Indie Founder #2.1 - New Name! New Product! New Season!
I discuss the evolution of my podcast and why It went from "The Wannabe Entrepreneur" to "Indie Founder." I introduce Flarecut, my new AI tool that helps create short videos. I reflect on its market reception so far and why it might be failing.
Mentions
Podsqueeze (00:06:41) - https://podsqueeze.com
Flarecut (00:12:52) - https://flarecut.com
Auto Shorts (00:16:16) - https://autoshorts.com
Indie Maker Merch (00:24:57) - https://indiemakermerch.com
Timestamps
Introduction to Season Two (00:00:00)
Tiago welcomes listeners to the new season, introducing himself as a Portuguese indie maker and founder.
Rebranding the Podcast (00:01:14)
He explains the decision to rename the podcast from "The Wannabe Entrepreneur" to "Indie Founder."
Reflecting on Self-Confidence (00:02:29)
Tiago discusses how the previous name reflected a lack of self-confidence and his journey towards self-acceptance.
The Journey of Becoming an Entrepreneur (00:03:30)
He shares his transition from a traditional job to becoming a full-time entrepreneur.
The Evolution of the Podcast (00:04:30)
Tiago reflects on the podcast's growth and the importance of its new name in his entrepreneurial journey.
Introducing Podsqueeze (00:05:39)
He introduces his current product, Podsqueeze, and its initial success in gaining traction.
Challenges with Podsqueeze Growth (00:06:41)
Tiago explains the stagnation in growth experienced with Podsqueeze after initial success.
Reigniting Passion for Podsqueeze (00:08:51)
He discusses efforts to reignite enthusiasm for Podsqueeze amidst challenges.
Collaborative Discussions with Co-Founder (00:09:55)
Tiago shares his conversations with his co-founder about motivation and exploring new projects.
The Birth of Flarecut (00:11:01)
He describes the ideation process for their new product, Flarecut, aimed at video creation.
Developing Flarecut (00:12:52)
Tiago outlines the development process and collaboration with their developer for Flarecut.
Initial Launch and Market Response (00:15:12)
He discusses the soft launch of Flarecut and the disappointing initial traction it received.
Comparing Flarecut and Podsqueeze (00:17:16)
Tiago reflects on the differences in traction between Flarecut and Podsqueeze.
Marketing Loop Concept (00:19:23)
He explains the marketing loop concept and its importance for product growth.
SEO Insights from Podsqueeze (00:22:45)
Tiago shares lessons learned about SEO from Podsqueeze and its potential impact on Flarecut's growth.
Flarecut Growth Strategy (00:23:53)
Tiago discusses the strategy for increasing visibility and growth for Flarecut over the next couple of months.
Product Feedback Invitation (00:24:20)
He invites listeners to try Flarecut for free and provide feedback on their experience with the product.
Indie Founder Season Launch (00:24:40)
Announcement of the first episode of the new season of the podcast, now titled "Indie Founder."
Merch Store Promotion (00:24:57)
Tiago promotes his new merch store, featuring indie maker-themed apparel and accessories to support the podcast.
Future Merch Ideas (00:25:20)
He considers creating additional merchandise specifically branded with the "Indie Founder" name for fans.
Social Media Engagement (00:25:40)
Tiago encourages listeners to reach out to him on Twitter for feedback and engagement, fostering community interaction.