Episode 769 | Key Insights from MicroConf 2025 in New Orleans

Episode 769 | Key Insights from MicroConf 2025 in New Orleans

Author: Rob Walling April 8, 2025 Duration: 30:53
Did you miss out on MicroConf US in New Orleans? In episode 769, Rob Walling welcomes Derrick Reimer back to share highlights from MicroConf New Orleans. They dive into the event's vibrant atmosphere, standout founder talks, and the energizing mix of new and familiar faces that made this gathering in the Big Easy truly special. Topics we cover:  (1:40) – MicroConf New Orleans audience breakdown (5:50) – Upcoming MicroConf events (9:05) – 5 Lessons That Exits Teach Us About Running Our Business (12:35) – Anthony Pierri’s talk about homepage positioning (15:16) – 4 New Orleans excursions (17:17) – Talks on copywriting, pricing, and LinkedIn outreach (25:57) – Reviewing attendee feedback Links from the Show:  MicroConf Connect Applications Open Until April 9th MicroConf Growth Retreat MicroConf Europe 2025 MicroConf Remote Exit Strategy by Sherry Walling, PhD & Rob Walling Derrick Reimer (@derrickreimer) | X Derrick Reimer(@derrickreimer.com) | Bluesky SavvyCal Episode 737 | Key Takeaways from MicroConf Europe 2024 (With Derrick Reimer) Anthony Pierri (@apierriPMM) | X Lianna Patch (@punchlinecopy.com) | Bluesky Street Pricing by Marcos Rivera Episode 765 | TinySeed Tales s4e9: Making the hardest decision If you have questions about starting or scaling a software business that you’d like for us to cover, please submit your question for an upcoming episode. We’d love to hear from you! Subscribe & Review: iTunes | Spotify

Rob Walling hosts Startups For the Rest of Us, a long-running conversation focused squarely on the realities of building a company without massive venture funding. This isn't about Silicon Valley fairy tales; it's a practical, ground-level view of entrepreneurship. Each episode delves into the specific journeys of founders who are starting, acquiring, or growing their SaaS businesses, emphasizing the path of bootstrapping. You'll hear the unvarnished details-the strategic decisions, the unexpected obstacles, and the hard-won victories that define the daily life of a founder. The discussions are built on real stories, offering tangible lessons from both struggle and success. For anyone who has ever felt that the typical startup narrative doesn't reflect their own resource-constrained reality, this podcast provides a necessary and relatable perspective. It’s a deep resource for actionable advice and genuine camaraderie, connecting you with the experiences of those navigating the same challenging terrain. Tune in for honest conversations that cut through the hype and focus on building sustainable businesses.
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