Creator Science BONUS: Building Community and Being Acquired (Indie Hackers)
Mar 11, 2021
Courtland Allen, founder of Indie Hackers, a thriving community for creators, shares his insights on building online communities and the journey to financial independence. He discusses the strategic balance between entrepreneurial freedom and community-based business models. Courtland also dives into the challenges of genuine engagement in a digital age, critiques platforms like Clubhouse, and highlights Circle as a revolutionary tool for fostering meaningful connections. His experiences at Stripe add depth to the conversation about community acquisitions and creator monetization.
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Jay's Big Year
- Jay Klaus discusses his biggest year as a creator, hitting six figures and achieving financial independence.
- His community, Unreal Collective, was acquired by Smart Passive Income, leading to a job with Pat Flynn.
Start with Services
- Start with services like freelancing to generate income and build credibility.
- This allows you to scale your time, earning well while creating assets like courses.
Building Unreal Collective
- Jay Klaus started Unreal Collective by offering a free 12-week program to five people.
- He documented their progress, creating social proof for his first paid program.
