🎧 This episode features: Daniel Vassallo, Founder of Small BetsDaniel left a high-paying job at Amazon to pursue a life of experimentation, leading to the creation of Small Bets—a global community that helps creators and indie founders launch micro-projects with purpose and sustainability. Recently his community was acquired by Gumroad for $3.5 Million! In this episode, Daniel breaks down:Why “small bets” beat big leapsHis personal journey from corporate to creatorHow the Small Bets community helps people build freedom-first businessesResources, tools, and frameworks that helped him succeedWhether you're just starting out or looking for a smarter way to scale, Daniel’s insights are packed with practical wisdom and thoughtful strategies to build on your own terms.Episode sponsor: Go to porkbun.com/LAVIP to get a .PRO domain for only $1 for the first year at PorkbunDon't miss out on the next WeAreLATech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://wearelatech.com/podcast“Indie Success: Daniel Vassallo's Small Bets Community Journey to $3.5M Acquisition”WeAreLATech Podcast is a WeAreTech.fm production.WeAreLATech 'Experience' Club http://wearelatech.club To be featured on the podcast go to http://wearelatech.com/feature-your-la-startup/Want to be featured in the WeAreLATech Community? Create your profile here http://wearelatech.com/communityHost,Espree Devorahttps://x.com/espreedevorahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/espreeGuest,Daniel Vassallohttps://dvassallo.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/danielvassalloFor a calendar of all LA Startup events go to, http://WeAreLATech.comTo further immerse yourself into the LA Tech community go to http://wearelatech.com/vipResources Mentioned:Small Bets, https://smallbets.comGumroad, https://gumroad.comThe Good Parts of AWS, https://dvassallo.gumroad.com/l/aws-good-partsAntifragile, https://www.amazon.com/Antifragile-Things-That-Disorder-Incerto/dp/0812979680Luma, https://lu.maPeople Mentioned:Sahil Lavingia, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sahillavingiaJason Fried, https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-friedPaul Graham, https://x.com/paulgCredits:Produced and Hosted by Espree Devora, http://espreedevora.comStory Produced, Edited and Mastered by Cory JenningsProduction and Voiceover by Adam CarrollTeam support by Janice GeronimoMusic by Jay Huffman, https://soundcloud.com/jayhuffmanShort Title: Small BetsStep into the vibrant heart of Los Angeles's tech community with WeAreLATech 'Experience' Club, crafted by Espree Devora, an "artist of human connection."Since 2012 this connective club has united the brightest in tech—from engineers to investors, product people to designers to founders— for extraordinary in-person activities. Move beyond standard mixers to connect through unique experiences such as horseback riding, clay pigeon shooting, rooftop cocktails, and luxury beach picnics. The Club prioritizes deep, quality connections within a strong, curated culture, offering dynamic settings to expand your professional network. Embrace the opportunity to forge lasting memories and invaluable partnerships within LA's tech ecosystem. Discover more and join our journey at www.wearelatech.club, and gain further insights on the WeAreLATech Podcast.

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