He built an 8-figure AI startup (and got banned from LinkedIn)

Superhuman AI: Decoding the Future

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In this episode of Superhuman AI: Decoding the Future, Zain is joined by Tibo Louis-Lucas, creator of Tweet Hunter and the AI-powered LinkedIn post generator, Taplio, to explore the essentials of starting a business with simplicity and efficiency.

Tibo discusses the power of a lean, focused team in the early stages of a business, with a focus on the “distributor” (who brings the products to market efficiently) and the “builder” (who creates and maintains the product itself). The pair explain how this minimalist approach allows for clear responsibilities and operational clarity, and how it enables individuals to concentrate on their tasks without being overwhelmed.

Tibo also shares his insights on the broader principle of lean teams, and how small teams can remain agile and focused on delivering results. Plus, Zain and Tibo share some valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the power of simplicity, the importance of strategic resource allocation, and the role of clarity in building strong foundations for any business.

What we talk about:

1:27 – How Tibo sold Taplio

3:23 – Tibo’s early days in building startups

5:13 – How did Tibo gain traction with Tweet Hunter?

8:18 – Separating good ideas from profitable solutions

13:31 – The journey from Tweet Hunter to Taplio

17:59 – Why builders should partner with content creators

20:54 – The acquisition of Taplio

27:57 – Getting banned from LinkedIn

30:14 – Taplio after the acquisition

33:41 – Why no one should be ignoring SEO

34:25 – Why did Tibo leave Taplio?

35:15 – Tibo’s latest project