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Midlife CriSaaS: Adventures in SaaS Entrepreneurship

Welcome to the latest episode where Kevin, Steve, and Jeff share their journey through the trials and tribulations of bootstrap SaaS entrepreneurship. Get ready for a candid look at the highs, lows, and the unexpected turns in building a tech business without venture capital. Perfect for entrepreneurs, startup enthusiasts, or anyone curious about the real-world ups and downs of a software start-up, especially in midlife.

Timestamps:
  • 00:01:03 - Discussion on productivity and backend improvements
  • 00:01:50 - Conversation on switching to the Slate HTML editor
  • 00:02:26 - Challenges with Vue project and content alignment issues
  • 00:03:48 - Decision to switch to TinyMCE and customer feedback
  • 00:05:24 - Problems with Quill editor and Chrome deprecation
  • 00:07:14 - Implementing and troubleshooting with Slate
  • 00:09:29 - Importance of choosing stable and well-supported projects
  • 00:12:41 - Implementation and functionality of the TinyMCE editor
  • 00:13:22 - Investigating draft.js by Facebook
  • 00:16:39 - Navigating workload and tasks with personal life
    • Important Discussions:
    • The shift from Quill to Slate for better HTML editing capabilities
    • Considering the reliability and trustworthiness of open-source editors
    • The impact of editor choice on user experience and business growth
    • Striking the balance between business priorities and family life
      • Key Takeaways:
      • The importance of user interface and customer satisfaction
      • The significance of choosing software tools that receive regular updates and support
      • Finding focus and intentionality in managing task lists and productivity
      • Pondering about the value and definition of a "true" unicorn in the SaaS industry
        • Resources Mentioned:
        • Slate HTML Editor
        • TinyMCE Editor
        • GitHub (for discussion on Quill editor)
          • Intro and Outro by "Sapajou - The Way To You" is under a Creative Commons (CC-BY 3.0) license Music promoted by BreakingCopyright: https://bit.ly/bkc-the-way
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