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Marc Louvion (@marc_louvion) is the Maker of the Year 2023 and the visionary behind the innovative ShipFast. His product development philosophy emphasizes rapid shipping and focusing on feature-specific builds, which has transformed his approach to creating tech products. Utilizing platforms like ProductHunt for launches, Marc highlights the importance of pre-validation and community feedback in fine-tuning his products, illustrating his strategic and responsive methodology to product creation.

In our insightful conversation —that at some point turns into a founder brainstorming session— Marc delves into the emotional nuances of creators who navigate various expressive avenues, from entrepreneurship to writing, and then returning to coding. His journey with ShipFast showcases the blend of strategic foresight and serendipity crucial for digital market success, alongside the continuous process of innovation. The discussion dive into the intricacies of building a community around a product, the challenges of SaaS businesses, and the significance of maintaining a work-life balance that incorporates personal interests, which in turn fosters a lifestyle that integrates personal well-being with technological advancement.

Marc on Twitter: https://twitter.com/marc_louvion

00:00:00 Building and Launching

00:07:54 Building Startups, Creating Magic, Finding Success

00:13:41 Building a Community Around a Product

00:26:08 Building a Software Community Platform

00:32:25 Balancing Work and Life as Founders

00:41:43 Sharing Hobbies and Life Reflections

This episode is sponsored by Acquire.com

The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/marc-louvion-becoming-a-product-launch-beast/

The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/300-marc-louvion-becoming-a-product-launch-beast

The video: https://youtu.be/yFy1n1TPWNM

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• (00:00) - Building and Launching
• (07:54) - Building Startups, Creating Magic, Finding Success
• (13:41) - Building a Community Around a Product
• (26:08) - Building a Software Community Platform
• (32:25) - Balancing Work and Life as Founders
• (41:43) - Sharing Hobbies and Life Reflections

Have you ever questioned whether those big “game changing” investments are truly worth it for your business? Well in today's episode, I'm taking you through my own experience over the past four months since I brought the AEON Laser into Details and Swirls.

This wasn't just any decision. It was a major investment and a pivotal moment in my entrepreneurial career. And the results have been nothing short of incredible!

With the laser handling the heavy lifting, I've not only expanded my product offerings but also been able to focus on other important aspects of my biz. I'm so excited to share all the juicy details with you.

So if you're sitting on the fence about making a big investment in your business, this episode is for you! Whether it's the AEON laser or something else, you'll get a peek into how it's changed my business and help you decide if it's the right move for you.


In this episode, we cover:

• The incredible way the AEON laser revamped my product line and opened up a whole new world of possibilities
• How the AEON laser has cut my production time in half and improved my workflow
• The valuable lessons I've learned from venturing into new product areas
• Why adapting to the ever-changing landscape of online business is absolutely crucial for success
• The importance of being organized and having a plan, especially during the busy holiday season
• Why being transparent and realistic about your finances is non-negotiable
• All the awesome perks you get as a member of our Patreon community and why you should definitely check it out
• The reason you're never alone in your small business journey and how we can support each other

***The Details and Swirls Holiday Collection***
Our ornament shop is now open with beautiful new additions perfect for your holiday decor! Plus, throughout November, we're dropping gift guides filled with fabulous new products for your loved ones. Don't wait and head over to the holiday shop now! Let's make this holiday season the best one yet!


AEON Partner Link: If you’re thinking of purchasing a laser or upgrading your current one, click HERE to explore your options.
(Disclosure: The above link is an affiliate link, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. I only use affiliate links for products & services that I personally use and highly recommend!)


Related Episodes

• EP. 129 Laser Cutting & Why I Chose To Introduce the Aeon Laser Into My Business
• EP. 140 Get Your Small Biz Holiday Ready with These 8 Must Have Checklist Items
• EP. 141 Reflecting on My First Year Being a New Mom While Running a Business

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Welcome to the Nikisha King Podcast, where today is Business Class Thursdays, and we will be discussing sales. 

The term "sales" may conjure up negative connotations such as pushy tactics and high-pressure salespeople, but this is not the case. Sales is about understanding the customer's pain point and serving them in a way that solves their problem.

In this episode:

• I share the importance of understanding the customer's needs and providing a tailored experience that appeals to them.
• The need to invest in oneself to improve sales skills and confidence, which ultimately leads to increased revenue for the business.
• How to understand why and how you are serving your customers.
• How having a clear understanding of your value proposition will result in an increase in revenue.

Tune in to learn how to be better at selling by serving and improving your confidence. Remember, selling is what you need to do to generate revenue, and with the right mindset and approach, it can be a positive and successful aspect of your business.

Subscribe, listen, and share your thoughts with us. Your next chapter starts here.

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