Rogue Startups (RogueStartups)
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| 03 Nov 2023 | RS292: Only the Most Important Things | 00:11:26 | |
Work smarter on things that really matter instead of working harder on things that make no difference. Today Craig talks about what he has learned about prioritizing, focusing, and honing in on tasks that really mean something. Between his professional experiences and input from his business coach, he’s learned that there isn’t a magic fix-all button that will bring in all the customers. Be critical of the time you spend on your business. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. As always, if you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights:
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| 17 Nov 2023 | RS293: The Risk Of Your Brand w/ Ed Freyfogle | 00:39:03 | |
Craig and Ed chat about all things bootstrapping, personal branding, social media, and growth trajectory. They also do a bit of catching up. Ed provides a unique perspective on these topics in addition to trying to convince Craig to move back to Europe. Ed is the co-founder of OpenCage which provides a geocoding API (which converts geographic coordinates to locations around the world). He also organizes Geomob which is an event series (and a podcast) that meets in London, Barcelona, and Berlin. Geomob provides a relaxed forum for geoinnovation and for geospatial enthusiasts. He is also an angel investor (occasionally) whose interests include geo, API-based businesses, developer tools, aggregation, SaaS, and messaging, based out of Berlin, London, and Barcelona. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. As always, if you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights:
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| 27 Nov 2023 | RS294: The Reality Of B2B SaaS Marketing w/ Corey Haines | 00:47:34 | |
On today’s episode, Craig chats with Corey Haines, founder of Conversion Factory. They chat about what it’s really like to be a B2B SaaS owner including how to handle marketing, if it’s necessary to learn the ins and outs of development, and how client work can kick you in the butt so you can stay fresh all the time. Corey Haines is a marketing-first entrepreneur. He aims to help people with exceptional products, services, and content get the attention they deserve. Corey focuses on entrepreneurship, building a portfolio of small bets to optimize for autonomy, mastery, and purpose. He is currently running Conversion Factory, Swipe Files, and SwipeWell. He has worked with dozens of startups on marketing and growth including Cordial, Baremetrics, SavvyCal, Bonsai, Evercast, Riverside.fm, Holloway, Beamer, and Timetastic. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. As always, if you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights:
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| 04 Dec 2023 | RS295: SaaS Sales Masterclass with Matt Wolach | 00:37:45 | |
Matt Wolach is a genius at closing. Today, Craig gets the opportunity to pick Matt’s brain. They chat about why most people don’t close deals and what they can do to fix that. They wax poetic about outbound leads. How do you generate them? Where does it work best? Not to mention, they also talk about their social media processes. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. And as always, if you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights:
Resources:Follow Matt on Twitter/X Connect with Matt on LinkedIn | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | RS296: Creating Great YouTube Hooks with Jake Thomas [YouTube Series] | 00:48:17 | |
Today Craig chats with Jake Thomas from Creator Hooks about what SaaS owners and entrepreneurs can do to catch the eye of possible customers and viewers on YouTube. Jake started his journey to Creator Hooks when he landed his dream job as a marketing manager at a fishing company. There, he learned the most important thing about creating titles and content for YouTube: modeling other successful YouTube videos. In today’s episode, Jake talks about that process as well as the importance of authenticity, posting on different social media platforms, and how to position topics in a way that will draw people in. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. And as always, if you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights:
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| 18 Dec 2023 | RS297: YouTube Channel Teardown with Josh Howard | 00:45:41 | |
Today’s episode is all about YouTube SEO. Craig is joined by Josh Howard, YouTube expert. Josh shares his knowledge about how to rank your video #1, and how to be successful in constructing a dynamic script and structure for your channel and individual videos. He also shows this information in action by analyzing Castos’ YouTube page, as well as Ahrefs’ YouTube channel. Josh Howard started his analytics journey with website SEO before transitioning fully to YouTube. He used his love of math, statistics (and spreadsheets) as a foundation for understanding how to succeed on YouTube. He helps his clients make better content, utilize YouTube in valuable ways, and understand the analytics behind their videos to maximize the performance of their channels. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. As always, if you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights:
Resources:Reach out to Josh on Twitter Connect with Josh on LinkedIn Check out Josh’s personal website | |||
| 25 Dec 2023 | RS298: 3 Steps To Move Your YouTube Channel To The Next Level with Trent Haire | 00:42:38 | |
Trent Haire drops some serious knowledge as he chats with Craig today about the three things that you can do to move your YouTube channel to the next level. Trent has years of experience and has worked with some major YouTubers by helping them go from little to no viewer and subscribers to thousands and even millions. In addition to his tips, they also talk about how B2B YouTube strategies differ from other YouTube channels, the importance of providing value first, and how YouTube stacks up to other social media platforms with shorter content. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. And as always, if you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights:
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| 12 Jan 2024 | RS299: YouTube Scripting Done Right with George Blackman | 00:49:38 | |
George Blackman joins Craig in this installment of the Rogue Startups YouTube series. They chat about scripting episodes and what you can do to prepare yourself for making successful videos. George has had years of experience working with successful YouTubers who have had millions of views on their videos, in part because of George’s scripts. George and Craig also discuss why scripting is important, how to use a teleprompter, and the pros and cons of riffing versus being intentional and planning content. On the topic of AI, they focus on how he utilizes AI for title creation. One example of a prompt being: “I am writing a video based on a topic and a “grand payoff” that I’ll provide below. Based on these two components, what emotional transformation will viewers have experienced by the end? (Related to the Grand Payoff) Question/Topic: [insert here] Grand Payoff: Viewers will understand XYZ.” George is a consulting YouTube scriptwriter based just outside London. He has written scripts for creators like Ali Abdaal, Noah Kagan, Creator Booth, and Mike Shake. His new course (”YouTube Scriptwriter’s Playbook” Course) focuses on systemizing the process of scriptwriting to maximize retention. It starts on January 12th. Join in at a discount by using the code: launch10. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights:
Resources:”YouTube Scriptwriter’s Playbook” Course Discount Code: launch10 Connect with George on Twitter/X | |||
| 19 Jan 2024 | RS300: What’s Killing Google, and Exiting The Startup Phase | 00:22:52 | |
It’s the 300th episode of Rogue Startups, and it’s all about personal updates and professional improvements. Craig talks about where Rogue Startups started and what the future holds for this podcast and podcasting in general. What mediums will everyone gravitate toward this year? Who will win in this cage match between Google, YouTube, AI, SEO, and social media? Craig also talks about where he wants to spend his time and energy in 2024. He has an ambitious but achievable goal of creating and publishing 200 videos on YouTube this year. Not to mention, he dives into this theory on personal engagement and personal content and how those things will change soon as well. Will they be more or less important? Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights:
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| 31 Jan 2024 | RS301: Why Brands Grow with Marc Thomas | 00:47:59 | |
One of the biggest lessons Marc Thomas learned about creating engaging content was the importance of bringing in bits of his personality. Today, Craig talks with Marc Thomas about how he has made a name for himself in the world of content and brand growth. Marc emphasizes what some of us forgot: B2B content has a purpose and we have to know what that purpose is. They also talk about the effectiveness of marketing “best practices,” the importance of transparency, Podia’s biggest marketing push and how it worked, and competitor landing pages. Marc Thomas is the Senior Growth Marketer at Podia. Since 2014, Podia has been committed to building the most creator-friendly tools to help their customers sell online courses, digital downloads, membership subscriptions, and more to their audience. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights:
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| 19 Feb 2024 | RS302: Beyond Content Marketing with Doug Cunnington | 00:53:32 | |
Doug Cunnington is an affiliate marketing, SEO, AI, and content marketing expert. Today, Craig and Doug chat about their experiences as founders and with web content, in hopes that they can learn from each other and pass along some tidbits of info to listeners. AI-generated content is everywhere these days. The content marketing industry is split down the middle: they either embrace it or are pushing back. Is it worth it? Craig and Doug deep dive into their opinions on AI content, how they use it, and what the future of content marketing looks like. They talk about their cadence on YouTube and various other platforms. They also chat about exiting, retirement, and their paths now that they’re getting older. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights:
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| 14 Mar 2024 | RS303: After The Desert | 00:13:33 | |
In this solo episode, Craig talks through a recent mindset shift in the business. Going from Zero to One you need to put out so many fires, and do so many things, and then in the growth phase you’re constantly trying new approaches, channels, messages, and levers. Here in the post-growth, calm phase, Craig’s found it a bit different to balance the Certainty and Uncertainty of running the business. Craig’s also offering one-on-one founder coaching to SaaS founders looking to get from 0 to $3M ARR – head over to craighewitt.me/coaching to find out more and schedule a free consultation. | |||
| 20 Mar 2024 | RS304: What Is Google Doing?! (w/ Spencer Haws) | 00:45:51 | |
The world of SEO is changing at a rapid pace because of AI. How can we keep up? Can you still find, generate, and publish unique content online? The answer is yes. Google says that around 20% of online searches every day are ones they’ve never seen before. Here to talk about all that is SEO and keyword guru, Spencer Haws. In this episode of the Rogue Startups Podcast, Spencer and Craig both talk about how they use AI and how human writers can work with AI-generated content. Spencer also gives his crystal ball prediction of what SEO will look like in the next five years. They also chat about where the platform of podcasting fits in the content world, face-to-face conferences and masterminds, and the reasons to stay with a business after receiving buyout offers. Spencer grew up in Mesa, Arizona, and moved to Richland, Washington. Because of the influence of his entrepreneur father and because he grew up during the dot com boom (and bust), he started dabbling in website creation in 2005. Since then, he has learned how search engine optimization works and how to best build and grow niche websites. The best way to contact Spencer with any questions or comments is here. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights:
Resources:Reach out to Spencer Connect with Spencer on Twitter/X | |||
| 27 Mar 2024 | RS305: Validating SaaS In An Enormous Market w/ Christopher Gimmer | 00:40:44 | |
Is there such a thing as the perfect SaaS business? How are you creating your opportunities? Are you focusing on your end goal for your business? Today, Craig is joined by Christopher Gimmer from Snappa and Good Metrics. Chris talks about his path, which led him to founding multiple businesses and a successful exit. He dives into his decision-making process and how he finds his next big opportunity. As entrepreneurs who have 100% bootstrapped their businesses, Craig and Chris talk about their processes, successes, and lessons they have learned on their journeys. It can be hard to realize, narrow down, and make big-picture decisions for your company, especially if you’ve built it yourself. Yes, it is your baby, but it’s important to realize when to let go and when to grasp new opportunities. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights:
Resources:Find Chris on Twitter/X Nathan Berry’s article, “Direct Sales for Bootstrapped SaaS Startups: from $1,300 to $725,000 MRR” | |||
| 03 Apr 2024 | RS306: YouTube Growth Secrets w/ Aaron Francis | 00:42:33 | |
Making it big on any social media platform can be an arduous journey. You have to worry about your equipment. What looks good? What content is interesting right now? How do I get people to find me? YouTube has its own brand of problems too. How long do you make videos? What should the thumbnail look like? To script or not to script; that is one of many questions. On today’s show, Craig welcomes Aaron Francis, software developer, content creator, and YouTube genius. Craig picks Aaron’s brain about his best practices when it comes to making videos and other content. They talk about what makes YouTube so special in the social media world. Not to mention, Aaron voices his opinion on personal brands. Loyal listeners already know Craig’s opinion. #TeamPersonalBrand Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights:
Resources:Connect with Aaron on Twitter/X | |||
| 10 Apr 2024 | RS307: Doing Less and Doing It Better | 00:18:45 | |
Learning valuable lessons on your journey to success can take a while. Today, Craig shares his insights on this topic as it correlates to Castos and to his goal of creating 200 episodes in 2024. (Spoiler alert: things are going well for him.) Sometimes the hardest thing to do is to say no to something. As entrepreneurs and bootstrappers, we have ambitions and goals, but it’s not always feasible to say yes to everything you want to do. Those of us working in a micro-SaaS business can find more success by niching down and focusing all our efforts on making one great product or service. So… Are you niched down as much as possible? Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights:
Resources:Follow Craig on Twitter/X | |||
| 17 Apr 2024 | RS308: Programmatic SEO with Stuart Brameld | 00:37:44 | |
Creating content that will engage readers and appease the algorithm gods is a difficult task. That’s where Stuart Brameld comes in. He is here today to share his insights on growth, marketing, programmatic SEO, and content creation with Craig and the Rogue Startup listeners. He also talks about how Growth Method can help your company grow and gives tips on how to effectively use AI to help you create perfectly worded web content. What is Growth Method? When should you use AI when creating content? What is programmable SEO? Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! When should you use AI when creating content? What is Growth Method? What is programmable SEO? Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights:
Resources:Reach out to Stuart on Twitter/X Stuart on LinkedIn Follow Craig on Twitter/X | |||
| 24 Apr 2024 | RS309: Growth Fundamentals Most Founders Get Wrong | 00:42:14 | |
Alison French joins Craig behind the mic today to talk about ICP and go-to-market strategy, as well as the challenges that bootstrap founders have. We can all overcome these struggles with the right tools, systems, outlook, and determination. She commiserates with Craig about what bootstrappers have to go through and also gives some great advice for new startups and entrepreneurs. Alison runs a boutique sales and marketing consultancy all around B2B SaaS startups. She is the Marketing Gal who got bit by the revenue bug and became passionate about helping companies scale their revenue by focusing on the intersection of sales and marketing. With over 20 years of experience in the field, she specializes in assisting B2B founders and leaders who venture into new markets. Her ultimate goal is to help you build a robust sales and marketing infrastructure that not only streamlines lead generation but also maximizes your ability to close deals. And the best part? She does all this while keeping your expenses to a minimum. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights:
Resources:Alison French, LinkedIn Follow Craig on Twitter/X | |||
| 01 May 2024 | RS310: Stealing Customers | 00:13:26 | |
In this solo episode Craig talks through a few updates from Castos, how he’s thinking about growth, and where he’s focusing his attention and energy in the business. Craig also gives an update on his personal content: this podcast, his Founder Insights newsletter (check it out at craighewitt.me/join ) and his new 1-on-1 coaching business. Craig’s started coaching founders, 1-on-1, to help them grow, stay sane, and thrive in their business. If you’re a SaaS founder and are looking for a sounding board, someone who’s seen a lot in business, and has your back (through thick and thin) head over to craighewitt.me/coaching to learn more and schedule a free 30-minute session. The coaching has been really rewarding, and is a great way to give back to the founder community that has given him so much. If you’re interested in sponsoring Rogue Startups, hit me up on Twitter/X at twitter.com/thecraighewitt | |||
| 08 May 2024 | RS311: Does Your Business Pass The Test? | 00:45:30 | |
Join Craig as he chats with Dan Andrews, renowned cohost of the Tropical MBA, a weekly podcast dedicated to bootstrapping businesses and entrepreneurship. Dan is also the founder and brains behind Dynamite Circle and Remote First Recruiting. Today, they’re dishing out some expert advice about podcasting, content creation, and strategies for acquiring customers. Tune in to explore Dan’s opinions on the rapid evolution of AI and his tips on building thriving ventures. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights from Craig and Dan’s conversation:
A Little About Dan and TropicalMBA:Tropical MBA started in 2009 when hosts Dan and Ian wanted to meet other entrepreneurs for some celebration and commiseration. Most of their first episodes were just them, sharing what they learned about bootstrapping their own business until they concluded that journey with a multi-seven-figure exit. Both Dan and Ian have moved on to their next projects but continue to talk with entrepreneurs on their show. Links & Mentions from This Episode:Connect with Dan on Twitter/X “Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine” by Mike Michalowicz Check out Matt Paulson’s Twitter/X “Exploitative Play in Live Poker: How to Manipulate your Opponents into Making Mistakes” by Alexander Fitzgerald Rogue Startups Resources:Follow Craig on Twitter/X | |||
| 15 May 2024 | RS312: Hacking LinkedIn | 00:38:19 | |
In today’s episode, Craig is joined by Adam Shaw from Marketing for Founders to talk about precise and overarching marketing strategies. Adam’s expertise lies in navigating Reddit and LinkedIn, two social media platforms that B2B SaaS entrepreneurs often neglect. Together, they explore Adam’s techniques for Reddit, LinkedIn, and broader marketing principles. Should you focus on active marketing or passive marketing? How do you know how much time to put into marketing? What are good marketing strategies for new business owners? Check out this episode for the answers to these questions and more. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights from Craig and Adam’s conversation:
A Little About Adam:Adam’s goal and vision for Marketing for Founders is to help B2B SaaS founders do their own marketing. Links & Mentions from This Episode:Rogue Startups Resources:Follow Craig on Twitter/X | |||
| 22 May 2024 | RS313: Unfair Advantages with Jason Cohen | 00:59:40 | |
This episode is sponsored by ChurnKey: Optimize your company’s retention and supercharge growth with Churnkey. Are you looking to fuel your startup’s revenue growth? Jason Cohen, founder of WP Engine, joins Craig behind the mic on this episode of Rogue Startups. Join Jason and Craig as they delve into strategies for sustained revenue growth, even when certain metrics plateau. Discover the power of pricing strategies and delivering enhanced value propositions to justify premium prices. Learn how diversifying variables beyond product features can make your business highly desirable to your market. Moreover, Jason emphasizes the pivotal role of the community in authentic company development. Uncover the importance of leveraging existing assets and explore his innovative “adjacency matrix” method for strategic expansion. Got any thoughts on our content or ideas for upcoming episodes? Reach out to Craig via email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you’ve found our podcast valuable, don’t hesitate to share it with others. If you could spare a moment, leave us a review on iTunes. We appreciate your support and look forward to connecting again next week! Highlights from Craig and Jason’s conversation:
A Little About Jason:With over 27 years of experience in business and software development, Jason Cohen is the founder of WP Engine where he has served in several roles including CEO, Head of Engineering, Head of Product, and CTO. Jason Cohen is the Chief Innovation Officer at WP Engine, with a focus on the intersection of corporate and technology strategies as well as continue as the company’s executive sponsor for the headless platform, Atlas. Jason is a serial entrepreneur, having built four technology startups to more than $1 million in annual revenue. He is a founding member and mentor at Capital Factory, and was previously a founder of Smart Bear and IT WatchDogs. Jason received the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2017 Central Texas Award for Technology. Links & Mentions from This Episode:Jason on Twitter/X Rogue Startups Resources:Follow Craig on Twitter/X | |||
| 29 May 2024 | RS314: The 8 Attributes Of A Perfect SaaS Business | 00:21:04 | |
Optimize your company’s retention, and supercharge growth with Churnkey. Are you looking to build the perfect SaaS business? Discover the key elements for crafting a thriving SaaS venture in the latest Rogue Startups episode. Craig delves into the success story of Castos, dissecting eight crucial attributes essential for any SaaS business to flourish. Some of these are things Castos has nailed, and others are not. Craig candidly shares insights from personal and professional growth and extensive research. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights from this episode:
Links & Mentions from This Episode:Designing The Ideal Bootstrapped Business – Microconf talk Rogue Startups Resources:Follow Craig on Twitter/X | |||
| 05 Jun 2024 | RS315: $8 LinkedIn Ad Leads | 00:46:53 | |
Optimize your company’s retention, and supercharge growth with Churnkey. In this episode Craig sits down with Matt Hayman from Linklo to talk through how we as SaaS founders can set up cost effective LinkedIn ads. Matt has strong experience in building B2B lead flows for a variety of companies, and out of that experience saw the pain for a more customizable LinkedIn ads experience. In the episode Matt breaks down his formula for a 3-step ad sequence that consistently gets him and his clients leads from LinkedIn for less than $8. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights from Craig and Matt Hayman’s conversation:
A Little About Matt:Matt knows LinkedIn Ads. Founder of Linklo.io. He’s passionate about changing the way agencies and advertisers manage LinkedIn Ads at scale. Links & Mentions from This Episode:Rogue Startups Resources:Follow Craig on Twitter/X | |||
| 12 Jun 2024 | RS316: Getting 100k LinkedIn Followers | 00:43:16 | |
Optimize your company’s retention, and supercharge growth with Churnkey. In today’s episode, Craig welcomes Sam Browne. They take a deep dive into the ever-evolving landscape of LinkedIn, the premier platform for professionals seeking to expand their network and amplify their influence. With Sam’s expert advice and practical tips, they guide listeners through proven strategies for personal branding, lead generation, and relationship building. Tune in as they tackle pressing questions like content recycling, imposter syndrome, and the future of video on LinkedIn. Whether you’re a seasoned LinkedIn aficionado or a newcomer eager to make your mark, this episode promises invaluable insights to propel your career forward. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights from Craig and Sam’s conversation:
A Little About Sam:Sam has over 100,000 followers on LinkedIn. He’s a lifestyle entrepreneur and a growth and income LinkedIn expert. He loves to help entrepreneurs grow their audience and generate income on LinkedIn. He works with clients about anything and everything regarding LinkedIn, from optimizing profiles to creating great content ideas to forming a brand that stands out. Links & Mentions from This Episode:Rogue Startups Resources:Follow Craig on Twitter/X | |||
| 19 Jun 2024 | RS317: Steal My LinkedIn Growth Strategy | 00:18:45 | |
This episode is sponsored by Clearly Design. Francois and his team at Clearly Design are absolute geniuses of UI, UX, and design. If you’re looking to level up your design, UI, and UX give Clearly Design a try If you’re running a B2B business today, chances are that LinkedIn is a fantastic growth opportunity for you, and your business. But if you’re looking at the vastness of how to grow your audience (and business) on LinkedIn, and feel overwhelmed, you’re in luck. In this solo episode I’m breaking down my entire LinkedIn content and growth strategy. You can take and implement this strategy to grow your personal brand, get more exposure of your message to your Ideal Customer Persona, and get highly qualified leads for your business as a result. | |||
| 03 Jul 2024 | RS318: LinkedIn Content That Converts | 00:44:17 | |
Clearly Design works in every aspect from branding to marketing, from product to promotion. Go to Clearly.Design for a discount on his monthly design subscription service. Today Craig is chatting with Nemanja Zivkovic about conversion on LinkedIn. This is the crux of LinkedIn for a lot of us, as B2B SaaS founders, especially indie or bootstrapped businesses. So how do you find opportunities on LinkedIn for you? How do you use LinkedIn to drive more engagement, resulting in deals and dollars? Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights from Craig and Nemanja’s conversation:
A Little About Nemanja:Nemanja started as a strategist and began with a startup where he served as CMO, repeating this role across various sectors. His experience spans from COO roles with heightened responsibilities to founding his company in 2020. This diverse exposure has shaped his unique perspective on B2B growth, blending B2C insights to fill industry gaps. Links & Mentions from This Episode:Rogue Startups Resources:Follow Craig on Twitter/X | |||
| 17 Jul 2024 | RS319: Mastering LinkedIn Video Content | 00:50:21 | |
Clearly Design works in every aspect from branding to marketing, from product to promotion. Go to Clearly.Design for a discount on his monthly design subscription service. Tell him that Rogue Startups sent you. Danny DelVecchio joins Craig today to discuss creating, posting, and uploading video content on LinkedIn. In today’s conversation, you’ll discover how to overcome challenges in creating compelling video content, even if you lack confidence on camera. Uncover the essentials of selecting the right gear to kickstart your video journey and crafting timeless content across various platforms. Gain insights into balancing visual appeal with clear messaging and discover influential LinkedIn users worth following. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights from Craig and Danny’s conversation:
A Little About Danny:Danny elevated founders with social video. He is also a father, husband, business owner, and coach. Links & Mentions from This Episode:Rogue Startups Resources:Follow Craig on Twitter/X | |||
| 24 Jul 2024 | RS320: The Psychology of Sales | 00:43:26 | |
Clearly Design works in every aspect from branding to marketing, from product to promotion. Go to Clearly.Design for a discount on his monthly design subscription service. Tell him that Rogue Startups sent you. What gets someone to buy our products or services? How do you make LinkedIn a meaningful sales channel? In today’s discussion, Craig speaks with LinkedIn expert Ryan Musselman on optimizing your LinkedIn presence. Ryan highlights the importance of focusing on and mastering a single platform for maximum impact. Understanding effective methods to connect with a broad audience is crucial for achieving your strategic goals. LinkedIn offers excellent opportunities to engage with your target demographic. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights from Craig and Ryan’s conversation:
A Little About Ryan:Ryan Musselman is the founder of Coaches who Close. CwC equip coaches to close, scale, and enterprise with new clients, content engines, and constant lead flow. Links & Mentions from This Episode:Rogue Startups Resources:Follow Craig on Twitter/X Craig on LinkedIn | |||
| 31 Jul 2024 | RS321: B2B Lead Gen on LinkedIn | 00:47:30 | |
If there’s one thing Craig loves more than podcasting, it’s sales. In this episode, he shares his enthusiasm with tech sales coach Peter Ahn. They discuss everything from bridging the gap between creating content and driving leads to the importance of being genuine and authentic. Peter drops plenty of knowledge bombs, so grab a chair, take out a notebook, and jot down some great tips from this episode of the Rogue Startups podcast. Highlights from Craig and Peter’s conversation:
A Little About Peter:Peter is a Korean-American tech sales coach and former VP with experience at Twingate, Front, Slack, Dropbox, and Google, he is passionate about sharing his authentic experience as an Asian-American while helping others find their own unique sales voice. Peter knows that sales is becoming increasingly difficult, so developing an “edge” or advantage requires combining effective skills and confidence in one’s identity. He coaches on both of those topics. Links & Mentions from This Episode:Rogue Startups Resources:Follow Craig on Twitter/X Craig on LinkedIn | |||
| 07 Aug 2024 | RS322: Marketing, in 2 hours a week | 00:16:17 | |
In this episode Craig descirbes his current SaaS marketing approach. Balancing Active and Passive marketing, he’s got his marketing time down to just a few hours a week. Using a video-first, AI-assisted workflow he’s reaching his target market, educating his prospective customers, and building goodwill in the community. | |||
| 14 Aug 2024 | RS323: Breaking Through Plateaus with Josh Ho | 00:51:33 | |
Today on the Rogue Startups Podcast, Craig chats with Josh Ho from Referral Rock about the peaks and valleys of being a founder. When is the right time to sell? Is there ever a right time? How do you break through a plateau in your business growth? How do you switch from wearing your visionary hat to your marketing and sales hat? They also do a deep dive into when and how you should go about delegating tasks so you can focus on more important things. Josh built Referral Rock from the ground up. Referral Rock helps customers run end-to-end referral programs with frictionless sharing, nudge reminders, and rewards customers actually care about. They help bring in more referrals from happy customers — through a remarkable referral experience — without the pain of building & tracking it all yourself. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights from Craig and Josh’s conversation:
Links & Mentions from This Episode:Rogue Startups Resources:Follow Craig on Twitter/X Craig on LinkedIn | |||
| 21 Aug 2024 | RS324: $100 Million Bootstrapped SaaS with Adam Robinson | 00:41:34 | |
In this episode of the Rogue Startups podcast, Craig sits down with Adam Robinson to explore key topics such as founder psychology, overcoming self-limiting beliefs, and avoiding self-sabotage. They delve into how to identify and break free from the plateau and gradual decline that can occur when you believe you have achieved product-market fit but haven’t. Adam, who has built multiple successful businesses, shares his valuable insights and practical tips with Craig. Don’t miss out—tune in to gain actionable advice from an experienced entrepreneur! Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights from Craig and Adam’s conversation:
A Little About Adam:Adam is the CEO of Retention.com. Retention.com is the industry-leading Shopify e-commerce solution for increasing revenue. They enable email-based retargeting so brands can re-engage lapped audiences and grow their email lists for the future. On the outside, Retention.com is a magic wand that makes money fall from the sky. He also runs RB2B, a website that helps identify your anonymous website visitors. Links & Mentions from This Episode:Rogue Startups Resources:Follow Craig on Twitter/X Craig on LinkedIn | |||
| 30 Aug 2024 | RS325: Stuck? Ask Yourself These 3 Questions | 00:10:00 | |
Are you a SaaS founder feeling stuck, unmotivated, or unsure about your next move? In this video, I dive into three powerful questions that can help you break through mental barriers and gain clarity on your business’s direction. These thought-provoking questions will challenge you to confront hard truths, think like an outsider, and tap into your own wisdom. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, these insights will help you refocus and reinvigorate your entrepreneurial journey. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a fresh perspective on your SaaS business! | |||
| 04 Sep 2024 | RS326: 5 Things Most Founders Struggle With | 00:19:12 | |
Today’s a solo episode with Craig where he’s talking through the 5 common topics and themes that he helps most of his coaching clients through. Whether it’s through his 1:1 coaching with private clients or in serving as Advisor In Residence at TinySeed, where he’s advised over 50 SaaS founders, a few common patterns have emerged. These topics include:
Most important thing to remember from this is that being a founder is tough, but you are not alone. Text a friend, join a community, get a coach, but somehow build that support network around yourself so that you can thrive as a founder to grow your business. If you’re interested in learning more about my one-on-one founder coaching head over to craighewitt.me/coaching – I offer free 30 minute consultation sessions, and if we’re a good fit to work together we can go from there. | |||
| 11 Sep 2024 | RS327: 3 Traits Of Successful Founders w/ Rob Walling | 00:44:07 | |
Craig has TinySeed’s Rob Walling in the hot seat today. They’re chatting about defining, attaining, and maintaining success. What does success mean to you? How do focus, clarity, and execution fit into it? Rob, a leading founder and one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the SaaS industry, shares his expert advice and insights on achieving success. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights from Craig and Rob’s conversation:
A Little About Rob:Rob Walling is the founder of TinySeed, host of Startups For The Rest Of Us, and of MicroConf. Rob has bootstrapped multiple startups to exit, most recently Drip. He has been advising, mentoring, and investing in startups for more than a decade. He has also written The SaaS Playbook which aims to help entrepreneurs strategize and build frameworks from the trenches so they can grow successful SaaS companies. Links & Mentions from This Episode:Rogue Startups Resources:Follow Craig on Twitter/X Craig on LinkedIn | |||
| 18 Sep 2024 | RS328: Are you Productive or Effective as a founder? | 00:14:27 | |
Running a business is both incredibly rewarding and exhausting. Over the years, I’ve experienced highs of motivation and productivity, but I’ve also hit those low points, battling burnout and loneliness. In this post, I want to share some of the habits, strategies, and mindset shifts that have helped me stay in the game and maintain the discipline and accountability necessary to keep moving forward. If you’re a founder—or on any long-term entrepreneurial journey—I hope these insights can help you do the same. The Isolation of Being a FounderBeing a single founder can be a lonely journey. For me, working from home, with my wife and kids out for the day, often leaves me in the company of my dog and cats. While solitude has its perks, isolation can be damaging to both motivation and productivity.
Accountability: The Secret Weapon for Consistent ProgressOne of the biggest myths in entrepreneurship is the idea of the “solopreneur” doing everything on their own. The reality? Success comes from being accountable, whether it’s to your team or an external source.
Daily Structure for Focus and EfficiencyOne simple habit that has had a huge impact on my productivity is making a list of three things I need to get done each day. I literally put the notebook on my keyboard so it’s the first thing I see before starting my day. These can be small tasks, but they are important things that move the needle. I prefer to write the list in the morning so I have a fresh perspective on what matters most that day. This simple act keeps me focused on what’s essential, rather than getting distracted by Slack or email first thing in the morning. It’s about prioritizing effectiveness over productivity—doing what matters most rather than just doing more things. Sharing Your WorkAnother aspect of accountability that I’ve found useful is sharing my work with my team. Whether it’s a new YouTube video or an internal operations playbook, I post it in Slack for feedback and accountability. It not only helps me feel more productive, but it also fosters a sense of friendly competition among my team. Avoiding Negati... | |||
| 25 Sep 2024 | How To Hire For Growth | 00:14:20 | |
In this episode of Rogue Startups, I dug into several pressing questions from the community. From knowing when to pull the plug on a marketing channel to the debate around hiring for support versus sales, we covered ground that matters deeply to founders and entrepreneurs. Here’s a breakdown of the key takeaways that can help you level up your startup game. 1. When Should You Know if a Channel is Working?A common dilemma many founders face is determining whether a new marketing channel is working. If you’ve ever wondered how long you should invest in a channel before calling it quits, you’re not alone. Here’s how I break it down:
For example, if you’re working on LinkedIn, impressions tell you whether your content is even being seen. Engagement and DM conversations are steps that follow, but focusing on what starts the funnel will help you decide if you should stick with it. 2. The Support, Success, or Sales DilemmaAnother big question I often get asked is, “How do I know whether I need to hire for support, sales, or customer success?” This decision depends largely on where your business is in its growth stage and the roles you want to fill.
I suggest founders think about these roles in terms of function and their contribution to revenue growth. Where is the biggest gap in your customer journey? 3. Focus on Customers and Revenue-Generating ActivitiesAs entrepreneurs, it’s easy to get bogged down in tasks that feel productive but don’t directly drive growth. One of my favorite principles to live by is focusing on activities closest to your customers and revenue.
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| 09 Oct 2024 | RS330: Product-Led Playbook with Wes Bush | 00:47:52 | |
Wes Bush is a leading authority on product-led growth (PLG) and is here to guide Craig through the playbook for implementing product-led strategies in your business. This episode is invaluable for entrepreneurs eager to understand how product-led growth works, as well as those skeptical about its effectiveness. Listeners will gain insights into the product-led mindset and methodology that Wes employs for successful PLG implementation. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights from Craig and Wes’ conversation:
A Little About Wes:Wes is an entrepreneur, author, and product-led coach. Over 500,000 people have read his Product-Led Growth book and listened to the ProductLed Podcast. Links & Mentions from This Episode:“Why Nations Fail” by Daron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson Rogue Startups Resources:Follow Craig on Twitter/X Craig on LinkedIn | |||
| 18 Dec 2024 | RS331: I'm Still Here... | 00:09:23 | |
After a 2+ month hiatus, we're back! Sorry for the pause in episodes, but thank you for tuning in this week. In this episode I talk through why the forever long break in the podcast, what I've learned in that time, and where things are with me and the business. But most of all, I want to hear from you...what do you want out of this podcast. | |||
| 25 Dec 2024 | RS332: Competing with Stripe and Hubspot (ft. Geoff Roberts) | 00:39:14 | |
Hey everyone! Just had an awesome chat with Geoff Roberts from Outseta (outseta.com). They're doing something pretty wild - basically smashing together Stripe and HubSpot into one platform for subscription businesses. How cool is that? Quick Hits: Best Parts of the Convo: Where They're Headed: Real talk: This episode is perfect if you're building a SaaS company or thinking about bundling multiple tools together. Geoff drops some serious knowledge about what it's actually like in the trenches. Check them out at outseta.com if you want to see what they're building! #SaaS #Startups #Entrepreneurship | |||
| 01 Jan 2025 | RS333: Grading My Business (and yours!) | 00:22:03 | |
In this New Year's Eve 2024 episode, we dive into a framework for evaluating SaaS businesses across eight crucial criteria. Instead of doing a typical year-in-review or making predictions, we explore how to assess the fundamental strength and potential of your business. Episode Highlights Craig grades Castos (podcast hosting platform) across eight key criteria for evaluating SaaS businesses: 1. Pricing (6/10) 2. Churn (9/10) 3. Payment Processing Integration (4/10) 4. Switching Costs (6/10) 5. Technical Advantages 6. Expansion Revenue (3/10) 7. Established Market Need (10/10) 8. Customer Acquisition (6/10) Key Takeaways - Overall Business Grade: B (maybe 80/100) Looking Forward Future episodes will mix personal insights about founding and running a business with interviews featuring successful founders. | |||
| 08 Jan 2025 | RS334: How AI Saves Me 10 Hours A Week | 00:15:51 | |
Today, I’m kicking off a series on AI—how I’m using it personally and professionally to grow my business, make life easier, and operate at a higher level. Over the next few episodes, I’ll be chatting with folks about the real ways they’re using AI in their businesses. If you’re interested in joining the conversation, hit me up (details below). But for now, here’s a breakdown of how I’m incorporating AI into my own work. Key Ways I’m Using AI in My Business
Takeaways and VisionAI is transforming the way we work, and I’m all in on finding ways to integrate it into every aspect of my business. It’s not just about saving time; it’s about leveling up and creating systems that make the impossible possible. I’m inspired by the idea of building something like an 8-person, $10M business with AI at its core. That’s where I’m headed—and I want to bring you along. Resources and Links from This Episode
Want to Share Your AI Story?I’m looking for guests to share how they’re using AI in their businesses. If you’ve got some great examples or unique insights, reach out to me:
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| 22 Jan 2025 | RS335: Evaluating AI Model Performance with Stuart Grey | 00:47:06 | |
In today’s episode of Rogue Startups, Craig sits down with AI expert Dr. Stuart Grey to discuss how AI is transforming both his personal and professional life. Dr. Grey also shares how he educates his students and clients on AI applications. He believes AI will play a pivotal role in all of our futures, and while there may be hesitations, AI can be harnessed to create high-quality content and drive innovation.
Over the next few episodes, I’ll be chatting with folks about the real ways they’re using AI in their businesses. If you’re interested in joining the conversation, hit me up (details below). But for now, here’s a breakdown of how I’m incorporating AI into my own work. Highlights from Craig and Stuart’s conversation:
Takeaways and Vision AI is integrating into our daily lives and everyone needs to learn how to leverage this powerful technology to save time and enhance productivity. Whether you’re just starting or an established professional, understanding how to work alongside AI-powered tools is key to staying ahead in your career. Resources and Links from This Episode
Want to Share Your AI Story? I’m looking for guests to share how they’re using AI in their businesses. If you’ve got some great examples or unique insights, reach out to me: | |||
| 29 Jan 2025 | RS336: Claude Project Deep Dive with Alison French | 00:47:43 | |
On today’s episode of Rogue Startups, Craig continues his AI series with founder, marketer, and Claude-user Alison French. They discuss the hesitation creators feel when working alongside AI and what Alison did to overcome that hurdle. Since then, she’s taught herself how to use Claude.ai in her creative and professional work. AI is a tool that everyone has to learn how to use. If you feel our podcast has benefited you and might benefit someone else, please share it with them. Also, if you have a chance, please give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week! Highlights from Craig and Alison’s conversation:
Takeaways and Vision Balancing the importance of human connection with the ability to express your individuality and be yourself is even more possible in this AI era. Adopting and embracing technology and AI in your personal and professional lives can help save you time and free up some creative energy for being social, innovative, and expressing yourself. AI will give you the time to do the work to open yourself up to having personal experiences. Resources and Links from This Episode
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| 05 Feb 2025 | RS337: Building AI Native SaaS w/ Jordan Gal | 00:48:06 | |
Today, Craig chats with Jordan Gal from Rosie about starting a business centered solely on AI. While many of us use AI to help with our work tasks and streamline certain jobs, Jordan’s whole business is AI. They discuss how you and your customers can use AI, what it’s like to start a company right now, and what AI is doing to SaaS. Rosie creates a new option for small businesses. Previously, the only way to handle phone calls during work hours was through voicemail or an answering service. Rosie offers a new option in that market: an AI can answer the phone for you and handle the tasks needed for these calls, whether it’s taking messages, sending messages out, or talking to clients. Highlights from Craig and Jordan’s conversation:
Takeaways and Vision:Everything in technology is time-sensitive because tech improves and evolves so fast. Rosie shows us that AI can do much more than just answer questions, run some numbers, and analyze data. Whether you’re using AI to help your business run better, or if you’re creating the next AI tool, now is the time to embrace this technology. Resources and Links from This Episode:
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| 26 Feb 2025 | RS338: Balancing Your Use of AI with Aaron Francis | 00:52:12 | |
Ever wonder what's happening behind the scenes when your dev team says they're "leveraging AI"? As a non-technical founder, you don't need to understand every line of code, but knowing how AI is actually being used in your business is becoming essential. Today I'm sitting down with Aaron Francis, who pulls back the curtain on AI in development work. We'll explore the surprising differences between how veterans and newcomers in the field are using these tools, the common pitfalls teams fall into, and the unexpected ways AI is transforming how products get built. Whether you're trying to speak your developer's language or just want to ensure your company is using AI effectively, this conversation will give you the insights you need.
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| 05 Mar 2025 | RS339: AI Skeptic, or Believer | 00:47:49 | |
In today’s episode, Craig chats with Anthony Eden from DNSimple about how they use AI in their businesses and their personal lives. As early skeptics of AI, they do a deep dive into what made them change their minds, what AI does for them, and how it might actually be holding people back. Like the internet, AI is a powerful tool people can use to make their lives better. They also chat about what it’s like to raise kids as entrepreneurs. Has their influence improved or hindered their children’s lives? Not to mention, how do they balance their work life and personal life and is AI helping them with that balance? Anthony Eden is the creator and founder of DNSimple. He has been developing web applications since the early days of the web (1995) using Ruby, Erlang, Golang, and other languages. He used to publish a podcast called the Strong Businesses Podcast with Steven Bristol. He also published a mostly weekly podcast of progressive dance music over at theministerprime.com. He also produces tracks which can be found on SoundCloud. Highlights from Craig and Anthony’s conversation:
Takeaways and Vision:How do you take a non-native AI solution and adapt it to a solution for your customers, your team, and your business? As a founder and entrepreneur, how you use AI in your business is important. Not only do you have to pay attention to what information you are getting from AI, but how it is affecting your productivity overall. Resources and Links from This Episode: | |||
| 19 Mar 2025 | RS340: Is AI Killing SaaS w/ Tim Schumacher | 00:43:00 | |
In this episode of Rogue Startups, Craig sits down with founder and entrepreneur Tim Schumacher to discuss his insights on AI, the future of SaaS, and what makes a company successful. In 2001, Tim co-founded Sedo.com, the world's largest domain marketplace. Since selling the company, he’s been active as an Entrepreneur and/or Investor in various start-ups, such as Eyeo (makers of Adblock Plus), Ecosia, Hitfox, Aklamio, Miomente, PiwikPro, BasicThinking, Home, Zolar, Joblift, SaaS.group, and others. Highlights from Craig and Tim’s conversation:
Resources and Links Mention in This Episode:If you feel like Rogue Startups has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Feel free to reach out to me:
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| 26 Mar 2025 | RS341: Microconf 2025 Recap | 00:17:48 | |
Craig recaps his biggest takeaways from MicroConf 2025, reflecting on lessons in positioning, lead generation, conference ROI, and the power of going all in on what’s working. From tactical marketing insights to personal reflections, this episode delivers both strategic clarity and founder fuel. | |||