra Stuff: Follow Ben on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/benfrancis/  Get my free Reading List of 100 books to read before you die → https://chriswillx.com/books/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast Email: https://chriswillx.com/contact/ 

With 20+ years working for the post office, our guest had a dream to one day own her own postal store with the ability to individualize customer service and provide guidance.In the spring of 2019 that dream came true when Tiffany Townsend founded Ship Black, a logistics super center focused on serving black owned e-commerce businesses.Ship Black is a one-stop-shop for startup businesses. It provides fulfillment services, education, and guidance in the customer service realm to elevate its customers' ecommerce business and the effectiveness of their supply chain. Tiffany is also an advocate for autism awareness, regularly volunteering her time and resources to support local organizations, and providing warehouse apprenticeship training and jobs, which helps individuals gain the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in the logistics and warehousing industry.To learn more about SHIP BLACK, please visit: https://shipblack.comTo receive the education you need to succeed at shipping with your business, please visit: https://shipblackuniversity.comFor a FREE Consultation with Tiffany and her team, please email: info@shipblackuniversity.com and put FREE in the subject line.Connect with Tiffany and SHIP BLACK on social here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ship-black/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffany-townsend-sb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shipblackcoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shipblackco/Thank you for carving out time to improve your Founder Game - when you do better, your startup will do better - cheers from Boston!Ande ♥https://andelyons.com#fulfillmentcenter #blackownedbusiness #supportingblackownedbusinesses #ecommerce WHAT WE LEARNED:00:00 Meet Tiffany Townsend07:00 - Turning a dream into a reality12:00 - Buying an existing business14:00 - Pandemic pivot = mobile mailroom for Tiffany's community!20:00 - How serving customers ecommerce needs created SHIP BLACK - a one-stop-shop fulfillment center25:00 - Tiffany used Houston Ship Station for a seamless integration into all ecommerce platforms29:30 - The Pound Cake Story - how Tiffany saved an act of kindness during the pandemic 30:00 - The BEST ecommerce shipping advice you'll ever receive36:00 - Bootstrapping your business to success39:00 - Mailing solution specialist - Tiffany's educational arm of SHIP BLACK: https://shipblackuniversity.com44:00 - NOW is the time to fix and enhance all your product shipping needs!49:00 - the cheapest way is not always the BEST way50:40 - shipping insurance advice and insights53:00 - how Tiffany serves the autism world with specific training and skills learning for folks on the SpectrumJOIN STARTUP LIFE LIVE MEETUP GROUPGet an alert whenever I post a new show!https://bit.ly/StartupLifeLIVEWBENC APPLICATION SUPPORTLearn more here: https://bit.ly/GetWBENCSend me an email: ande@andelyons.comCONNECT WITH ME ONLINE: https://twitter.com/AndeLyonshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/andelyons/ https://www.instagram.com/ande_lyons/ TikTok: @andelyonsANDELICIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTSJoin Innovation Women here: https://bit.ly/AndeInnoWomenArlan's Academy: https://arlansacademy.com/Scroobious - use Ande15 discount code: https://www.scroobious.com/How to Raise a Seed Round: https://bit.ly/AAElizabethYinTune in to Mia Voss' Shit We Don't Talk About podcast here: https://shitwedonttalkaboutpodcast.com/SPONSORSHIPIf you resonate with the show's mission of amplifying diverse founder voices while serving first-time founders around the world, please reach out to me to learn more about making an impact through sponsoring the Startup Life LIVE Show! ande@andelyons.com.

Rob Walling (@robwalling) talks his new playbook on SaaS, why he launched on Kickstarter, the latest startup trends, how to have a winning mindset, and whether we should build a Kickstarter for Indie Hackers with Courtland (@csallen) and Channing (@ChanningAllen).

If you are thinking of indie beauty entrepreneurship, this episode is a must-listen. It has been a while since the podcast has featured a Formula Botanica graduate brand, and with well over 300 incredible founders and successful beauty brands featured in our online gallery, the decision about whom to approach wasn't easy. But, one name popped up time and again – Roshanne Dorsett, graduate of the  International Organic Skincare Entrepreneur Program, and founder of The Glowcery. Roshanne has achieved incredible heights for her brand in just three years, having launched The Glowcery, a superfood, natural and sustainable skincare brand, in spring 2020 just before the Covid-19 lockdowns. In this interview, you will hear of the amazing, inspiring personal transformation that Roshanne went through in starting her gorgeous and multi-award-winning beauty brand. But, what are really fascinating are her insights as a new, beauty entrepreneur; how she overcame challenges, bootstrapped her business, grew in confidence and now has plans to take The Glowcery international and develop it as a lifestyle brand. Roshanne drops some mindset bombs on indie beauty entrepreneurship that you need to hear. So settle in for a fantastic episode that could change your life.