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Rogue Startups

RogueStartups

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Frequency: 1 episode/10d. Total Eps: 50

On Rogue Startups we share the journey of startup founders as they're growing their businesses. We feature experts in the fields of sales, marketing, and product development to hear how they're growth hacking their productized services and SaaS products. If you're on the journey of an entrepreneur then tune and hear how we're tackling some of the same obstacles you may be facing, and how we're winning in the game of business. Listeners of Startups for the Rest of Us, My First Million, Mixergy, and Bootstrapped Web will love checking out our show.

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🇬🇧 Great Britain - entrepreneurship
27/06/2025
#95
🇩🇪 Germany - entrepreneurship
03/05/2025
#86
🇬🇧 Great Britain - entrepreneurship
28/04/2025
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🇬🇧 Great Britain - entrepreneurship
26/04/2025
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🇬🇧 Great Britain - entrepreneurship
25/04/2025
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🇬🇧 Great Britain - entrepreneurship
24/04/2025
#39
🇬🇧 Great Britain - entrepreneurship
23/04/2025
#83

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RS341: Microconf 2025 Recap

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 • Duration 17:48

Craig recaps his biggest takeaways from MicroConf 2025, reflecting on lessons in positioning, lead generation, conference ROI, and the power of going all in on what’s working. From tactical marketing insights to personal reflections, this episode delivers both strategic clarity and founder fuel.

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RS340: Is AI Killing SaaS w/ Tim Schumacher

Wednesday, March 19, 2025 • Duration 43:00

In this episode of Rogue Startups, Craig sits down with founder and entrepreneur Tim Schumacher to discuss his insights on AI, the future of SaaS, and what makes a company successful.

In 2001, Tim co-founded Sedo.com, the world's largest domain marketplace. Since selling the company, he’s been active as an Entrepreneur and/or Investor in various start-ups, such as Eyeo (makers of Adblock Plus), Ecosia, Hitfox, Aklamio, Miomente, PiwikPro, BasicThinking, Home, Zolar, Joblift, SaaS.group, and others.

Highlights from Craig and Tim’s conversation:

The future of SaaS keeps founders up at night
Using artificial intelligence to analyze feedback and company metrics for smarter decision-making
How to make your data, and your customers' data, available across multiple platforms and environments
What impact will AI and automation have on the economy and the future of work?
Why are some in the SaaS industry still hesitant to adopt AI, and what are their fears?
Key factors that drive business growth and longevity.
Product-Market Fit vs Founder-Market Fit: Understanding the difference and why both matter.
Starting a business at the intersection between climate tech and AI
Remote work vs in-office culture: How the workplace dynamic is evolving in the age of digital transformation.

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If you feel like Rogue Startups has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Feel free to reach out to me:

Twitter: @TheCraigHewitt
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RS331: I'm Still Here...

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 • Duration 09:23

After a 2+ month hiatus, we're back!

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Sorry for the pause in episodes, but thank you for tuning in this week.

In this episode I talk through why the forever long break in the podcast, what I've learned in that time, and where things are with me and the business.

But most of all, I want to hear from you...what do you want out of this podcast.

Hit me up on Twitter, LinkedIn or even Bluesky

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RS330: Product-Led Playbook with Wes Bush

Wednesday, October 9, 2024 • Duration 47:52

Wes Bush is a leading authority on product-led growth (PLG) and is here to guide Craig through the playbook for implementing product-led strategies in your business. This episode is invaluable for entrepreneurs eager to understand how product-led growth works, as well as those skeptical about its effectiveness. Listeners will gain insights into the product-led mindset and methodology that Wes employs for successful PLG implementation.

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Do you have any comments, questions, or topic ideas for future episodes? Send Craig an email at podcast@roguestartups.com. If you feel like our podcast has benefited you and it might benefit someone else, please share it with them. If you have a chance, give Rogue Startups a review on iTunes. We’ll see you next week!

Highlights from Craig and Wes’ conversation:

Differences and Similarities Between Product-Led Growth (PLG) and Self-Service SaaS
How to Leverage PLG as a Marketing Tool
Internal to External Growth Loops (e.g., Canva)
Providing Value and Education to Empower Customers
Overcoming the Fear of Change and Embracing Creative Destruction
The Product-Led Implementation Program and Wes Bush’s New Book
From Contender to Leader: Navigating Your Market
Castos: A Case Study in Product-Led Growth

A Little About Wes:

Wes is an entrepreneur, author, and product-led coach. Over 500,000 people have read his Product-Led Growth book and listened to the ProductLed Podcast.

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Wes on LinkedIn

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“Why Nations Fail” by Daron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson

How To Hire For Growth

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 • Duration 14:20

In this episode of Rogue Startups, I dug into several pressing questions from the community. From knowing when to pull the plug on a marketing channel to the debate around hiring for support versus sales, we covered ground that matters deeply to founders and entrepreneurs. Here’s a breakdown of the key takeaways that can help you level up your startup game.

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1. When Should You Know if a Channel is Working?

A common dilemma many founders face is determining whether a new marketing channel is working. If you’ve ever wondered how long you should invest in a channel before calling it quits, you’re not alone.

Here’s how I break it down:

Give New Channels at Least 90 Days: If you’re starting fresh with a channel, 90 days is the minimum timeframe to give it. Less than that is almost never enough.
Existing Channels Need Time Too: Even for established channels that you’re tweaking or optimizing, 90 days is still a good baseline. After that, look at the data to guide your decision.
Focus on Leading Indicators: Whether it’s impressions on LinkedIn, open rates in email campaigns, or early engagement in SEO, you need to assess the leading metrics first. These are the earliest signs that a channel is gaining traction.

For example, if you’re working on LinkedIn, impressions tell you whether your content is even being seen. Engagement and DM conversations are steps that follow, but focusing on what starts the funnel will help you decide if you should stick with it.

2. The Support, Success, or Sales Dilemma

Another big question I often get asked is, “How do I know whether I need to hire for support, sales, or customer success?” This decision depends largely on where your business is in its growth stage and the roles you want to fill.

Support Roles: These are typically more reactive—answering support tickets, maintaining a knowledge base, and troubleshooting. If customers are having common issues, or if onboarding is a bottleneck, it might be time to bring in a support team member.

RS328: Are you Productive or Effective as a founder?

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 • Duration 14:27

Running a business is both incredibly rewarding and exhausting. Over the years, I’ve experienced highs of motivation and productivity, but I’ve also hit those low points, battling burnout and loneliness. In this post, I want to share some of the habits, strategies, and mindset shifts that have helped me stay in the game and maintain the discipline and accountability necessary to keep moving forward. If you’re a founder—or on any long-term entrepreneurial journey—I hope these insights can help you do the same.

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The Isolation of Being a Founder

Being a single founder can be a lonely journey. For me, working from home, with my wife and kids out for the day, often leaves me in the company of my dog and cats. While solitude has its perks, isolation can be damaging to both motivation and productivity.

Find Community: Join a mastermind group or work from a co-working space. Being around people, even casually, can be a game-changer. I started playing tennis twice a week—not because I’m a tennis fanatic, but because it gives me a social outlet and some physical exercise. Finding balance between work, family, and social time is key to staying mentally sharp.
Surround Yourself with Peers: Programs like TinySeed or the DC Accelerator not only offer education but surround you with like-minded individuals who push you to level up. In my career, the periods when I’ve had a strong community around me have been my most productive.

Accountability: The Secret Weapon for Consistent Progress

One of the biggest myths in entrepreneurship is the idea of the “solopreneur” doing everything on their own. The reality? Success comes from being accountable, whether it’s to your team or an external source.

Accountability to Your Team: I’ve got payroll to meet, and employees who count on me. That creates built-in accountability. But even if you’re a one-person operation, you need some form of this. Whether it’s a peer accountability partner or joining a program with structured check-ins, having someone who will ask, “Did you get that done?” is crucial.

Daily Structure for Focus and Efficiency Sharing Your Work Avoiding Negati...

RS327: 3 Traits Of Successful Founders w/ Rob Walling

Wednesday, September 11, 2024 • Duration 44:07

Craig has TinySeed’s Rob Walling in the hot seat today. They’re chatting about defining, attaining, and maintaining success. What does success mean to you? How do focus, clarity, and execution fit into it? Rob, a leading founder and one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the SaaS industry, shares his expert advice and insights on achieving success.

Highlights from Craig and Rob’s conversation:

What makes Rob Walling a successful founder
How to gain clarity and focus in your decision-making
Relentless execution: why the winners are those who practice every day
Intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation
Creating a network of accountability
The parallels between “fitness” and being a founder
- Making success fun
- Finding someone to hold you accountable
Is there a one-stop shop for founders?
The layers of Rob’s business model funnel

A Little About Rob:

Rob Walling is the founder of TinySeed, host of Startups For The Rest Of Us, and of MicroConf. Rob has bootstrapped multiple startups to exit, most recently Drip. He has been advising, mentoring, and investing in startups for more than a decade. He has also written The SaaS Playbook which aims to help entrepreneurs strategize and build frameworks from the trenches so they can grow successful SaaS companies.

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RS326: 5 Things Most Founders Struggle With

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 • Duration 19:12

Today’s a solo episode with Craig where he’s talking through the 5 common topics and themes that he helps most of his coaching clients through.

Whether it’s through his 1:1 coaching with private clients or in serving as Advisor In Residence at TinySeed, where he’s advised over 50 SaaS founders, a few common patterns have emerged.

These topics include:

Managing Uncertainty
Getting a Sanity Check On New Initiatives
Being An Accountability Partner
Navigating Financial Troubles
Sales & Marketing Strategy

Most important thing to remember from this is that being a founder is tough, but you are not alone. Text a friend, join a community, get a coach, but somehow build that support network around yourself so that you can thrive as a founder to grow your business.

If you’re interested in learning more about my one-on-one founder coaching head over to craighewitt.me/coaching – I offer free 30 minute consultation sessions, and if we’re a good fit to work together we can go from there.

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RS325: Stuck? Ask Yourself These 3 Questions

Friday, August 30, 2024 • Duration 10:00

Are you a SaaS founder feeling stuck, unmotivated, or unsure about your next move? In this video, I dive into three powerful questions that can help you break through mental barriers and gain clarity on your business’s direction.

These thought-provoking questions will challenge you to confront hard truths, think like an outsider, and tap into your own wisdom. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, these insights will help you refocus and reinvigorate your entrepreneurial journey. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a fresh perspective on your SaaS business!

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RS324: $100 Million Bootstrapped SaaS with Adam Robinson

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 • Duration 41:34

In this episode of the Rogue Startups podcast, Craig sits down with Adam Robinson to explore key topics such as founder psychology, overcoming self-limiting beliefs, and avoiding self-sabotage. They delve into how to identify and break free from the plateau and gradual decline that can occur when you believe you have achieved product-market fit but haven’t. Adam, who has built multiple successful businesses, shares his valuable insights and practical tips with Craig. Don’t miss out—tune in to gain actionable advice from an experienced entrepreneur!

#Highlights from Craig and Adam’s conversation:

The success story behind Adam’s unicorn B2B SaaS business
An in-depth exploration of achieving product-market fit
The importance of establishing effective business processes
How to avoid the entrepreneurial trap: recognizing when to transition to a new venture
The story behind “2,300 sign-ups and 13 paying customers, 6 weeks after launch”
How Adam deals with bad press when he pushes the envelope
The future of data privacy and cookies
Creating value for customers and learning from mentors and successful entrepreneurs

#A Little About Adam:

Adam is the CEO of Retention.com. Retention.com is the industry-leading Shopify e-commerce solution for increasing revenue. They enable email-based retargeting so brands can re-engage lapped audiences and grow their email lists for the future. On the outside, Retention.com is a magic wand that makes money fall from the sky. He also runs RB2B, a website that helps identify your anonymous website visitors.

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