Morning Maker Show EP56: $4M ARR with ChatBase with Yasser
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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 Hire 00:22 Meet the Founder: Yasser's Journey 01:08 The Birth of Chatbase 02:22 Early Challenges and AI Integration 05:33 Going Viral: The Power of Social Media 06:55 Navigating Reddit and Marketing Strategies 09:36 Adapting to Customer Needs 13:15 Marketing Evolution: From Organic to Paid 20:33 Handling Competition and Copycats 27:08 Lessons from Past Projects 33:03 The Role of Luck in Success 35:20 Balancing Responsibilities and Sacrifices 37:13 Phases of Life and Work 38:30 The Vision for the Future 40:52 The Decision to Sell or Keep Building 43:37 Product Hunt Launch Strategy 46:31 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 53:48 Building a Brand with Customer Love 55:02 Closing Thoughts and Farewell