Being a solo founder can feel incredibly lonely. I've struggled with asking for help. This post shares my journey to building a supportive network and overcoming isolation.
This post dives into my personal struggle with perfectionism during a recent MVP build, revealing how it nearly derailed a launch. I'll share the specific mental traps I fell into and introduce a 'Minimum Lovable Feature' framework to help other solo founders overcome analysis paralysis and ship faster, even when it feels incomplete.
Building fast means pushing limits, but I’ve learned to recognize the subtle signs of burnout before they become full-blown crises. I share my personal 'micro-recovery' tactics.
I'll share my introverted approach to building a small, but powerful, online community of fellow indie makers, focusing on authentic connections over 'networking' tactics, and how it's been crucial for my journey.
I recount my journey of discovering the power of small, authentic collaborations with other indie makers and micro-influencers, and how these 'micro-partnerships' delivered unexpected reach and validation without any budget.