An Update

In this update, I talk about my upcoming move back to the US and how it affects my podcast schedule. I’m shifting to weekly Friday episodes and working through some technical delays on interviews.

Bootstrap, Business, Entrepreneurship, StartupIsaiah O'ConnorJune 13, 2025AtheozBusiness, Bootstrap, Entrepreneurship, Startup, Business Growth, Personal Growth

Remastered Episode 29: What’s Holding You Back? Ep 1 – Fear

In this remastered episode, I confront fear, the hidden force that keeps many from pursuing their business dreams. Learn why fear shows up and how to face it to break free and grow.

Bootstrap, Business, Entrepreneurship, StartupIsaiah O'ConnorMay 29, 2025AtheozBusiness, Bootstrap, Entrepreneurship, Startup, Business Growth, Personal Growth

Remastered Episode 28: The "What is holding you back?" series intro.

In this remastered episode, I introduce a new series on the internal roadblocks that keep entrepreneurs from moving forward. I explain why fear is the first one we need to tackle.

Bootstrap, Business, Entrepreneurship, StartupIsaiah O'ConnorMay 29, 2025AtheozBusiness, Bootstrap, Entrepreneurship, Startup, Business Growth, Personal Growth

Remastered Episode 27: Have you become institutionalized?

In this remastered episode, I discuss how avoiding risks can cost you opportunities and keep you stuck in a routine.

Bootstrap, Business, Entrepreneurship, StartupIsaiah O'ConnorMay 28, 2025AtheozBusiness, Bootstrap, Entrepreneurship, Startup, Business Growth, Personal Growth

Remastered Episode 26: Ready FIRE aim!

In this remastered episode I look back on rushing into business and how bootstrapping helped me get it right without risking everything.

Bootstrap, Business, Entrepreneurship, StartupIsaiah O'ConnorMay 27, 2025AtheozBusiness, Bootstrap, Entrepreneurship, Startup, Business Growth, Personal Growth

Remastered Series Episode 25: Typecasting yourself

I explore how we often limit ourselves by only seeing what we’ve done before. You might be more valuable than you realize.

Bootstrap, Business, Entrepreneurship, StartupIsaiah O'ConnorMay 26, 2025AtheozBusiness, Bootstrap, Entrepreneurship, Startup, Business Growth, Personal Growth

Putting the Cart Before the Horse: Market First, Build Later?

Are you launching too early? In this episode, I unpack what happens when buzz outruns substance and how the Go-Giver laws can guide better business choices.

Bootstrap, Business, Entrepreneurship, StartupIsaiah O'ConnorMay 23, 2025AtheozBusiness, Bootstrap, Entrepreneurship, Startup, Business Growth, Personal Growth

Remastered Episode: 24 Jack Of All Trades

Wearing every hat in your business? That’s not failure — that’s growth. Learn how to develop "good enough" skills now so you can hire specialists later.

Bootstrap, Business, Entrepreneurship, StartupIsaiah O'ConnorMay 22, 2025AtheozBusiness, Bootstrap, Entrepreneurship, Startup, Business Growth, Personal Growth

Remastered Episode 23: Talentless

Feel like you weren’t born with talent? You might not need it. This remastered episode breaks down how skill can be built—and why that’s great news.

Bootstrap, Business, Entrepreneurship, StartupIsaiah O'ConnorMay 21, 2025AtheozBusiness, Bootstrap, Entrepreneurship, Startup, Business Growth, Personal Growth

Remastered Episode 22: Deconstructing Passion

Passion is not just something you follow; it’s also something you build.

Bootstrap, Business, Entrepreneurship, StartupIsaiah O'ConnorMay 20, 2025AtheozBusiness, Bootstrap, Entrepreneurship, Startup, Business Growth, Personal Growth

Remastered Episode 21: Stop Marketing

Stop marketing your product or service. Start marketing the emotion it creates. That’s when people buy.

Bootstrap, Business, Entrepreneurship, StartupIsaiah O'ConnorMay 19, 2025AtheozBusiness, Bootstrap, Entrepreneurship, Startup, Business Growth, Personal Growth

Revisiting Required Secondary Powers: Discipline

Discipline isn’t glamorous. No one claps when you stick to your calendar or follow through on a plan. But for me, it’s the muscle that keeps everything moving.