Andrew Hudson (@MyBuddyAndrew) is an indie hacker who has taken an unconventional journey. From getting his hands dirty as an auto mechanic to now paving the way as a software entrepreneur, Andrew shares how skills honed in the garage fuel his tech ventures, Hauling Buddies and WrenchRadar. We get under the hood of his entrepreneurial journey, discussing the challenges and triumphs of running a two-sided marketplace for pet transportation and how his knack for logical thinking and compartmentalization drives his businesses forward.

We explore how a simple Facebook group grew into a booming business, with Andrew shedding light on his strategies to harness social media and tap into niche markets. We also discuss Andrew's exciting book project inspired by his son's love for space. This episode is a deep dive into the world of independent hacking, entrepreneurship, and the power of passion projects that all started with an auto mechanic's love for problem-solving.


Andrew on Twitter:   / mybuddyandrew  

00:00:00 From Auto Mechanic to Software Entrepreneur
00:09:53 Building Facebook Groups for Hauling Services
00:19:44 Running a Marketplace Challenges and Solutions
00:29:07 Business Idea Development With AI and Automotive Data
00:36:16 Challenges With Car Software Updates
00:46:53 Learning, Building, and Sharing

This episode is sponsored by Acquire.com


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