AI on Air #12: The WriteStack Solopreneur Story
Wed Sep 17 2025
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🟩 Welcome to AI On Air, where we explore the wild world of tech with all the enthusiasm of a snail on a leisurely stroll. In this episode, buckle up as we dive deep into the rollercoaster ride of a solopreneur named Orel Zilberman and his delightful creation, WriteStack. From failure-ridden days to a breakthrough that will make even the most skeptical eyebrow raise, get ready for a story that's as quirky as it is inspiring.
🟨 0:00 — The Deep Dive Commences
- Orel Zilberman's journey from a cushy paycheck to a solopreneur, with no team or investors, just pure guts and determination.
- 600 days of failure, burnout, and relentless persistence in the face of adversity.
- How survival tactics and the mental battle of resilience kept Orel afloat during the toughest times.
🟨 04:20 — The Birth of WriteStack
- The aha moment that sparked WriteStack after a near-miss collaboration with a big creator, Tibo Lukas.
- How WriteStack becomes a game-changer for Substack writers, automating the tedious tasks and giving them room to focus on writing and growth.
- The unique tech behind WriteStack that personalizes notes, schedules smartly, and provides analytics in one clean dashboard.
🟨 08:35 — The Journey Towards Success
- Orel’s proudest moment: the first payment received after years of building without earning a dime.
- How WriteStack stands out by delivering on its promise without surprises, just consistent and effective results.
- The bigger mission behind WriteStack: leveling the playing field for solo creators and empowering writers to make a living doing what they love.
🟥 And there you have it, folks. Another episode wrapped up nicely in a bow, just like your mom's knitting project that only took her 5 years to finish. If you enjoyed diving into the world of Orel Zilberman and WriteStack, consider subscribing for more dry wit and sharp insights. Remember, in the game of tech, persistence might just be the new currency. Good luck out there, builders.
This podcast episode was made with NotebookLM and ElevenLabs
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☕ Upgrade your mornings — 15% off Afuera Coffee with code “WITAI” at AfueraCoffee.com 🟩 Welcome to AI On Air, where we explore the wild world of tech with all the enthusiasm of a snail on a leisurely stroll. In this episode, buckle up as we dive deep into the rollercoaster ride of a solopreneur named Orel Zilberman and his delightful creation, WriteStack. From failure-ridden days to a breakthrough that will make even the most skeptical eyebrow raise, get ready for a story that's as quirky as it is inspiring. 🟨 0:00 — The Deep Dive Commences - Orel Zilberman's journey from a cushy paycheck to a solopreneur, with no team or investors, just pure guts and determination. - 600 days of failure, burnout, and relentless persistence in the face of adversity. - How survival tactics and the mental battle of resilience kept Orel afloat during the toughest times. 🟨 04:20 — The Birth of WriteStack - The aha moment that sparked WriteStack after a near-miss collaboration with a big creator, Tibo Lukas. - How WriteStack becomes a game-changer for Substack writers, automating the tedious tasks and giving them room to focus on writing and growth. - The unique tech behind WriteStack that personalizes notes, schedules smartly, and provides analytics in one clean dashboard. 🟨 08:35 — The Journey Towards Success - Orel’s proudest moment: the first payment received after years of building without earning a dime. - How WriteStack stands out by delivering on its promise without surprises, just consistent and effective results. - The bigger mission behind WriteStack: leveling the playing field for solo creators and empowering writers to make a living doing what they love. 🟥 And there you have it, folks. Another episode wrapped up nicely in a bow, just like your mom's knitting project that only took her 5 years to finish. If you enjoyed diving into the world of Orel Zilberman and WriteStack, consider subscribing for more dry wit and sharp insights. Remember, in the game of tech, persistence might just be the new currency. Good luck out there, builders. This podcast episode was made with NotebookLM and ElevenLabs 💬 Enjoyed the show? We’re the team behind whatisthat.ai, the AI discovery platform built to cut through the noise. If you found this useful, pass it on. Share it, forward it, spread it. Every share helps us grow and puts real insights into more hands. 🙏 More From Me If you liked this, you might like these too: AI on Air #11: Vibe Coding Builders: Empowering AI-Assisted InnovationAI on Air #10: Stop Clicking “I Agree”: Decode Privacy Policies with ChatGPTAI on Air #09: You’re Training AI Wrong and It’s Killing Your VoiceAI on Air #08: What If AI Colonizes Mars Without Us?AI on Air #07: Who’s Really Winning the SEO Tool War?AI on Air #06: I Tested 3 AI App Builders and I Think One of Them Owns Me Now