The Koerner Office – Business Ideas and Small Business Deep Dives with Entrepreneurs
064: An Online Guessing Game Making $4k/Month
Today, we've got a special story to share with you, one that showcases the principles that paved the way for a small software engineer to create a thriving game business.—
In this episode, we'll delve into the tale of Laszlo, a 31-year-old software engineer from Budapest, Hungary, who turned a simple idea into a game generating a monthly revenue of 4 grand. We'll break down the three key principles that underpin Laszlo's success: focusing on a quality product, leveraging virality and user engagement, and keeping expenses minimal while diversifying revenue sources.
Introduction:
- Welcome to the podcast, exploring the journeys of entrepreneurs.
- Preview of Laszlo's story and the principles behind his success.
Principle 1: Focus on Creating a Quality Product:
- Laszlo's dedication to developing an engaging movie-themed guessing game.
- Importance of delivering exceptional value to customers.
- Tips for business owners: Listen to customer feedback, iterate, and continuously improve offerings.
Principle 2: Leverage Virality and User Engagement:
- How Laszlo's game achieved unexpected virality through social media and major news sites.
- Strategies for creating buzz around your business online.
- Encouraging user-generated content and genuine customer experiences.
Principle 3: Keep Expenses Minimal and Revenue Diversified:
- Laszlo's approach to managing expenses and exploring diverse revenue streams.
- Importance of regularly reviewing business expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Tips for revenue diversification: Premium services, affiliate marketing, and subscription models.
Conclusion:
- Recap of the three principles: Quality product, virality, and revenue management.
- Encouragement for listeners to apply these principles in their own ventures.
- Preview of upcoming episodes and entrepreneurs' stories.
Senaste avsnitt
En liten tjänst av I'm With Friends. Finns även på engelska.