Join us for an engaging conversation with serial entrepreneur John Rush as we explore a variety of startup ideas and opportunities centered around directories and Micro-SaaS. In this episode, we delve into the rising indie hacker trend, the power of micro-influencers, and the potential of directories. John shares his proven framework and strategy for validating directories and discusses why micro-influencers are the most underpriced advertising channel in 2024. Whether you're looking to start your first million-dollar business or are curious about entrepreneurial strategies, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration. Don’t miss this essential guide to launching a successful startup! 🚀  My FREE 5 day email course to learn how to build a business of the future using the ACP funnel:https://www.communityempire.co/free-course 🎯 To build your own portfolio businesses powered by community you might enjoy my membership. You'll get my full course with all my secrets on building businesses, peer-groups to keep you accountable, business ideas every single month and more! Spots are limited. https://www.communityempire.co/ 📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com 70,000+ people are already subscribed. FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenbergInstagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND JOHN ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://x.com/johnrushxLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnrushx/ Episode Timestamp: 00:00 Intro 01:44 First business: Micro-SaaS growth/marketing tools 05:37 Second business: Startup validation as a service 13:49 The influencer marketing landscape 23:49 Why directories are underrated 30:22 Third business: Localized directories 35:35 Framework for finding/validating directory ideas