#338 - New Name! New Product! New Season!

Indie Founder

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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.

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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.

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