Maker Stories: Episode 5 w/ James Altucher

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Maker Stories: Episode 5 w/ James Altucher

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Apr 14, 2015

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James Altucher is an author, investor, and overall fascinating person. We get deep. Tune in. For more James, see here: http://www.jamesaltucher.com/ Edited by Daniel Russel

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Apr 14, 2015

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Making good typography more accessible and common design pitfalls to avoid with Matthew Paul: On this episode Abadesi talks to Matthew Paul, software product designer, researcher, and front-end engineer. He’s a former product designer at InVision, he’s worked on software and design systems at IBM, and has designed prototypes at Apple. In this episode they talk about... * The open-source design project he’s working on, and how to make good design more accessible. * Common design pitfalls to avoid and advice for working with designers. * How he’s working on his personal development and where he learns the most. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Big thanks to Headspin Mobile for their support. ? by Product Hunt Radio
43 min listen
The future of remote work and digital nomadism with Pieter Levels: On this episode Abadesi talks to Pieter Levels, founder of Nomad List, a global community of international travellers working around the world, RemoteOK, a job board for remote jobs, and Hoodmaps, a unique neighborhood map app. In this episode they talk about... * Bootstrapping versus VC, and why he doesn’t want to build a team around his products. * The difference between creating a website and building a community, and how to think about charging for your product. * What the future of remote work and the digital nomad lifestyle will look like. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Big thanks to Headspin Mobile for their support. ? by Product Hunt Radio
39 min listen
How to get acquired with Waseem Daher of Pilot: On this episode Abadesi talks to Waseem Daher, founder and CEO of Pilot. Pilot is bringing bookkeeping into the modern age. He has started (and sold!) two other companies prior to Pilot. In this episode they talk about... * The story of starting Pilot and what Waseem learned from his two previous companies. * When it makes sense to take venture capital versus bootstrap a business. * How to think about a potential acquisition. * How Waseem stays productive. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Big thanks to Headspin Mobile for their support. ? by Product Hunt Radio
44 min listen
How to design products that delight your users with Slack’s VP of design Ethan Eismann: On this episode Abadesi talks to Ethan Eismann, VP of Design at Slack. He has previously worked on flagship products at Google, Uber, and Airbnb, as well as at Adobe back when Flash was still a thing! In this episode they talk about... * The consumerization of the enterprise and bringing personality to software. * The design philosophy at Slack and how they use hypotheses in designing their products. * Customer-centric design and what it means to communicate energy as well as information. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Big thanks to Headspin, Safety Wing, and Trulioo for their support. by Product Hunt Radio
56 min listen
How to sell your product to enterprise customers with Michelle Bacharach: On this episode Abadesi talks to Michelle Bacharach, founder and CEO of FINDMINE, a retail technology company that uses machine learning to scale the currently manual and tedious process of product curation. They are a fast-growing company with clients like Adidas, Perry Ellis, and Callaway. In this episode they talk about... * What led Michelle to found FINDMINE, and how they’re changing the buying experience. * Her advice for startups pitching big companies as potential clients. * How to close enterprise customers. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Big thanks to Headspin, Safety Wing, and Trulioo for their support. by Product Hunt Radio
29 min listen
How to capitalize on the future of work with Ryan Simonetti: On this episode Abadesi talks to Ryan Simonetti, co-founder and CEO of Convene. They call themselves commercial real estate’s first workplace-as-a-service platform. He co-founded the company in 2009 and have raised $260M in funding to date. He is also an investor in and advisor to tech startups. In this episode they talk about... * The story of founding Convene and his advice for finding a co-founder. * How they have created a strong company culture and the importance of gratitude at Convene. * Ryan’s predictions for the future of work in an increasingly distributed world. He also talks about some of his favorite products and a great book that he read that helped him as he scaled Convene. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Big thanks to Headspin, Safety Wing, and Trulioo for their support. by Product Hunt Radio
40 min listen
How to grow and monetize communities with Jill Salzman: On this episode Abadesi talks to Jill Salzman, founder of The Founding Moms, a “global collective of offline masterminds and online resources for mom entrepreneurs.” She was formerly the founder of a music management firm and was also the creator of a line of baby jewelry. In this episode they talk about... * The story of the creation of The Founding Moms and how it’s helping mom entrepreneurs around the globe. * How she grew the community and her advice for those who are new to community-building. * How she approached the decision to charge for access and subsequently increase prices, as well as how she stays productive. She also talks about some of the products she’s loving right now. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Big thanks to Headspin for their support. by Product Hunt Radio
44 min listen
How to launch an operator-led fund: On this episode Abadesi talks to Brianne Kimmel, founder of Work Life, an early stage venture firm in Silicon Valley that invests in tools and services for the modern workplace. She was formerly head of product and GTM strategy at Zendesk. In this episode they talk about... * Why she started Work Life and what she learned while fundraising. * No-code tools, distributed teams, and the future of work. * How she’s building a community around her fund. She also talks about some of the products she’s loving right now. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. by Product Hunt Radio
41 min listen
How to invest in overlooked ideas: On this episode Abadesi talks to John Henry, venture partner at Harlem Capital and host of Hustle on VICELAND. In this episode they talk about... * How he got into entrepreneurship and how the expectations for today’s entrepreneurs have changed. * Why he says getting a regular job is riskier than starting a company. * How he discovered financial literacy and how to be a “multi-dimensional earner.” * The history of VC and how they’re changing the flow of capital to underrepresented founders at Harlem Capital. He also talks about how he invests in personal development and talks about some of the products he’s loving right now. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. by Product Hunt Radio
45 min listen
How to grow your brand with Instagram: On this episode Abadesi talks to Kathryn Duryea Wyndowe, founder and CEO of Year & Day. They make beautiful tableware that they sell direct-to-consumer online via their website. In this episode they talk about... * How she came up with the idea for Year & Day. * Her crazy year preparing to launch the brand. * The power of Instagram and the rise of direct-to-consumer. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Big thanks to Knowable for their support. ? by Product Hunt Radio
45 min listen
How to improve your focus in a world of distraction: On this episode Abadesi talks to Bill Loundy and Jeff Camera, co-founders of Readup. Jeff is the sole developer on the team, and Bill handles everything else. Readup is a social reading platform designed to help you track and improve your online reading habits. In this episode they talk about... * How they came up with the idea for Readup and how it has evolved over time. * How you can have a more peaceful existence on the web and the problems with the current state of social media. * The challenges of being a maker and how they have overcome them. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Big thanks to Knowable and NetSuite for their support. ? by Product Hunt Radio
48 min listen
How to design products that make a difference with Cat Noone: On this episode Abadesi talks to Cat Noone, CEO and designer at Stark, a suite of integrated accessibility compliance tools for teams. She is also co-founder of Iris, a modern-day emergency alert system. In this episode they talk about... * The story behind Stark. * Why accessible design matters. * Why they are “investing in customers” at Stark. * How she uses time design to be productive. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Big thanks to Knowable and NetSuite for their support. ? by Product Hunt Radio
48 min listen
How to access the best tech talent around the world with Sylvain Kalache: On this episode Abadesi talks to Sylvain Kalache, co-founder of Holberton School, a project-based alternative to college where you can become a software engineer in two years. They have campuses in the United States and Colombia. Sylvain formerly worked at Slideshare and LinkedIn. In this episode they talk about... * The story of founding Holberton and why a new type of school is needed. * How they designed their software engineering curriculum. * How to find motivated and passionate people. * How they are working to increase representation in the tech industry. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Big thanks to Knowable and NetSuite for their support. ? by Product Hunt Radio
48 min listen
How to pivot your tech career and live a multi-hyphen life: On this episode Abadesi talks to Yassmin Abdel-Magied, a mechanical engineer, social advocate, writer, and broadcaster. She is the author of multiple books and is the founder of Youth Without Borders. In this episode they talk about... * Her aspirations to work in Formula 1. * How she hustled her way into jobs. * Navigating engineering culture. * How she has successfully pivoted her career multiple times. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Big thanks to Knowable and NetSuite for their support. ? by Product Hunt Radio
55 min listen
How to futureproof your tech career with Ruben Harris: On this episode Abadesi talks to Ruben Harris, founder and CEO of Career Karma. They help match you to the best coding bootcamp for you and publish a directory of over 450 bootcamps. In this episode they talk about... * How he broke into tech and how Career Karma is helping people get into the industry. * How to level up your career. * What makes a good software engineer. * The importance of humility. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. ? by Product Hunt Radio
48 min listen
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46 min listen
The future of proptech with Thomas Kutzman: On this episode Abadesi talks to Thomas Kutzman, co-founder and co-CEO of Prevu. Prevu is a real estate technology platform that saves homebuyers money. In this episode they talk about... * How he decided to leave his finance job to start Prevu. * Advice on starting a tech company as a non-technical founder. * Why they bootstrapped the company and how doing so helped them. * Lessons on leadership and how he invests in personal growth. He also talks about some of his (and his wife’s!) favorite products. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. ? by Product Hunt Radio
43 min listen
What not do to when marketing your product: On this episode Abadesi talks to Dave Charest, Director of Content Marketing at Constant Contact. He’s here to walk us through all the common mistakes that makers make when marketing their products, and how you can avoid them. In this episode they talk about... * How to contribute to an online community as a marketer. * Top tips for developers, designers, and others who are first-time marketers. * Which marketing channels to focus on. * Common mistakes people make in email marketing. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. ? by Product Hunt Radio
45 min listen
The future of seed stage VC with Tige Savage: On this episode Abadesi talks to Tige Savage, co-founder with Steve Case of Revolution, and managing partner of Revolution Ventures. He was formerly VP of Time Warner Ventures and got his start at age fourteen working at a computer store, where he helped create a community for customers before there was a commercially available internet. In this episode they talk about... * How to think about whether to raise capital. * The future of direct-to-consumer and Tige’s breakdown of a number of companies and industries. * How to scale a startup. Tige also talks about some of his favorite products. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. ? by Product Hunt Radio
47 min listen
The future of podcasting with Andrew Mason: On this episode Abadesi talks to Andrew Mason, founder and CEO of Descript. He was formerly founder of Detour, which Descript emerged within before it was spun out into its own company when Bose bought the technology behind Detour. Andrew was also founder of Groupon. In this episode they talk about... * Descript’s origin as part of Detour, and how to know when it’s the right time to pivot from your original idea. * Andrew’s advice on managing people and scaling a company. * Personal development as a leader and helping your team grow. Andrew also tells us about one of his favorite products that he uses to build tools for the team. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. ? by Product Hunt Radio
30 min listen
Early days at Facebook and advice for pitching VCs with Mike Vernal: On this episode Abadesi talks to Mike Vernal, partner at Sequoia, the legendary venture capital firm. They are celebrating their scout program turning a decade old. Mike shares stories about the early days at Facebook, transitioning to VC, and advice for founders seeking funding. In this episode they talk about... * Why the culture at Facebook in the early days was so special. * Going from product manager to VC. * What founders need to know about pitching VCs. * Trends Mike is excited about, including the no-code revolution. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. ? by Product Hunt Radio
45 min listen
Bootstrapping nine businesses to millions in revenue with Marcus Taylor: On this episode Abadesi talks to Marcus Taylor, founder of Venture Harbour, a digital product company based in the UK. They’ve launched nine companies in the last few years and have grown them to millions in revenue. He is also the youngest patron of The Prince’s Trust youth charity and has committed £100,000 to support young entrepreneurs across the UK. In this episode they talk about... * The business philosophy at Venture Harbour. * How the team works together. * Some of the unconventional views Marcus holds. * How he thinks about personal development. Of course, he also talks about some of his favorite products. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. ? by Product Hunt Radio
42 min listen
Why it doesn’t have to be crazy at work with David Heinemeier Hansson: On this episode Abadesi talks to David Heinemeier Hansson, co-founder and CTO of Basecamp, and creator of Ruby on Rails. He is also the author of several bestselling books, including It Doesn’t Have To Be Crazy At Work, co-authored with his co-founder at Basecamp, Jason Fried. In this episode they talk about... * Why you should think about your company as a product. * Why we need new role models in tech. * How to break the cycle of overwork. * A new way of working. Of course, they also talk about some of his favorite products as well. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. ? by Product Hunt Radio
60 min listen
Growing revenue from zero to eight figures in 24 months with Drift’s Elias Torres: On this episode Abadesi talks to Elias Torres, co-founder and CTO of Drift. He co-founded the company with David Cancel, a longtime collaborator. They have achieved smashing success so far, and Elias’s personal story of moving to the United States from Nicaragua and working at McDonald’s while simultaneously finishing high school and learning English is one you don’t want to miss. In this episode they talk about... * Elias’s longtime partnership with David Cancel. * What it was like growing up in Nicaragua and moving to the United States. * A CTO’s tips on hiring and why he spends an hour a month fielding support queries. * Growing revenue from zero to eight figures in under twenty-four months. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. ? by Product Hunt Radio
48 min listen
Overcoming adversity and setting your sights high with Delane Parnell: On this episode Abadesi talks to Delane Parnell, founder and CEO of PlayVS. PlayVS is *the* community for amateur high school esports. He was previously the youngest black venture capitalist in the US and built and sold his own esports team prior to founding PlayVS. He also has an incredible story of overcoming adversity to get to where he is today. In this episode they discuss... * His incredible “origin story.” * How he learned to set his sights high. * How he became comfortable with risk-taking and his advice about giving advice. * What he learned from failure and why founder life is less glamorous than you think. Of course, he also talks about some of his favorite products. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. by Product Hunt Radio
55 min listen
Environmentally-friendly entrepreneurship and the future of direct-to-consumer with Sarah Paiji Yoo: Abadesi is joined on this episode by Sarah Paiji Yoo. She is the founder of Blueland, a direct-to-consumer company that sells environmentally-friendly cleaning supplies. She formerly founded and sold Snapette, a mobile platform for local platform shopping. In this episode they talk about... * Her extensive entrepreneurial journey. * How she convinced investors of the promise of Blueland. * The future of sustainable direct-to-consumer products and companies. * Managing a fast-growing team at a scaling company. * What’s in her “resiliency toolkit.” Of course, she also tells us what some of her favorite products are and why she loves them. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. ? by Product Hunt Radio
39 min listen
The future of beauty with Sharmadean Reid: On this episode Abadesi talks to Sharmadean Reid, founder of Beautystack. She’s one of Aba’s favorite people of all time, and is an inspiration to women and people of color everywhere. She recently raised a whopping seed round to grow and scale Beautystack. In this episode they talk about... * How she’s helping women start businesses. * What fashion means to her. * Her fundraising journey. * The founder mindset and personal development. * The future of work and scaling a team. Of course, she also lets us know what some of her favorite products on her home screen are. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Breaker, Overcast, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. ? by Product Hunt Radio
69 min listen
Special Community Edition: What’s on your home screen?: In this special edition of Product Hunt Radio, the community is the guest. Ryan chats with the members of the Product Hunt community about the apps that they love and why they’re so great. People from all around the world called in to let us know what’s on their home screens. This was an experiment, so let us know what you think! If you want to be part of the next session and potentially be featured in the podcast, make sure to follow us on social media. We’ll be back next week so be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. ? by Product Hunt Radio
42 min listen
How To Ship Work That Matters with Basecamp’s Ryan Singer: On this episode Abadesi talks to Ryan Singer, head of Product Strategy at Basecamp, where he’s worked for 16 years, ever since 2003. He is the author of Shape Up: Stop Running in Circles and Ship Work That Matters. You can read the book for free online. In this episode they talk about... * How Basecamp cultivates their unique company culture. * Why wireframes and documents are overrated. * Why betting is better than planning. * How to find balance at work, and why Basecamp doesn’t think about “maximizing capacity." * How to separate strategic failure from execution failure. Ryan also talks about his love for the Apple Pencil and the iPad, and how he uses them to get his work done. We also have more bonus content for you this week! Aba recently hosted a Periscope session where she invited all of you in the community to call in and explain what sites you use for personal branding and why. They covered LinkedIn, Medium, Tw by Product Hunt Radio
70 min listen

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