Strap on your Boots

When building an app or software platform, the typical entrepreneur must hire a programmer or team of developers to build their dream. Outsourcing comes with a long list of challenges and issues that can be frustrating to deal with. In this episode, I'll not only give you tips on how to choose the right development partner, but also how to work with them properly so that you'll succeed. If you enj...

In this episode, I'm going to explain my opinion as to why I believe the iPhone is a superior technology to Android phones. I go through various reasons in specific detail both from a user standpoint and a developer standpoint to make my case. I'd love to hear what you think, please leave me a comment to tell me! This episode was co-produced by Ron Gilbert! If you enjoyed this episode please subsc...

Using tried and true methods, in this episode I explain how to properly validate your app idea, then build it piece by piece, while iterating and gaining feedback from beta testers, so that you can impress investors enough to cough up their millions. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share this podcast, and if you'd like to show your support please visit: Patreon.com/straponyourboot...

It's easy to think that you have a billion dollar idea. But before trying to get an investor to fund your idea, you have to focus on your product or service and get as many customer as possible to find out if it's even worth investing in it. In this episode I'll tell you why you should focus on your product or service before talking to investors. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and sh...

When you are a full-time entrepreneur, typically you are working on multiple projects at a time. When building a company, there is a process that you have to go through, from whiteboard to launch. On a daily basis, your focus is usually devoted to each piece of this process. In this episode I explain why it's a good idea to go through this process at least once a year whether you are building a ne...

In this episode of Startup Journey I have the pleasure of talking with Corinne Rietheimer of Shore Soaps. Corinne started her company 6 years ago while working a full time job. She talks about the challenges of running a business, but also how she's been able to take the business out of her house and into two storefronts. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share this podcast, and if...

Running your startup over the course of a couple of years with your team is a very challenging thing to do without funding. The few that have succeeded are the success stories that you hear every day. A lot of these large companies at one point did something different, but realized it wasn’t working out. So they switched their business model (pivoted) to something that worked and eventually that l...

To most people, running your own business seems glorious, fun, exciting, and full of perks. But the truth is, running a business is difficult, challenging, and stressful at times. In this episode, I go through some of the challenges of running a business, and why it's worth all the hard work. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share this podcast, and if you'd like to show your suppor...

You would think the hardest part about building your business is actually creating your product. The hard truth is that anyone can learn how to code a mobile app and then launch it themselves. Or build a prototype with a 3D printer. The real challenge comes down to marketing and user acquisition. In this episode, I'll explain ways you can grow from 100 to 1000 to 100,000 users! If you enjoyed this...

​When you are first building your platform or product, you need to focus on what I like to call "The 4 Ts": Technology, Team, Traction, and Turning a profit. In this episode I will explain each of the 4 Ts to help you build your product and raise money from investors. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share this podcast, and if you'd like to show your support please visit: Patreon.c...

In this first episode of Startup Journey I welcome professional classical musician Rachel Segal. Rachel is the Founder and Executive Director of PrimaveraFund.org, a member of string quartet FairmountStrings.com, and performs for the Philadelphia Orchestra. Listen in to hear about Rachel's challenges, her journey while forming her nonprofit, and becoming a professional musician! If you enjoyed thi...

So you have a new idea for an app, a product, or a small business that will potentially allow you the freedom to quit your job. You might feel like it’s a daunting and intimidating path that you’re about to take. And it’s true, most people don’t take the risk, because they’re too afraid. So how do you eliminate the risk associated with quitting your job and starting a new business? Well first of a...

So another year has passed and you didn’t quit smoking cigarettes, you didn’t lose those extra 30 lbs, you didn’t get that promotion, and you didn’t start that new business you’ve been dreaming about. Well hopefully this will motivate you to change your life even by 10%. You can achieve any goal you set for yourself if you follow these 10 simple steps. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe...

Maybe you’re a business owner or want to be one. Either way, people come to you because you specialize in a certain service or product. Customers assume that you know the ins and outs of whatever it is you’re promoting. So you should not only have a website, but a blog as well. I'll tell you why in this episode. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and share this podcast, and if you'd like...