Michael Lynch

Founder of TinyPilot, a remote computer control device company. Known for his transparent blog posts about the ups and downs of running an indie business.

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Jul 9, 2024 • 1h 40min

Growing and selling an indie business | Michael Lynch (TinyPilot)

Michael Lynch, founder of TinyPilot and a former Google employee, shares his candid journey of bootstrapping an indie hardware business. He discusses the complexities of selling TinyPilot for $600K and the toughest challenges faced during the process. Humorously citing his shift away from hardware, Michael explains the inherent risks and operational hurdles of running a hardware business. He emphasizes the importance of outsourcing, proper delegation, and the emotional journey of finding personal identity post-sale.