In this engaging discussion, Steph Smith, an indie creator and former Trends analyst, dives into the world of 'companies of one' achieving million-dollar success. She examines innovative strategies from solo entrepreneurs like BuiltWith.com and Nugget Comfort, which thrived with minimal staffing. Steph shares insights on unique revenue sharing models and the potential for new business opportunities in the public domain. The conversation highlights how creativity and data-driven approaches can lead to substantial financial rewards in today's market.
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BuiltWith's Success
BuiltWith, a website that identifies website components and plugins, makes millions.
It's surprisingly run by one person in Australia.
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Ugmonk's Millions
Ugmonk, a simple e-commerce store selling high-quality t-shirts and productivity items, thrives.
Run by Jeff Sheldon, it generates millions annually with minimal staff.
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Carrd's ARR
Carrd, a simple one-page website builder, earns $1 million in annual recurring revenue.
Created and run by AJ, Carrd recently raised funding to scale further.
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Doing Content Right is a detailed resource for writers aiming to succeed in the online content space. The book, written by Steph Smith, covers all aspects necessary for building a successful blog or online presence, including SEO basics, content distribution, monetization strategies, and avoiding common mistakes. It includes additional resources such as recorded lessons, printable exercises, a community of creators, and a quiz to test knowledge. The guide is highly recommended for both new and experienced writers looking to improve their writing, processes, and engagement with their audience.
Winnie-The-Pooh
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Published in 1926, Winnie-the-Pooh is a beloved children's book written by A.A. Milne and illustrated by E.H. Shepard. The book follows the adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh, a honey-loving bear, and his friends including Christopher Robin, Piglet, Eeyore, Owl, Rabbit, Kanga, and Roo in the fictional Hundred Acre Wood. The stories are simple yet full of comic moments and insights into human behavior, making it a classic that appeals to readers of all ages.
Sam Parr (@theSamParr) sits down with Steph Smith (@StephSmithio), indie creator and host of the "Sh*t You Didn't Learn in School" podcast, to talk about companies with only one employee that are making millions and what we can learn from them.
My First Million 
