Luck Surface Area | Episode 43 with Aaron Francis
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Join host Kevin Griffin as he welcomes Aaron Francis, co-founder of TryHard Studios, to discuss the journey from side projects to full-time success. Discover Aaron's insights on creating high-quality content for developers, increasing your luck surface area, and practical advice for taking your first steps in the tech industry. Learn about TryHard Studios' innovative approach to educational content and how Aaron balances his professional and family life while navigating the challenges of self-employment. If you're an aspiring developer or entrepreneur, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and inspiration!
Aaron on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@aarondfrancis
Aaron: https://aaronfrancis.com/
TryHard Studios: https://tryhardstudios.com/
High Performance Sqlite: https://highperformancesqlite.com/
Creators & Guests
- Kevin Griffin - Host
- Aaron Francis - Guest
00:00 Welcome and Introduction of Special Guest
01:58 The Origin of Try Hard Studios
03:04 Deep Dive into SQLite
05:33 The Journey to Starting a Business
07:54 Balancing Side Projects and Full-Time Work
19:00 The Transition to Full-Time Entrepreneurship
19:31 Screencasting and Other Ventures
27:00 Background and Early Career
28:21 Current Status of the Project
29:05 Choosing Evergreen Topics
30:25 Transition from Accounting to Software Development
32:11 The Concept of Luck Surface Area
36:51 Navigating Health Insurance as an Entrepreneur
45:12 Future Plans for Tryhard Studios
52:03 Action Over Inspiration: Final Advice
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