Episode 282
Launching a Journal to Make Men Stronger
How to start, build, & grow your idea using crowdfunding, bootstrapping, licensing and growth capital.
The Unofficial Shopify Podcast · Kurt Elster, Ollie Aplin
June 2, 202050m 17s
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Show Notes
In this episode, you'll hear how a designer and entrepreneur from the UK turned a personal tragedy into a compelling story and business that has helped thousands of men live better lives.
Ollie Aplin is the co-founder of MindJournal, the global men's journaling movement a mission to help guys feel happier and healthier.
We ask him:
- Why journaling and why journaling for men?
- Why launch on Kickstarter? (Building a community and validation was key)
- How did you overcome the fear of putting yourself out there and taking a risk both emotionally and financially?
- What lessons have you learned about yourself, or entrepreneurship since launching in 2016
- The one piece of advice you would give to other entrepreneurs who are thinking about launching a new business or product in 2020
Links Mentioned
- Kickstarter
- Mindjournals - Use code KURT20 to get 20% off your first Journal
- IG:@ollieaplin
- Do Purpose by David Hieatt
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