#5 - Starting a startup - Entrepreneurship and more.#5 - Starting a startup - Entrepreneurship and more.
The Normon Podcast
Chris and Jake tell the VidSpace story. We built the app that we use to make memes for our Instagram account, @normonmemes. We worked on the app from 2012 to 2015. The app didn't take off but we learned a lot. We talk through our main lessons learned...
44:19•18 Oct 2018
From Vision to Reality: Chris and Jake's App-Building Adventure
“I just want to be able to look at my life and say: this is what I was put on this earth to do.”
Ever wondered what it takes to build an app from scratch? In this episode of The Normon Podcast, Chris and Jake open up about their journey with VidSpace, an app they developed between 2012 and 2015. Though the app didn't become a hit, the experience was a goldmine of lessons and insights. They dive into the nitty-gritty of what went right, what went wrong, and what they'd do differently if they had another go at it.
Chris puts it succinctly when he says, 'I just want to be able to look at my life and say: this is what I was put on this earth to do'. This episode isn't just for tech geeks; it's for anyone who's ever had a big idea and wondered how to make it happen.
Chris and Jake stress the importance of having a co-founder who shares your vision, the necessity of market research, and the value of being genuinely invested in your project. They also touch on why Mormons often excel as entrepreneurs, adding a unique cultural perspective to their story. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or simply curious about the highs and lows of startup life, this episode offers a candid, humorous, and insightful look into the world of app development.
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