WeAreLATech Los Angeles Startups Podcast, hosted by Espree Devora

Building Fast, Leading Thoughtfully: Clayton Lengel-Zigich on Frameworks, Fatherhood & Fast Launches

In this episode, we sit down with Clayton Lengel-Zigich, a seasoned developer, Founder at LaBounty Labs, and proud girl dad. Clayton shares his approach to launching projects quickly, how he stays inspired in a fast-paced tech world, and the frameworks he uses to manage projects without getting stuck in over-planning.💡 What You’ll Learn:How to structure your workflow for fast, iterative launchesWhere developers and product teams can find fresh inspirationClayton’s favorite project management frameworksThe unexpected ways fatherhood has influenced his leadership styleWhy done is better than perfect—especially in early-stage techWhether you’re a founder, engineer, or team lead, this episode is packed with actionable insights and real-world wisdom._____Episode sponsor: Go to porkbun.com/LAVIP to get a .PRO domain for only $1 for the first year at Porkbun_____Don't miss out on the next WeAreLATech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://wearelatech.com/podcast“Building Fast, Leading Thoughtfully: Clayton Lengel-Zigich on Frameworks, Fatherhood & Fast Launches”WeAreLATech Podcast is a WeAreTech.fm production.WeAreLATech 'Experience' Club http://wearelatech.clubTo 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,Clayton Lengel-Zigichhttps://claytonlz.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/claytonlzFor 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.com37signals, https://37signals.comLean Startup, https://theleanstartup.comLean Coffee, https://leancoffee.orgSoftware for Your Head, https://www.amazon.com/Software-Your-Head-Protocols-Maintaining/dp/0201604566Live In Greatness, https://liveingreatness.comPeople Mentioned:Jason Fried, https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-friedDaniel Vassallo, https://dvassallo.com/Credits:Produced and Hosted by Espree Devora, http://espreedevora.comStory Produced, Edited and Mastered by Cory Jennings, https://www.coryjennings.com/Production and Voiceover by Adam Carroll, http://www.ariacreative.ca/Team support by Janice GeronimoMusic by Jay Huffman, https://soundcloud.com/jayhuffmanShort Title: Clayton Lengel-Zigich Step 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Design Decisions: Launching Fast, Buying Smart Domains & Building Brands with Matt Farley

Featured Guest: Matt Farley – Product Designer at Side VenturesTopics Covered:💡 Build vs. Buy: Matt’s process for deciding whether to acquire a small project or start from scratch🖌️ Logo Design vs. Logo Creation: How to approach branding, and what it’s like collaborating with a designer🚀 Getting Into Design: How Matt broke into product and logo design, and his advice for aspiring creatives🌐 Domain Hosting Tips: What to consider when launching your next digital venture----Episode sponsor: Go to porkbun.com/LAVIP to get a .PRO domain for only $1 for the first year at Porkbun-----Don't miss out on the next WeAreLATech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://wearelatech.com/podcastWelcome to WeAreLATech's Los Angeles Tech Community Spotlight!   “The Designer's Toolbox: Behind Logo Creation and Design with Matt Farley”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://twitter.com/espreedevorahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/espreeGuest,Matt Farleyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-farley-32526014For 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:Side Ventures, https://sideventures.coBootstrap Logos, https://bootstraplogos.comSmall Bets, https://smallbets.comGumroad, https://gumroad.comCreator Now, https://www.youtube.com/@creatornow37signals, https://37signals.comFly, https://fly.ioLaws of UX, https://lawsofux.comCoglode, https://www.coglode.comDribble, https://dribbble.comOpen Graph Design, https://opengraphdesign.comThoughtbot, https://thoughtbot.com45royale, https://45royale.comPeople Mentioned:Daniel Vassallo, https://dvassallo.comJason Fried, https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-friedVivian Guillen, https://vivian.doJarrod Drysdale, https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarroddrysdaleSteve, Mckinney, https://iamsteve.meAdham Dannaway, https://www.adhamdannaway.comCredits:Produced and Hosted by Espree Devora, http://espreedevora.comStory Produced, Edited and Mastered by Cory Jennings, https://www.coryjennings.com/Production and Voiceover by Adam Carroll, http://www.ariacreative.ca/Team support by Janice GeronimoMusic by Jay Huffman, https://soundcloud.com/jayhuffmanShort Title: Matt Farley Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside the Octopus Life with Dave Kang: Focus, Flow & Freedom

Guest: Dave Kang — Founder of Octopus Way, a movement that empowers creatives to live with clarity, curiosity, and flow.🎧 In this episode, you'll learn:🐙 How Dave Kang structures his life to manage 8+ projects🔍 A peek into the current projects he's building🎯 Why the Ikigai lifestyle isn’t as effortless as people think🛠 Actionable tools for managing complexity and staying energized💡 Tips to reclaim control and thrive as a multi-passionate creator----Episode sponsor: Go to porkbun.com/LAVIP to get a .PRO domain for only $1 for the first year at Porkbun----Don't miss out on the next WeAreLATech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://wearelatech.com/podcastWelcome to WeAreLATech's Los Angeles Tech Community Spotlight!   “Mastering the Octopus Life with Dave Kang”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://twitter.com/espreedevorahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/espreeGuest,Dave Kanghttps://www.linkedin.com/in/davekangFor 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:Octopus Way, https://octopusway.comDave Kang Substack, https://davekang.substack.comLife At A Glance Calendar, https://davekang.substack.com/p/octopus-project-2-life-at-a-glance-calendarIkigai Ruined My Life, https://davekang.substack.com/p/ikigai-ruined-my-lifeSmall Bets, https://smallbets.comNew Orbit Marketing, https://www.neworbitmarketing.comMeetup, https://www.meetup.comHillstone, https://hillstonerestaurant.com/locations/santamonicaRize, https://rizethaisushi.comPeople Mentioned:Daniel Vassallo, https://dvassallo.com/Michael Karnjanaprakorn, https://mikekarnj.com/Greg Isenberg, https://www.gregisenberg.com/Jason Calacanis, https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanisCredits:Produced and Hosted by Espree Devora, http://espreedevora.comStory Produced, Edited and Mastered by Cory Jennings, https://www.coryjennings.com/Production and Voiceover by Adam Carroll, http://www.ariacreative.ca/Team support by Janice GeronimoMusic by Jay Huffman, https://soundcloud.com/jayhuffmanShort Title: Octopus LifeStep 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Indie Success: Daniel Vassallo's Small Bets Community Journey to $3.5M Acquisition

🎧 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ryan Robinson of Right Blogger: Content Tools for Creators: WeAreLATech Startup Spotlight

Don't miss out on the next WeAreLATech podcast episode, get notified by signing up here http://wearelatech.com/podcastWelcome to WeAreLATech's Los Angeles Tech Community Spotlight!   “Ryan Robinson of Right Blogger: Content Tools for Creators”WeAreLATech Podcast is a WeAreTech.fm production.To support our podcast go to http://wearelatech.com/believe 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://twitter.com/espreedevorahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/espreeGuest,Ryan Robinsonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/theryanrobinsonFor 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/vipTour Signup, https://tour.wefranch.com/signup/los-angeles-1Los Angeles Tech Community Leader Co Working Day, https://lu.ma/losangelestech_coworkingResources Mentioned:Right Blogger, https://rightblogger.comJasper, https://www.jasper.aiBeehiiv, https://www.beehiiv.comPerplexity, https://www.perplexity.aiGive and Take, https://www.amazon.com/Give-Take-Helping-Others-Success/dp/0143124986People Mentioned:Savannah Aubinoe, https://www.linkedin.com/in/savannahaubinoeSeth Godin, https://www.sethgodin.comCredits:Produced and Hosted by Espree Devora, http://espreedevora.comStory Produced, Edited and Mastered by Cory Jennings, https://www.coryjennings.com/Production and Voiceover by Adam Carroll, http://www.ariacreative.ca/Team support by Janice GeronimoMusic by Jay Huffman, https://soundcloud.com/jayhuffmanShort Title: Ryan RobinsonStep 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. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.