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Beyond TextExpander: Greg Scown’s journey after stepping down as co-founder
Goodbye, Startup Grind!
Marketing your bootstrapped startup, with Tanya Van Gastel (Co-founder of The Multiverse AI)
Road to profitability and AI, with Mercè Tell (Co-founder @ Encomenda Capital Partners)
Episode 086
Open source, open heart: Ghost’s John O’Nolan secret (spicy) sauce
Join Àlex Rodríguez Bacardit (CEO @ MarsBased) and John O’Nolan, founder of Ghost, as they delve into the world of independent, values-driven tech businesses. They discuss Ghost’s foundational structure, the role of transparency and bootstrapping in shaping the company, and how these principles impact product development and user loyalty. The conversation also touches on the challenges of competing with heavily funded competitors, the nuances of running a foundation, and the future of newsletter platforms.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur or a tech enthusiast, this episode offers deep insights into aligning business with core values.
Also, hot takes with hot salsas 🔥