social presence

Thibault Louis-Lucas (@tibo_maker), or Tibo for short, is the indie hacker and innovator behind successful ventures like TweetHunter and Taplio — which he sold for over $10M!

In this episode, we unravel Thibault's thrilling journey from the joys of product creation to the intricacies of selling a business on the global stage. He shares his strategies for tripling revenue post-acquisition, the pivotal role of community engagement, and his candid insights on AI risks, nomadic lifestyles, and the ever-evolving tech landscape.

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned developer, join us for an enlightening conversation that's as much a masterclass in the art of SaaS as it is a celebration of community and adaptability in the digital age.

Tibo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tibo_maker

00:00:00 Building Products
00:17:22 Building Stable Efficient Software Product
00:24:59 AI Risks and Nomadic Lifestyle Discussion
00:33:52 Video Content for Indie Hackers
00:41:31 Building in Public, Power of Feedback

This episode is sponsored by Acquire.com

The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/thibault-louis-lucas-selling-a-10m-saas-and-building-another-one/

The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/288-thibault-louis-lucas-selling-a-10m-saas-and-building-another-one 

The video: https://youtu.be/csp6vI8lKt4

You'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com

Podcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcast

Newsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletter

My book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/

My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/

My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.com

Here are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.
- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx
- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid
- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid
- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60
- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ
- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q
- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw

• (00:00) - Building Products
• (17:22) - Building Stable Efficient Software Product
• (24:59) - AI Risks and Nomadic Lifestyle Discussion
• (33:52) - Video Content for Indie Hackers
• (41:31) - Building in Public, Power of Feedback

Tune into this episode to learn how to gain a following on YouTube and why Shopify's Starter Plan might be the best way to sell your products online. 

For more on Steve the Bartender and show notes: https://www.shopify.com/blog/cocktail-guide-content-marketing?utm_campaign=shopifymasters&utm_medium=youtube&utm_source=podcast

Today, Maria talks with Kristin Palmer, Director of Online Learning Programs at the University of Virginia, where she manages their online site, which showcases diverse courses, certificates, and degrees across the University of Virginia (UVA).

Kristin oversees 52 courses and 7 specializations on Coursera, serving over 4 million students with net revenues of more than 12 million USD. She is also the administrator of LinkedIn Learning and Coursera courses for the professional development of UVA students, faculty and staff at UVA.

Kristin has a bachelors in photography from Rochester University, a masters in Learning, Design and Technology from Stanford University and a doctorate in Educational Leadership and Change from Fielding Graduate University in Santa Barbara. 

She regularly publishes best practices for teaching online and hybrid courses and provides faculty training through various services, from self-serve how-to guides and videos to one-to-one consultations and workshops. She is an International speaker on educational technologies, innovation, massive open online courses, workforce development and open educational resources. 

Maria and Kristin unpack the design of online learning and distance education programs offered across UVA. They also discuss the community of inquiry framework and share best practices for cognitive, teaching and social presence. 

They conclude their conversation with a deep dive into the African Scholarship Cohort, the flagship program of the nonprofit organization Distance Education for Africa. Kristin shares her experience running the African Scholarship cohort program that offers monthly entrepreneurship courses available for free through a collaboration between UVA and Coursera.

To provide a localized resource for business students and leaders who want to create robust businesses in Africa, Kristin co-published the book “African Business Case Studies Vol 1”, a collection of business case studies written by the participants of the African Scholarship Cohort.

Tune in to learn from an inspirational leader in higher education who is making an impact on the world, helping to alleviate poverty, and promoting gender equity through accessible and affordable online education.

 Listen to this episode and explore:

Introducing Kristin Palmer and sharing highlights from today's episode (1:08)

Growing up poor and watching her mother claw her family out of poverty (4:40)

How a professor at Stanford University created new learning experiences for Kristin (5:38)

Reflecting on her teaching experience as an undergrad student (6:42)

Exploring graduate school options and finding the love of her life (8:17)

Sharing her experience working at Hewlett-Packard (10:06)

Completing her Master’s in Learning, Design and Technology at Stanford University (12:52)

Getting into K12 education (technology & curriculum) at Children’s Health Council (13:40)

How Kristin developed learning programs for special-needs students (15:28)

Using the Community of Inquiry framework to build a community of lifelong learners (17:26)

Unpacking the cognitive, social and teaching presence of the Community of Inquiry framework (18:46)

How Kristin found her way to the University of Virginia (UVA) after consulting for The Disney Company (22:21)

How Kristin got involved in co-creating the first online learning programs at UVA (24:56)

The evolution of online learning programs at UVA over the years (26:30)

Discussing on-campus and online degrees and certificates at UVA (29:48)

A deeper look at Coursera and LinkedIn Learning for continuous professional development at UVA (32:16)

How students' learning preferences have evolved amid the pandemic (35:57)

Envisioning the future of teaching and learning at UVA post-pandemic (39:19)

Sharing best practices for the design of online learning programs (42:32)

Why flexibility and multiple modalities are essential in higher education (45:34)

How Kristin’s partnership with the Distance Education for Africa started (47:00)

The collaboration of UVA with Coursera to support the African Scholarship Cohort (ASC) program (48:54)

Offering free educational resources and customized support to the ASC program students (53:00)

Publishing a collection of business case studies written by the participants of the ASC program (54:08)

The importance of African youth and the role of education in our society (55:56)

What Kristin wants to leave her mark on within her lifetime (01:00:12)

Maria’s request to listeners to recommend future guests and support the podcast (01:02:07)

Where to find more about Kristin Palmer:

LinkedIn

Online Learning at University of Virginia

 Mentioned in this episode:

Online Learning Programs at University of Virginia

Coursera for University of Virginia

Community of Inquiry (CoI)

Kristin on SlideShare

Distance Education for Africa 

African Business Case Studies Vol.1 

Decker Walker at Stanford University

James Hilton (former VP and CIO at University of Virginia)

Jeanne M. Liedtka at Darden School of Business at University of Virginia 

Prof. Edward Hess at Darden School of Business at University of Virginia

Small Changes, Big Impact at UVA Center for Teaching Excellence

Class Central

Leading with Lollipops

Episode 94 on Flipped Learning with Robert Talbert

 Production team:

Host & Producer: Maria Xenidou

Introduction Voice: David Bourne

 Contact us:

impactlearningpodcast(at)gmail.com

Music credits:

Like Lee performed by The Mini Vandals

Transition Sounds: Swamp Walks performed by Jingle Punks

In this episode, George discusses his successful Facebook group strategy and the importance of controlling user-generated content. Discover how he navigates a group of 1400-1500 members while maintaining a structured environment. Learn the benefits of setting expectations, providing prompts, and guiding members to actively participate. 

If you're interested in building a community-focused group with meaningful engagement, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tips.

Looking for access to my entire book recommendation library? Check out my Amazon Storefront -- your hub for a curated collection of transformative books covering business, marketing, mindset, and personal development. Shop HERE 📖

—

Discover the secrets to building lasting relationships with your customers and boosting your retention with The Last Customer Journey - a 5-part video series designed to help you master a relationship-based marketing approach. 

With actionable insights and proven strategies, you'll learn how to connect with your audience on a deeper level, establish know, like, and trust, and create an unforgettable customer experience that keeps them coming back for more. 

Don't miss this opportunity to transform your business and take your customer relationships to the next level. Sign up now for this free series!

—

If you have any questions or comments about the episode, I’d love to hear from you! Send me a DM over on Instagram @itsgeorgebryant or pop on over to our free Facebook community, Relationship Beat Algorithms.

Join George as he uncovers the secrets to finding your most ideal audience on social media. In this episode, he dispels the myth that social media is a "build it and they will come" platform, emphasizing the need to evolve and meet customers where they are. Learn the importance of psychographic research, understanding your avatar, and identifying their emotional states.

Discover the three levels of beliefs—rocks, reefs, and shoals—essential for understanding your customer. George provides actionable steps for navigating platforms based on your audience, whether it's CEOs on LinkedIn or health-conscious females on Facebook. Understand the power of relationship-building and how to add value without being transactional.

Whether you're focusing on Facebook groups or Instagram, George shares strategies to attract your ideal customers authentically. Remember, there's no such thing as over-giving. Learn how to initiate touch points, build quality relationships, and create a ripple effect of recommendations.

Looking for access to my entire book recommendation library? Check out my Amazon Storefront -- your hub for a curated collection of transformative books covering business, marketing, mindset, and personal development. Shop HERE 📖

—

Discover the secrets to building lasting relationships with your customers and boosting your retention with The Last Customer Journey - a 5-part video series designed to help you master a relationship-based marketing approach. 

With actionable insights and proven strategies, you'll learn how to connect with your audience on a deeper level, establish know, like, and trust, and create an unforgettable customer experience that keeps them coming back for more. 

Don't miss this opportunity to transform your business and take your customer relationships to the next level. Sign up now for this free series!

—

If you have any questions or comments about the episode, I’d love to hear from you! Send me a DM over on Instagram @itsgeorgebryant or pop on over to our free Facebook community, Relationship Beat Algorithms.