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Morning Maker Show
By Dan Mindru, Sandra DjajicTechnology
Morning Maker Show episodes
- How He built a multi-million Dollar Business from Scratch ― PostHog's James Hawkins shares it all
Huge thanks to CAD Scene AI architecture, Jelly, PageAI, Toolfolio, Sentry, Shipixen, Horse Browser, PageUI, Crontap, Clobbr, Hunted.Space, Saventify RSVP for making this show happen!
Inside PostHog’s Journey to $100M: Insights from co-CEO and mother of hedgehogs: James HawkinsIn this episode, we chat with James Hawkins (https://x.com/james406), the co-founder of PostHog! James shares how PostHog is growing in revenue, the unique ways they approach marketing and sales, and the importance of being open source and developer-focused. He also gives tips on hiring strategies and the critical role of product innovation. Plus, we discuss their plans for embracing AI and new products in the pipeline. As per youge: like, comment & subscribe! 🚀
00:29 In-Depth Presentation by James
01:22 Product Development and Customer Base
02:37 Support and Sales Team Evolution
07:11 Revenue Goals and Strategic Shifts
13:57 Marketing and Branding Strategies
27:00 Building and Validating New Ideas
32:10 Scaling Through User Recommendations
32:21 Balancing Data-Driven Decisions and Gut Feelings
32:57 Early Stage Product Focus: Debugging and Basic Analytics
34:18 Expanding Beyond Engineering: Marketing and Sales Tools
34:52 Building a Comprehensive Marketing Stack
36:01 Challenges and Strategies in Tool Development
40:37 Hiring Technical Founders: Pros and Cons
46:07 Trusting Developers and Embracing Chaos
58:37 AI Integration and Future Plans
01:05:41 We sing the Morning Maker Show song
See transcripts and past episodes on morningmakershow.com
Thank you to our sponsors
- CAD Scene AI Architecture
- Saventify
1 hr 7 min - Bootstrapping from $0 to $14k MRR - with Dmytro Krasun from ScreenshotOne
Huge thanks to CAD Scene AI architecture, Toolfolio, Sentry, Shipixen, Horse Browser, PageAI, PageUI, Crontap, Clobbr, Hunted.Space for making this show happen!
We had the pleasure of chatting with Dmytro Krasun (https://x.com/DmytroKrasun), the creator of ScreenshotOne (https://screenshotone.com). He shared his journey—from quitting his job to building ScreenshotOne, which now brings in $14K MRR. Dmytro opened up about everything, from how he marketed the product to how he’s scaling it today.Hope you join the conversation! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and stay tuned for more awesome interviews. 🚀
01:40 Dmytro's Philosophy on Kindness and Relationships
04:01 The Challenges of Entrepreneurship
04:17 Balancing Honesty and Niceness
06:13 The Role of Physical Activity in Mental Health
06:55 The Importance of Emotional Awareness
12:13 The Decision to Quit a Stable Job
21:33 The Birth of Screenshot One
21:41 Sponsorship Segment: Thank you Sentry
24:10 Overcoming Competitors and Finding a Niche
37:28 Growth Strategies and Customer Acquisition
45:45 Changing the Subject
45:53 Rapid Caffeine Burst
48:25 Drawing the Future
53:20 Balancing Family and Work
54:17 The Importance of Mental Health
55:57 Navigating Entrepreneurship Challenges
01:02:09 Future Plans and AI
01:17:16 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
01:19:49 Final Thoughts and Reflections
See transcripts and past episodes on morningmakershow.com
Thank you to our sponsors
- CAD Scene AI Architecture
- Saventify
1 hr 26 min - Bootstrapping to $10k MRR LEGALLY with Lukas Hermann
Huge thanks to CAD Scene AI architecture, Saventify, Sentry, LemonSqueezy, MagicSpace SEO, Shipixen, DeskBreak, browser.horse, Email Octopus, Ugly Duckling, Baked Design Studio, PageUI, Crontap, Clobbr, Hunted.Space for making this show happen!
See transcripts and past episodes on morningmakershow.com
From Dumb Luck to B2B Success: An Interview with Lukas Hermann (https://x.com/_lhermann)Join us in this hilarious and insightful episode featuring Lukas Hermann, CEO, and founder of StageTimer. We dive into his unexpected journey from feeling lucky and clueless to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Lukas shares his experiences with taxes, marketing chaos, and reinventing analytics while keeping things fun and lighthearted. Discover the secrets behind his 100% luck rate, his thoughts on bootstrapping versus funding, and even his adventures in learning to fly! Special shoutout to our sponsor, Sentry. Don't miss this entertaining and inspiring conversation!
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:19 Unexpected Tax Office Visit0
4:08 Lukas' Business Journey
05:38 The First Successful Idea
09:29 Entering a New Niche
15:26 Marketing Strategies and Challenges
18:18 SEO and Analytics Insights
25:53 Custom Solutions for Tracking User Behavior
27:37 Challenges and Insights in B2B Sales
29:50 Exploring AI Tools for Business
30:39 The Journey from Startups to Bootstrapping
39:47 Balancing Family Life and Business
44:54 Future Aspirations and Reflections
Thank you to our sponsors
- CAD Scene AI Architecture
- Saventify
53 min - Winning the AI goldrush 🔥 (Video of EP56)
In this episode of The Morning Maker Show, Yasser from Chatbase reveals how he scaled to millions in revenue by selling to B2B companies and beating the competition! 🏆 He breaks down the top marketing channels that helped him grow, including Twitter, Reddit, and Google Ads, and explains how to stand out in a crowded market. 🚀
Want to learn how to outsmart competitors and scale your business to millions? Yasser’s strategies could be your blueprint to success!Join our community at https://morningmakershow.com and connect with founders scaling their businesses.00:00:00 Dealing with Competition in the AI Market 🔄00:01:40 Advantages of Being a Small, Agile Startup
00:02:35 Consistent Growth and Market Opportunity 📈
00:03:03 Building the Team: First Hire at 60K MRR
00:04:34 Learning from Previous Projects 💡
00:05:54 The Value of Practical Experience vs. Education
00:07:08 Influence of Successful Indie Makers
00:08:45 The Role of Luck and Persistence 🎯
00:10:40 The Five-Year Commitment to Building
00:12:11 Work-Life Balance and Setting Priorities ⚖
Huge thanks to Sentry, LemonSqueezy, MagicSpace SEO, Shipixen, DeskBreak, browser.horse, Email Octopus, Ugly Duckling, Baked Design Studio, PageUI, Crontap, Clobbr, Hunted.Space for making this show happen!
15 min - How it is to hire at 20 🕺 (Video of EP56)
In this episode of The Morning Maker Show, Yasser from Chatbase reveals how he scaled to millions in revenue by selling to B2B companies and beating the competition! 🏆 He breaks down the top marketing channels that helped him grow, including Twitter, Reddit, and Google Ads, and explains how to stand out in a crowded market. 🚀
Want to learn how to outsmart competitors and scale your business to millions? Yasser’s strategies could be your blueprint to success!Join our community at https://morningmakershow.com and connect with founders scaling their businesses.00:00:00 Comparing Marketing Channels: Reddit vs X 📊00:00:37 Different Customer Types on X Platform
00:00:57 Google Ads vs Organic Growth Strategy
00:01:33 Building Brand Trust in AI Space
00:02:03 Dealing with Copycats and Competition
00:02:42 Strategy for Staying Ahead in the Market
00:03:26 The Reality of Product Cloning
00:03:49 When Competitors Use Your Brand Name
Huge thanks to Sentry, LemonSqueezy, MagicSpace SEO, Shipixen, DeskBreak, browser.horse, Email Octopus, Ugly Duckling, Baked Design Studio, PageUI, Crontap, Clobbr, Hunted.Space for making this show happen!
5 min - From college to $4M ARR in 2 years 🚀 (Video of EP56)
In this episode of The Morning Maker Show, Yasser from Chatbase reveals how he scaled to millions in revenue by selling to B2B companies and beating the competition! 🏆 He breaks down the top marketing channels that helped him grow, including Twitter, Reddit, and Google Ads, and explains how to stand out in a crowded market. 🚀
Want to learn how to outsmart competitors and scale your business to millions? Yasser’s strategies could be your blueprint to success!Join our community at https://morningmakershow.com and connect with founders scaling their businesses.Huge thanks to Sentry, LemonSqueezy, MagicSpace SEO, Shipixen, DeskBreak, browser.horse, Email Octopus, Ugly Duckling, Baked Design Studio, PageUI, Crontap, Clobbr, Hunted.Space for making this show happen!
13 min - EP56: $4M ARR with ChatBase with Yasser
Huge thanks to Sentry, LemonSqueezy, MagicSpace SEO, Shipixen, DeskBreak, browser.horse, Email Octopus, Ugly Duckling, Baked Design Studio, PageUI, Crontap, Clobbr, Hunted.Space for making this show happen!
See transcripts and past episodes on morningmakershow.com
How Yasser Built Chatbase From Zero to Millions: Indie Hackers, AI Hype, and Growth Hacks!
Join us in this episode as we chat with Yasser, the founder and CEO of Chatbase. Learn how he turned his passion for AI and indie hacking into a multi-million dollar business. Yasser shares candid insights about launching Chatbase, building a product from customer feedback, navigating fierce competition, and leveraging viral growth hacks. Whether you're just starting out or looking for ways to scale your startup, you won't want to miss this conversation!00:00 Explosive Growth and First Hire00:22 Meet the Founder: Yasser's Journey01:08 The Birth of Chatbase02:22 Early Challenges and AI Integration05:33 Going Viral: The Power of Social Media06:55 Navigating Reddit and Marketing Strategies09:36 Adapting to Customer Needs13:15 Marketing Evolution: From Organic to Paid20:33 Handling Competition and Copycats27:08 Lessons from Past Projects33:03 The Role of Luck in Success35:20 Balancing Responsibilities and Sacrifices37:13 Phases of Life and Work38:30 The Vision for the Future40:52 The Decision to Sell or Keep Building43:37 Product Hunt Launch Strategy46:31 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs53:48 Building a Brand with Customer Love55:02 Closing Thoughts and Farewell58 min - EP55: 24 SaaS Ideas to Make Your First Sale
Huge thanks to Sentry, LemonSqueezy, MagicSpace SEO, Shipixen, DeskBreak, browser.horse, Email Octopus, Ugly Duckling, Baked Design Studio, PageUI, Crontap, Clobbr, Hunted.Space for making this show happen!
See transcripts and past episodes on morningmakershow.com
23 Killer Ideas to Make Your First $1,000 Online with AI Hacks and More!
In this episode, we break down 23 wild and crazy ways to score your first $1,000 online. From AI autocomplete to solo backlinks and even AI-generated office floor plans, we've got a ton of ideas that are as hilarious as they are genius. Plus, we share some funny personal stories (thanks, Sandra!) and give a big shoutout to our sponsor, Sentry, for keeping those pesky bugs out of our hair. It's a jam-packed episode full of design-focused tips, marketing hacks, and even some physical product concepts. Tune in, get inspired, and maybe build something of your own!00:00 Introduction and Importance of Design00:58 Cringe Intro and Episode Overview01:17 Discussing Vulnerability and Idea Generation02:22 The Role of Design in MVPs05:01 Updates and Product Launches05:36 Critique of Levels.io Website08:12 The Importance of Customer Value16:24 Personal Embarrassing Moments22:49 First Idea: Time Zones Converter and Scheduler24:53 Second Idea: YouTube Time Codes for Live Streams27:44 Third Idea: Meeting Room Scheduler31:42 Fourth Idea: Hosting Applications at Low Cost33:55 Fifth Idea: Advanced Grammar Checker37:01 Sixth Idea: Personal Branding on Social Media40:45 Seventh Idea: Content Gap Analysis Tool43:24 Eighth Idea: Airline Complaint Assistant46:44 Ninth Idea: Automatic Screenshot Organizer49:05 Tenth Idea: Custom Minimalistic Maps52:22 Office Snack Subscriptions54:39 Diamond Vlog App56:35 Interactive Polls Everywhere58:18 Burger Talk and Sauces01:03:47 Loop Rabbit: Social Media Reposts01:07:42 Document Collaboration Tool01:09:31 Invoice Sniper for Freelancers01:12:06 Competitor Ad Tracker01:15:29 Logo Lama for Designers01:19:26 Just Cooked: Social Media Roast01:20:09 Gnomey: Your Garden Homie01:22:02 Ant Reviews: Summarizing Product Reviews01:23:20 Competer: AI Autocomplete for Forms01:26:01 Kick the Back: Backlink Marketplace01:29:21 OfficePal: AI-Generated Office Floor Plans01:31:00 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up1 hr 40 min - EP54: 4 Marketing Strategies You Can Use to Grow Your SaaS
Huge thanks to Sentry, LemonSqueezy, MagicSpace SEO, Shipixen, DeskBreak, browser.horse, Email Octopus, Ugly Duckling, Baked Design Studio, PageUI, Crontap, Clobbr, Hunted.Space for making this show happen!
See transcripts and past episodes on morningmakershow.com
Marketing Strategies: From Idea Validation to Choosing Channels
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of marketing strategies with Sandra and Dan. They discuss the journey from waking up inspired and motivated to finding the best channels for your product. They talk about the importance of validating your idea, understanding your target audience, and picking the right marketing channels. They also share their personal experiences with different marketing strategies, including running, making tweets go viral, and using SEO and free tools. Plus, hear about how they built their products around communities and found the right people to help them succeed. All of this, and more, packed into this episode, sponsored by Sentry. So grab a cup of coffee and join the conversation!00:00 Introduction and Morning Motivation00:27 Marketing Strategies Overview01:32 Validating Ideas and Audience Targeting04:40 Real-Life Examples and Success Stories08:00 Challenges and Lessons Learned12:03 Deep Dive into Product Validation19:41 Understanding and Reaching Your Target Audience28:40 Navigating Initial Target Groups29:46 The Pitfalls of Premature Scaling30:44 Learning from Mistakes and Feedback34:26 Choosing the Right Marketing Channels37:05 Building and Leveraging Communities40:51 The Role of SEO and Data-Driven Decisions50:02 Experimenting with Free Tools and Open Source54:45 Wrapping Up: Key Takeaways and Community Support59 min - EP53: Make your own SaaS
Huge thanks to Sentry, LemonSqueezy, MagicSpace SEO, Shipixen, DeskBreak, browser.horse, Email Octopus, Ugly Duckling, Baked Design Studio, PageUI, Crontap, Clobbr, Hunted.Space for making this show happen!
See transcripts and past episodes on morningmakershow.com
26 Ways to Make Your First Internet Dollar (and some crazy stuff with coconuts)
Join Dan and Sandra on this wild episode of the Indie Maker Cheese Show! 🤘 They kick things off with some fun chat about chocolate, coconuts, and the weirdest ways to eat gummy bears (Gummy bear vodka, anyone? 🍸). But the main event? Making your first internet dollar! 💰 They dive into 26 unique and crazy awesome ways to earn online, from SEO tools to niche social networks, including white labeling, job boards, AI tools, and much more. And guess what? They even talk about flipping underperforming businesses! 📈 As always, there's a lot of laughter, a ton of useful advice, and the wonderful community spirit that makes this show so special. Oh, and don't miss the shoutout to their sponsor, Sentry. Make sure you stick around till the end for some heartwarming reflections on the power of indie making!00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter01:24 Healthy Eating and Coconut Obsession03:11 Making Your First Internet Dollar03:56 Success Stories and First Payouts06:41 John Rush's 26 Ways to Make Money07:41 Micro SaaS and Productized Services15:42 Marketplace Platforms and Membership Sites19:41 White Labeling and Selling Data24:40 Affiliate Marketing and Selling Leads28:44 The Value of Domain Names30:06 Investing in Digital Products32:03 On-Demand Services and Niching Down33:54 Creating Job Boards35:23 Crowdsourcing and User-Generated Content37:26 Buying and Flipping Businesses40:37 Developing AI Tools42:48 Microservices and APIs46:11 Influencer Platforms49:18 Building Niche Directories51:11 E-Learning Platforms53:48 Virtual Assistants and No-Code Tools58:52 Final Thoughts and Encouragement1 hr 1 min
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