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SG Podcast Episode 127: From CIO to Solopreneur: Bill Huang's Journey in the Software Industry
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SG Podcast Episode 127: From CIO to Solopreneur: Bill Huang's Journey in the Software Industry

Another episode of the SG Podcast is live after a short break as I was busy with the recent move, holidays, new baby and general January busy-ness.

But we’re back in action and this episode was a fun one where I had the pleasure of speaking with Bill Huang, a seasoned software developer and entrepreneur. Bill opened up about his journey from a corporate employee to a solopreneur, dealing with challenges and building multiple businesses.

One of his best pieces of advice was on how to take a business idea - and especially a tech/AI product - from zero to one:

  1. Identifying Market Demand: Before diving into product development, ensure there is a proven market demand.

  2. Efficiency Over Features: Be ruthless in assessing whether a new feature is necessary; focus on delivering streamlined software.

  3. Supportive Partnerships: Work with individuals whose skills complement your own, particularly those with solid business networks.

Of course that was just the tip of the iceberg so make sure to listen to the episode or check it out on Youtube here:

Another key point we discussed: one of the hardest parts of being a solopreneur is the feeling of being alone, especially after being part of a cohesive team in a corporate setting. He touches on the importance of having someone to bounce ideas off of, as well as the resilience required to navigate the entrepreneurial landscape.

If you’re looking for someone in your corner for bi-weekly advice, weekly check-ins and more, just hit reply and let me know.

Hope you enjoy!

Where to find Bill Huang:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-huang-cto/

https://tenxguitar.com/

https://www.growtaft.com/

https://contractsage.com/

https://policy-sage.com/

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