In this podcast, Lukas Hermann, the founder of StageTimer—a popular event timing tool—shares his journey of building and expanding his product. He highlights the crucial role of saying "no" to unnecessary features, prioritizing user feedback through direct calls, and smartly adjusting pricing strategies, including one-time payments to minimize churn and enhance B2B sales. Lukas also recounts a significant acquisition offer he received and explains why he chose to decline it, opting instead to focus on ongoing learning and growth in his niche. He discusses the unique challenges of running a company in Germany and offers valuable advice for aspiring indie hackers: concentrate on creating a product that users love and be open to experimenting with different strategies.
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