4 microSaaS ideas you can build to make $100k/month

In this episode, Sari Azout, Founder and CEO of Sublime,  explores various startup ideas and business concepts. The discussion centers on the evolving nature of startups in the AI era, emphasizing the importance of focusing on specific, well-defined problems rather than broad solutions. Sari shares multiple business ideas, from parental control services to creative tools, while discussing the philosophy behind building successful products in today's market. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and setup 00:57 - Startup Idea 1: DrScreenTime 06:39 - Startup Idea 2: Business-in-a-box ideas 13:34 - What becomes scarce in an AGI world?  14:38 - Founders and Their Approaches 16:10 - Akio Morita Simplicity Principle  17:01 - Startup Idea 3: Podshot  22:10 - Discussion on micro-startups  25:53 - Testing Ideas and Positioning 29:03 -  Feedback and Intuition 33:04 - Startup Idea 4: Meme generator  Key Points: • Discussion of several innovative startup ideas including "DrScreenTime" (parental control franchise), PodShot, and meme generator  • Exploration of business-in-a-box concepts and the future of trades/crafts • Analysis of micro-startups vs. traditional startup approaches 1) The "Franchise for Parental Controls" Idea  Parents are desperate for help managing screen time. Current solutions = messy. Opportunity: In-home screen time consultants who: - Set up controls - Create family rules - Recommend apps/tools Revenue model: • $2K setup fee • Recurring affiliate revenue • Think "Dr. Screen Time"  2) The "Business in a Box" Trend  Big insight: What becomes scarce in an AI world? Answer: People doing things with their hands! Opportunity: Modern craft business franchise • Partner with local artists • Supply chain + education • Target: offline-first experiences • Status = disconnecting from screens 3) The Trade School Revolution  Huge opportunity in modernizing trade education: • Lambda School model for trades • Zero upfront tuition • Revenue share after job placement • Bundle with business tools/marketing • Focus: plumbing, electrical, etc. Why? Trades becoming MORE valuable in AI era 4) The Micro-Startup Strategy  Modern startup playbook: 1. Have a 10-year vision 2. Unbundle into micro-products 3. Start with easiest/viral pieces 4. Build distribution first Key insight: "Nobody searches for an inspiration engine" 5) Product Development Philosophy  Two types of founders: • Artists (creative vision driven) • Scientists (iteration driven) Choose your path but stick to it. Sari’s 2024 goal: "Take less feedback, trust intuition more" 6) The Meme Generator Opportunity  Final killer idea: Long-form to meme converter • Input: articles, presentations, links • Output: culturally relevant memes • Train on curated meme library • Potential $10M+ SaaS business Why? No idea goes mainstream without memes  Key Takeaway: 2024 startup strategy: 1. Build close to OR far from AI 2. Focus on what becomes scarce 3. Start micro, think macro 4. Distribution not Product Notable Quotes: "No idea will become mainstream if it's not captured in a meme." - Sari Azout "Screenshots are the new bookmarks." - Greg LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ BoringAds — ads agency that will build you profitable ad campaigns http://boringads.com/ BoringMarketing — SEO agency and tools to get your organic customers http://boringmarketing.com/ Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.startupempire.co FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND SARI ON SOCIAL Sublime: https://sublime.app X/Twitter: https://x.com/sariazout Substack: https://sublimeinternet.substack.com