If you're a non-technical founder, creating & launching your own software can seem daunting or even "magical" at some level. But it isn't. I brought on Brian Childress to dig into this concept, and we also discussed many other things such as: What is "technical debt?" What can non-technical founders do to get started? Simplicity in software reigns How to combat freelancer & agency deception Links for episode: https://brianchildress.co App Launch Academy: https://academy.dappermobileapps....
Nov 30, 2023•44 min
We all can drag our feet on things at times...it happens. But how can you break out of that? How can you recognize that it is happening in the first place and what are some practical steps you can take to break free from that place? I break down a simple and easy-to-follow 3 step process I've used myself and I teach people to use when this procrastination and dragging of feet creeps up in your life and business.
Nov 25, 2023•9 min
This week I'm joined by Jon Pethke, the creator and founder of the CoyAMore app. Check out Jon's story with bringing this app idea to life - in a very competitive niche mind you - and the ups, downs and everything in between involved in the launch and growing of this app business. Check out the CoyAMore app here: https://coyamore.com
Nov 22, 2023•44 min
Why are we so hooked on technology in the first place? Why do we create tech? What should it achieve? AI is just a systemic repeat of the computer/cell phone age that increased our output per person 5x-8x. Did we at least get 5x the time or money this technology promised? Get more from Emanuel here: https://emanuelrose.com
Nov 16, 2023•56 min
Why don’t we use AI first for solutions of our human-centric basic needs and get us 5x more time and money first before we amplify systems efficiency and make us better worker bees? Humanity is waking up, that's why all systems crumble. We are one human family. We created systems to serve us not vice versa.
Nov 09, 2023•59 min
This has been the year of AI explosion and proliferation, but what comes next? Is AI going to replace your job? Is it going to replace your business? Let's find out. Links from episode: LaunchPad: https://launchpadproject.net Wake Up Warrior: www.wakeupwarriorchallenge.com
Oct 26, 2023•55 min
In Tech Bytes - Ep. 2, we dive into the revolutionary world of no-code platforms, exploring their potential to democratize app development and reshape the tech landscape. Discover how these intuitive tools are empowering individuals with little to no programming experience to bring their digital ideas to life. Links for today's show: App Sumo - https://appsumo.com LaunchPad Software: https://launchpadproject.net Wake Up Warrior: https://wakeupwarrior.com...
Oct 12, 2023•56 min
Welcome to the very first episode of "Tech Bytes with Dan Hafner," your weekly dose of all things tech, innovation, and business. In this inaugural episode, your host, Dan Hafner, will take you on a journey through the dynamic world of technology and how it's reshaping the business landscape. In this episode, we'll explore the power of technology, from game-changing innovations like no-code software to the transformative potential of artificial intelligence. Join us as we delve into the latest t...
Oct 05, 2023•54 min
About Kim As the founder and CEO of the GroupConvert software that allows consultants and course creators collect emails from their Facebook groups we have over 12000 subscribers and hold the unfair advantage of what works and does not work. Due to this unfair advantage, Kim went on to create her team of GroupLaunch Legends that lead to group owners increasing their income to 50-100k/mo by pitching their passions and profiting big on smaller audiences. In the online space, so many struggle to ga...
Dec 13, 2022•26 min
Clearly I'm a little biased, but ultimately many companies become some form of software companies the longer they are around. If they don't become an outright software company, there is at least major facets of building their own software or tools which help fuel their growth into the future.
Nov 07, 2022•20 min
In this episode, I break 4 commonly-held myths or misconceptions about the no-code & low-code tools out there. 1. "No code tools are junk." 2. "No code isn't flexible." 3. "No code isn't scalable." 4. "No code apps are easy to build & design." If you're curious on what your no-code app might cost to have built, you can check out our calculator tool at dappermobileapps.com .
Oct 13, 2022•19 min
As you grow, you require more things and more technology. It can quickly get overwhelming, expensive and out of hand. This is what happened to us as business became busier and busier. If you are in search of a new tool to consolidate your technology, automate your systems and save on your monthly subscription costs, check out our brand new product LaunchPad .
Oct 06, 2022•23 min
Irina is a SAAS founder and a business consultant who specializes in Operations and Processes Optimization. Irina has over 8 years of experience in eCommerce with its different challenges and obstacles, from running a fulfilment center in China where she was living for over 2 years to launching her own software TrackMage. TrackMage allows eCommerce stores to have 5-10% extra sales by simplifying the customer experience. It allows them to track their products on the platform and do the upsell the...
Sep 27, 2022•28 min
Inbal came up with the idea for Like-Minded Collective when her oldest daughter was 3 months old. As a candle maker, turned tech founder, her passion for networking with women entrepreneurs has led her to create Like Minded Collective, a social media platform for dreamers, creators and female founders. Her mission is to make sure every single female founder, no matter what stage of business they’re in, know how incredible they are! Check out the Like-Minded Collective here: https://likemindedcol...
Sep 22, 2022•31 min
"Software As A Service" - Such a beautiful and great business model and way to grow your business VERY FAST! Join us today as Logan and I talk about: How the world has gone from "brick & mortar to click & order" How you can focus on multiple products at once Different ways SaaS products can make money How to make a technology company actually work How to build that company/product growth muscle over time To get in touch with Logan or run ideas by him, go to @itsloganshippy on IG or check...
Aug 03, 2022•33 min
Book Marketing Mentor Judy M. Baker helps business authors get more bang for their book, turning content into cash long after a book launch. After conquering cancer in 2014, she became an author advocate and self-publishing evangelist. Her memoir/guidebook will be published in 2022. Her workshops and one-to-one mentoring have inspired hundreds of authors to build awareness about themselves, their books, and their businesses. Judy embodies how small, strategic action steps build your audience, ge...
Jul 21, 2022•28 min
Mark came to the U.S. as a refugee from the former Soviet Union in the early 90s and approaches his business from a perspective of grit, determination, and gratitude. He has worked in a variety of corporate roles in organizations from small start-ups to Fortune 100 companies. Mark can also talk about Backendless having many invaluable Ukrainian team members and the impact on their culture that has brought. Mark can also give advice to non-technical entrepreneurs looking to build an application t...
Jun 15, 2022•31 min
LinkedIn is an extremely powerful tool that's mostly misunderstood. After training thousands of people on LinkedIn, Daniel Alfon developed a simple method that can help leaders reach their objective - without cold connecting, paying for a premium account, advertising or trying to become someone else. If your audience is 40+ entrepreneurs who want to leverage LinkedIn to get leads and revenues in an authentic and organic way, check out this episode and don't forget to grab a copy of his book here...
May 31, 2022•29 min
Andrew has created a signature method that helps to demystify the smart home industry. He's also worked in the tech industry for over 20 years as an entrepreneur and has mountains of knowledge about the tech industry. Speaking of mountains - Andrew has climbed over 30 mountains. He also done extensive work on personal development and self-awareness. In this episode: Your business can only grow at the pace that you grow personally Even when you're scared, do it anyway How to deal with fear even w...
May 23, 2022•37 min
We had a pretty interesting conversation with a man named Marco Torres this week - Marco is the Founder of MarketingBoost.com, he has helped thousands of business owners worldwide boost sales and scale their businesses by as much as 5-fold through the use of incentive-based marketing. He teaches entrepreneurs how to soar sales & marketing through the use of “Value-Add-Incentives” instead of discounts. His Facebook Groups combined are home to more than 80,000 active business owners who are ra...
May 16, 2022•35 min
Robert Raymond Riopel is an international Best-Selling author, App Designer, Entrepreneur and Trainer who has spent the past 18+ years travelling around the world sharing his passion. He has also shared the stage with and trained many of the top trainers and thought leaders in the world today. With his high energy and heartfelt style, Robert draws on his journey from humble beginnings to financial freedom at the age of 32, to inspire individuals into tapping into their greatness. Realizing that ...
Mar 07, 2022•33 min
We all have "head trash" that can consume us all day long if we allow it to. No one is immune to this - but it is how you deal with it that sets you apart. Noah St. John joins us for a really cool conversation on taking out the mental head trash. He is known as “The Millionaire Habits Coach” and "The Mental Health Coach to the Stars." He's the founder of SuccessClinic.com, a global peak performance and business growth company. Working with 8+ figure company CEOs and individuals since 1997, Noah’...
Mar 03, 2022•31 min
Kelli Calabrese is 34 year wellness coach, speaker, best selling author and entrepreneur. With 3 science degrees and 27 certifications she is an expert on all wellness topics including fitness, weight loss, energy, youthful aging and sleep. She is also a mindset pro focusing on renewing your thoughts, setting boundaries, visualizing, meditating and goal setting. Kelli leads with spirit mind body approach to well being and speaks on forgiveness, purpose, joy and love. As a certified divorce coach...
Feb 10, 2022•34 min
Michelle Seiler Tucker is the Founder and CEO of Seiler Tucker Incorporated. She holds the M&AMI (Mergers & Acquisitions Master Intermediary) title, as well as Certified Mergers and Acquisitions Professional (CM&AP) and Certified Senior Business Analyst (CSBA). Michelle also owns many other businesses in several different industries. As a 20-year veteran in the M&A industry, she is regarded as the leading authority on buying, selling, fixing, and growing businesses. Her and her f...
Aug 06, 2021•38 min
The author of Quiet Mind - Epic Life, Matthew Ferry joins the RYD show for this episode to talk about some really awesome things such as: What is the drunk money and how does it work? What is "rapid enlightenment" and how to we achieve it? What is a "quiet mind" in reality? And so many other cool insights Here is a link to check out Matthew's book, Quiet Mind - Epic Life on Amazon. (Note: I went all-in with this and starting reading through it....my friends this is PURE GOLD). https://www.amazon...
May 26, 2021•27 min
For over one year, I lived with self-inflicted rib pain from a coughing bout in early 2020. I could have chosen to deal with this issue a long time ago, but for whatever reason I didn't. When I finally broke down and decided to do something about it, all it took was one chiropractor visit to notice a HUGE difference - and that's when I realized something again. The biggest changes in life don't happen all at once - they are a result of small, incremental adjustments we make along our path to a t...
May 21, 2021•15 min
Your ability to focus and hone in on the most important, needle-moving activities on a day to day basis is reflective of your impact and rise in your career. Nearly all of us spend a good portion of our day wasting time, "kicking tires" or just plain procrastinating - and all it takes to change that is a different method of focus. For the past 6 months I've been using an app called GoQuantum , an app created by my friend Jeremy Findley which is specifically designed to help people like you and I...
Apr 28, 2021•14 min
There are times in life when things just do not go your way at all....like at all. This happened to me recently when my entire business was wiped out in a single night without warning and due to something completely beyond my control. My new business Dapper Mobile Apps used a hosting provider that lost all it's servers and backup data in a fire in France. Yet, through that entire experience, I managed to not lose a single client and actually came back from it stronger than ever. It provided me w...
Apr 26, 2021•12 min
With so many things on your plate every day and so many options to pursue inside of this world, how do you actually make a decision? How do you determine for yourself which paths to follow and which to let go? Try the RICE method to figure it out: R each: Is the goal/target within your reach or making you reach further than you possibly can? I mpact: Is this goal/target more of a self-serving goal or are you going to have a bigger impact than you originally thought? C onfidence: Are you confiden...
Feb 17, 2021•16 min
Check out this interview from our friend Dallin Candland! Author of 5 Habits To Find Your Voice in Your Youth How failure can continue to drive you. Breaking out of negative self-talk. Starting from a low place isn't bad Playing the comparison game is a game you'll never win Once you "turn on the light" you can never turn it off And more... Dallin is in college believe it or not! This was a great interview and I know that he is destined for great things in life. You can check out Dallin's podcas...
Feb 16, 2021•27 min
