#331 - Unlocking Organic Growth: The Hidden Tool Transforming Businesses

#331 - Unlocking Organic Growth: The Hidden Tool Transforming Businesses

Author: Tiago Ferreira March 25, 2024 Duration: 24:01

I'm happy to share some personal updates and entrepreneurial insights. Lately, I've discovered Apollo, a networking tool that's completely revolutionized the way I connect with others. Our Website was completely down for a complete 30 min and I have never beens this stressed XD And to continue this stressing week we decided to increase Podsqueeze prices! Get ready for a very packed episode!


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Timestamps

Audiobooks and Entrepreneurship (00:00:11)

Tiago discusses his preference for audiobooks over physical books and the complexity of entrepreneurship.


Discovering Apollo (00:02:22)

Tiago shares his discovery of Apollo, a tool for finding and reaching out to potential clients, and its impact on his and his wife's entrepreneurial endeavors.


Technical Issue with Website Hosting (00:12:02)

Tiago recounts the technical issue with his website hosting service, the downtime experienced, and his decision to switch to a different hosting provider.


Pricing Changes (00:16:49)

Tiago explains the decision to increase the prices of Podsqueeze, the impact on customer conversion, and the strategic considerations behind the pricing changes.


Selling the business (00:22:10)

Discussion on selling the business, organic growth, and profitability.


Upcoming interviews (00:23:06)

Announcement of upcoming interviews with Dagobert and Rob Walling, and wishes for entrepreneurial success.


Tiago Ferreira is a full-time builder, an Indie Founder who operates without venture capital, turning ideas into revenue-generating startups entirely on his own terms. This podcast is the audio journal of that specific journey, focused on the craft of entrepreneurship and the tangible goal of hitting $100,000 in annual recurring revenue. You’ll hear Tiago’s own candid reflections-the wins, the setbacks, and the daily lessons learned while bootstrapping. The conversations extend beyond his own desk, featuring interviews with other entrepreneurs who understand the grind of building something from nothing. It’s a deep dive into the practical realities of independent creation, from product development and marketing to mindset and sustainable growth. Tuning into this podcast feels like getting real talk from a fellow maker who’s in the trenches, making it a valuable companion for anyone navigating the often solitary path of building a business with autonomy at its core. The focus remains squarely on actionable insights and shared experiences within the indie maker community.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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