Starter Story I Make $250K/Month From 20 Apps | Starter Story
Aug 28, 2025
John Rush, a savvy entrepreneur running over 20 businesses, shares insights on his journey from venture capital to bootstrapping success. He reveals his innovative 'co-maker' strategy for app development and offers tips on securing lucrative B2B deals. John discusses the integration of AI in marketing to boost engagement and revenue while outlining his tech stack and profit margins. He emphasizes the importance of user feedback and collaborative relationships in developing successful products, making this conversation a goldmine for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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Buying A Business To Learn Bootstrapping
- John bought Unicorn Platform for nearly $1M and the founder mentored him for a year.
- That purchase jump-started his shift from VC to bootstrapped indie maker.
Validate Before You Build
- Validate with your own pain: talk about it online and build a waitlist before coding.
- Offer presales and only build an MVP after getting at least five paid commitments.
Ship Manual First, Automate Later
- Deliver the solution manually first and iterate until customers are satisfied.
- Use manual delivery to refine the offering before automating or coding.