He burned out only 3 months after starting his indie startup. But one year later found a deeper confidence and became unstoppable. My chat with @heymattia is out 💪 --- Subscribe to THIS INDIE LIFE podcast Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-indie-life/id1648517057 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6QoeR2odVYQPYnfiTC5Egg YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@indielifepod Everywhere else - https://indielifepod.com/subscribe Show notes His twitter - twitter.com/heymattia His news...
Aug 30, 2024•2 hr 32 min•Transcript available on Metacast He hustled for years and only started relaxing when he reached $8K MRR. My chat with fellow indie hacker @sobedominik is out 🎙 You can listen to THIS INDIE LIFE podcast anywhere Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-indie-life/id1648517057 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6QoeR2odVYQPYnfiTC5Egg YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@indielifepod Everywhere else - https://indielifepod.com/subscribe Show notes His twitter - https://twitter.com/sobedominik His main product - https:...
Jul 26, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Ep 32•Transcript available on Metacast My interview with Marie Ng is out 🎙 After growing her app to more than 20,000 users in 3 years, she’s often stuck working on admin tasks that kill her energy. But she found ways to recharge and keep the burnout away 🧘♂️ 🔋 My favorite moment is at 33:52. --- Marie's links Her twitter Her product This week's sponsor - Loop Loop - unify your inboxes from all apps - special price with code INDIELIFE Greg Fragin X account Dago's links Dagobert's Twitter Dago's Twitter Course Dago's Newsletter Sho...
May 23, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Ep 31•Transcript available on Metacast My interview with Dmytro Krasun is out 🎙 Even though he has a successful product, he doesn’t make enough money to escape the grind and feels trapped in his business. But he has a plan to eventually grow outside of it 💪 --- Dmytro's links His twitter His product His website His newsletter Meditation app he recommends Jason Cohen April Dunford This week's sponsor - BetterLegal BetterLegal - setup an LLC in the US in 5 minutes - exclusive special price for us by using this link! (appears at check...
May 10, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep 30•Transcript available on Metacast I finally overcame my perfectionist tendencies and edited the podcast episode with Lukas Hermann 🥳 We talked about the dark stuff he’s been through as an entrepreneur: from getting betrayed by his first cofounder to a physical breakdown that will keep him scarred for life... But we had fun the whole time 😁 --- Lukas' links stagetimer Lukas' twitter His custom lego set Dago's links Dagobert's Twitter Dago's Twitter Course Dago's Newsletter Our links Call the indie hotline Sponsor us...
Apr 26, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Ep 29•Transcript available on Metacast The first guest of This Indie Life is here! Nico and I talked about the dark side of entrepreneurship: from getting his first gray hair at 26 to being on the verge of breaking up with his girlfriend... but we had some laughs too 😁 Nico's links Nico's Twitter Talknotes - his audio transcription + rewriting app Maker Ads Guide - course on running ads So you suck, now what? - post on his blog This week's sponsor - BetterLegal Chad Sakonchick X account BetterLegal - Setup an LLC in the US in 5 minu...
Mar 27, 2024•59 min•Ep 28•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dago quits his job and comes back to the indie life. Meanwhile James is nowhere to be found and the podcast is headed towards a new direction. Dagobert links Dagobert's Twitter Dago's Twitter Course Dago's Newsletter James links James' Twitter Indie Bites - indie founder chats 2 Hour Podcast - podcasting course Whitstable Craft Co - handmade leather wallets PodPanda - podcast editing...
Mar 20, 2024•26 min•Ep 27•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dago has a big life event which is going to change the trajectory of his indie life. Meanwhile, I reflect on one of my best weeks in a while being on form after spending some time away relaxing. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:41 James updates 12:07 Dago updates Dagobert links Dagobert's Twitter Dago's Twitter Course Logology - high quality logos and brands Memelogy - the best startup memes James links James' Twitter Indie Bites - indie founder chats 2 Hour Podcast - podcasting cours...
Nov 23, 2023•26 min•Ep 26•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dago talks about why he can’t do side projects anymore without going al in, but he does have a plan. Meanwhile, I’ve had a big week with my podcast Indie Bites, speaking to a bootstrapping legend, but having to overcome a metric shit ton of imposter syndrome. About Dagobert (to be updated soon...) Previously a money-chasing software engineer, but now building his own startup with his wife, Logology (that's the name of the startup, not his wife). It took them more than two years ...
Oct 16, 2023•26 min•Ep 25•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dago talks about how the honeymoon period for his job is over and how he’s going to address it with side projects. Is logology coming back? Meanwhile, I’ve been settling back into a new slightly too relaxed routine with my whale client and wonder what I need to do to make some progress with my side projects. About Dagobert (to be updated soon...) Previously a money-chasing software engineer, but now building his own startup with his wife, Logology (that's the name of the startup...
Oct 05, 2023•21 min•Ep 24•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dago has started his new job and gives an update on what it’s like now he’s joined the dark side. Is he happy? Does he regret the decision? All will be revealed in this update conversation. I, meanwhile, travel to Dago’s country, avoid him completely and drive to the furthest point away from him to do some work. Dago updates: How he's finding his new job Does he regret it? Pros / cons James updates: Driving 1,600 miles to the South of France Moving the flat around Wallet biz upd...
Jul 10, 2023•26 min•Ep 23•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dago’s got a big announcement. You might have seen on Twitter, he’s closing down his startup Logology and getting a job. I’ll read his whole tweet and then we’ll discuss why he’s making such a big decision. Read Dago's tweet . About Dagobert (to be updated soon...) Previously a money-chasing software engineer, but now building his own startup with his wife, Logology (that's the name of the startup, not his wife). It took them more than two years just to build a product and had t...
Jun 13, 2023•26 min•Ep 22•Transcript available on Metacast Dago and I have taken a break from the pod while Dago gets to the bottom of his burnout. He's spent some time meditating and figuring out what the next steps are for his indie hacking journey. I have been galavanting around the world and away from my problems, spending time in both New York and Brazil, despite still being in crippling debt. Dago Updates: Figuring out burnout Should he get a job? James Updates: Trip to New York and Brazil Still struggling with motivation / direction About Dagober...
Jun 02, 2023•25 min•Ep 21•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dago has decided he is a Twitter Rockstar and tries to justify himself, meanwhile, I’ve made huge progress in paying off my debts and there’s even some positive leather news. Dago Updates: Coming to terms with the fact he's a Twitter rockstar Thoughts on the Twitter API price increase James Updates: New sponsor deal going well Sold more wallets About Dagobert Previously a money-chasing software engineer, but now building his own startup with his wife, Logology (that's the name o...
Apr 24, 2023•25 min•Ep 20•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dago’s got to the bottom of his illness and is on the road to recovery, you won’t believe what it is! After months of positivity and growth, I might be running into some mental health problems so we try and stop it from getting worse, but there is some good news from me later on. Watch us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/oVPOcy8Wcbg About Dagobert Previously a money-chasing software engineer, but now building his own startup with his wife, Logology (that's the name of the startup, n...
Apr 10, 2023•26 min•Ep 19•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dago is up and about, looking fantastic in his recording setup. We'll be diving deep into a topic that's on everyone's minds - artificial intelligence. Despite being skeptics at heart, Dago and I have both started to embrace AI in various aspects of our lives, and we're excited to share our thoughts and experiences with you. Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking chat about the fascinating world of AI, as we explore the ways in which this groundbreaking technology is chan...
Apr 04, 2023•22 min•Ep 18•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dago is still sick so records from bed and tries to find out his customer’s deepest darkest fears. Meanwhile, I’ve had a positive week having discussions about selling indie bites, or maybe finding an alternative solution to my short term money problems, but I do have to tackle a little bit of rejection along the way. Dago updates Went to doctors Brain fog is clearing Debating how to record next course segment James updates Enjoying momentum Wary of burnout Working towards a goa...
Mar 22, 2023•24 min•Ep 17•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dago is coming to terms with working less and making the most of it. I’m not talking sipping mamosas, I’m talking optimizing his Twitter time. I share more details about my long term indie bites partnership, although there might be a stumbling block in the way in my quest for being debt-free. Watch us on YouTube 📹 Dago's course 🐦 Buy a leather wallet from James 💳 Podcast website 🎙️ Dago updates/reflections being forced to optimize my twitter time is cool a.i is cool but take...
Mar 16, 2023•23 min•Ep 16•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dago is still sick so records from bed and tries to find out his customer’s deepest darkest fears. Meanwhile, I’ve had a positive week having discussions about selling indie bites, or maybe finding an alternative solution to my short term money problems, but I do have to tackle a little bit of rejection along the way. Watch us on YouTube 📹 Dago's course 🐦 Buy a leather wallet from James 💳 Podcast website 🎙️ Dago updates/reflections Still sick James updates/reflections Indie ...
Mar 07, 2023•23 min•Ep 15•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dago is still sick so records from bed and tries to find out his customer’s deepest darkest fears. Meanwhile, I’ve had a positive week having discussions about selling indie bites, or maybe finding an alternative solution to my short term money problems, but I do have to tackle a little bit of rejection along the way. Watch us on YouTube 📹 Dago's course 🐦 Buy a leather wallet from James 💳 Podcast website 🎙️ Dago updates/reflections Still sick Working on landing page fears / ...
Feb 27, 2023•27 min•Ep 14•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, Dago talks about reinventing himself on Twitter, dealing with sickness as a founder and he attempts to find 50 shades of grey to wear. I meanwhile ponder just a single thing, is it worth selling my baby? (aka my podcast). Watch us on YouTube 📹 Dago's course 🐦 Buy a leather wallet from James 💳 Podcast website 🎙️ Dago updates/reflections Wrote tweets for 3 weeks instead of 1 Got sick so can’t do logology 2 this week Finally found my “lifetime” outfit James updates/reflections ...
Feb 17, 2023•23 min•Ep 13•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Dago gets himself into debt, only works 19 hours in a week, and enjoys using AI. Will we get the old Dago back, who knows? Meanwhile I manage to publish an episode of Indie Bites with my leather man, increase my prices despite my reservations and am about to hit a big milestone for the month. Watch us on YouTube 📹 Dago's course 🐦 Buy a leather wallet from James 💳 Podcast website 🎙️ Dago updates/reflections Dug into a.i for Logology Logology customer research I could literally...
Jan 20, 2023•25 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast Dago talks about his impromptu Twitter hiatus and shares some nuggets of wisdom from his course, James is back on his feet after a down period after selling some bi-fold wallets on Twitter and tries to convince Dago why he should exercise. Watch us on YouTube 📹 Dago's course 🐦 Buy a leather wallet from James 💳 Podcast website 🎙️ Dago updates/reflections Taken a break from tweeting Not feeling "in the game" Should you put links in your tweets? I don't understand why people exercise James upda...
Jan 16, 2023•24 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode Dago ponders how AI will affect his logo business and is thinking of moving to another part of the country to help his indie hacking. I have a battle with the UK postal service who decided not to ship wallets to customers and find out how much profit I made on the £5k of leather wallet sales in December. Watch us on YouTube 📹 Dago's course 🐦 Buy a leather wallet from James 💳 Dago updates/reflections product update: A.I logo get me anxious / back in hardcore work mode reflectin...
Jan 10, 2023•26 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast This episode, Dago talks about how much he’s enjoying doing a podcast and his plans for maintaining momentum for his course. I’m also thinking about momentum in the new year after crossing £5k this month in leather wallet sales in the run up to Christmas. Dago's updates: product update: so happy to do this pod reflecting on the journey: audience first approach is 10x more genius meme: quit software job to build a startup (december 5th) → how lucky we are as founders, can go back to a job anytime...
Dec 17, 2022•24 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast This episode, we reflect on our black friday sales and how Dago made a full-year worth of sales i a weekend, I meanwhile have a found a new lease of life thanks to my the leather wallet business but question the potential for it becoming something I spend more time on, or if it’s just a distraction. Dago: reflecting on the journey: More money 1 month vs 1 year, but the real challenge is to do the same with a product product update: Recording bonus, difficult to switch context. (1 year marketing ...
Dec 06, 2022•26 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast James has had a massive week making £1,600 in a day selling leather wallets, Dago has success with black friday sales and we finally get to the bottom of how you pronounce niche. Get Dago's course here 👈 What we covered in this episode: Dago took some time off How to pronounce Niche Black friday sales Meme of the week James’ £1,600 in one day in wallet sales How to capitalise on growth James' newspaper ad New Indie Bites art Sponsor - Statamic Statamic is a content management system built on La...
Nov 26, 2022•25 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast This episode, Dago talks about how he feels one week on from his course launch and some of the new ideas he has for keeping the momentum. I on the other hand was not having a good day when we recorded this, I was feeling a little down in the dumps and wasn’t even sure if we should record. But we want to be honest and truthful with this show, to give a real idea of what it’s like to be an indie founder, so decided to record and publish never the less. So you hear me confused talking about doubt, ...
Nov 15, 2022•25 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast This episode Dago talks about how he made $16,000 launching his course and why he’s not feeling amazing about it, I go viral on Twitter and then make a promise I might not be able to keep. Get Dago's course here 👈 What we covered in this episode: Dago's course launch Post launch-depression Is Dago burnt out? Why James is in debt How he can get out of it Dago has NEVER been in debt James' viral tweet Why James deleted his viral tweet How James can work more than 20 hours a week Sponsor - Ramen C...
Nov 04, 2022•26 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast This episode Dago talks about why he had to delay the launch of his course, we both discuss some of the disagreements we’ve had in the past few weeks and I think about how I can grow Indie Bites. Dago's Twitter course is launched! 🎉 Grab your copy here . What we covered in this episode: Dago updates: Struggling to launch his course Perfectionism and all-nighters Why you can’t launch on the same day as going viral Are deadlines pointless? “Deadlines are not absolute” Meme of the week Disagreeing...
Nov 01, 2022•25 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast 
