Bootstrapping Success: Tamir Bashkin's Journey with Zendesk Apps and Marketplace Insights

In this episode, Daniel interviews Tamir Bashkin, a solopreneur who bootstrapped a Zendesk integration company, achieving notable success in the CRM world with a $30k ARR. Tamir shares his expertise on leveraging marketplaces for growth, the pros and cons of platforms like Zendesk, and his approach to validating product ideas quickly.

He offers practical advice for aspiring developers and solopreneurs on navigating and profiting from app marketplaces, emphasizing the importance of rapid experimentation and market validation.

00:00 Introduction to Tamir and His Journey
01:10 The Power of Marketplaces for Growth
03:24 Challenges and Diversification in Marketplaces
04:43 Getting Started with Marketplace Plugins
07:16 Validating Your Marketplace Idea
11:39 Case Study: ThankYouGPT
16:22 Understanding Market Potential
23:04 Choosing the Right Marketplace
24:53 Pros and Cons of the Zendesk Marketplace
28:23 Final Tips for Marketplace Developers
29:40 Conclusion and Contact Information