E116 - Managing 300% growth while raising $120K from TinySeed (Craig Hewitt, Castos)

Oct 13, 2020

In today’s episode, Joe talks to Craig Hewitt, the founder of both Castos, a Wordpress plugin provider for easy podcast management and PodcastMotor where they provide turnkey, end-to-end podcast editing and production services. He’s also a co-host of RogueStartups Podcast.

 

Joe and Craig discuss the early years of Castos and joining the TinySeed team, massive growth in the podcasting industry, profitability versus growth, and the 30-60-90 Day plan. 

 

Tune in for more business growth tips!

 

Episode Resources

• Castos - Stay for the Audience Growth
• Craig Hewitt’s Website
• Leave an iTunes review or binge-watch on past episodes

 

WordPress Plugin for Podcast Hosting

• [00:01:35] Let's welcome Craig Hewitt! 
• [00:02:54] WordPress plugin in Castos  
• [00:04:55] Growth in the podcasting industry
• [00:07:30] Business growth in WPBuffs
• [00:08:50] The non-technical founder in a tech company
• [00:09:36] A peak at Castos early years
• [00:13:00] Investing in good developers, good systems
• [00:16:33] Joining the TinySeed team
• [00:23:10] Are you in the area of growth?
• [00:27:35] Profitability versus growth  
• [00:32:05] How will you spend your security money?
• [00:36:06] The process of hiring key people
• [00:40:59] The 30-60-90 Day plan
• [00:42:54] Overcoming challenges when building a business 
• [00:44:30] Connect with Craig Hewitt!