Hey there, solopreneur!

In the fast-paced world of solopreneurship, it's wayyy too easy to get trapped in the hamster wheel of day-to-day operations.

You're so focused on putting out fires and keeping the ship afloat that you rarely have time to step back and ask the big questions.

Questions like:

• What new opportunities am I missing?

• What blind spots are holding me back?

• How can I take my business to the next level of growth and impact?

But here's the thing:

If you want to stay ahead of the curve in today's rapidly evolving landscape, you can't afford to rest on your laurels.

You need to be constantly innovating, experimenting, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

And that's where Google's 8 principles of innovation come in.

Today, we're diving deep into these game-changing principles and exploring how you can harness the power of AI to put them into action.

Get ready to discover:

• The 8 guiding principles that have driven Google's unparalleled success and how they apply to solopreneurs

• The “Google 8” prompt for brainstorming business breakthroughs using these principles

• Real-world examples of how applying this framework with AI can help you identify blind spots and unlock new opportunities

Let's. Innovate. 🚀

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As someone who's built a thriving online business from scratch, I know firsthand how game-changing the right strategies can be.

After losing nearly everything in the FTX crypto collapse, I was determined to rebuild stronger than ever.

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Why Google's 8 Principles Are Your Secret Weapon for Innovation

As solopreneurs, we always fall into the trap of working IN our business instead of ON our business.

We get so bogged down in the daily grind of:

• Client work

• Product development

• Putting out fires

…that we neglect to carve out time for the big-picture thinking that drives real growth.

We don't have huge budgets, dedicated teams, or endless resources to throw at new ideas.

But what we lack in resources, we make up for in agility, creativity, and hustle.

And that's precisely why Google's 8 principles are such a perfect fit for solopreneurs.

These principles were born out of a scrappy startup mentality…

Where small teams with limited resources had to think outside the box to create game-changing products.

As solopreneurs, we're the ultimate scrappy startups.

We wear all the hats, juggle all the balls, and have to be resourceful to bring our visions to life.

And by applying Google's principles to our own businesses, we can tap into that same spirit of ingenuity that fueled their meteoric rise.

But let's be real:

Applying these principles is easier said than done.

When you're flying solo, it's easy to get trapped in your own echo chamber, recycling the same tired ideas and approaches.

That's why having a second pair of eyes can be so transformative.

And luckily, that's where AI comes in.

By leveraging tools like ChatGPT or Claude:

• We can tap into a vast knowledge base spanning countless industries and use cases.

• We can get an instant "second opinion" on our ideas, challenging our assumptions and bringing in fresh perspectives.

• We can generate creative prompts to jumpstart our brainstorming and push us outside our comfort zone.

And we can do it all without breaking the bank on consultants or taking precious time away from running our businesses.

In short, AI acts as our on-demand innovation assistant, helping us apply Google's principles in a way that's tailored to our needs as solopreneurs.

Allow me to show you how…

The “Google 8” Prompt

Ready to put Google's principles into action and uncover your next breakthrough?

Just plug your situation into this prompt and let AI work its magic:

I'm looking to find new opportunities and blind spots in my business using Google's 8 principles of innovation.

Here's some background on my current situation and challenges:

[PROVIDE CONTEXT]

For each of Google's 8 principles, brainstorm how I could apply it to uncover new ideas and approaches:

Have a mission that matters: How could I reframe my mission to open up new possibilities and impact more lives? What customer pain points could I uniquely address?

Think big but start small: What moonshot ideas have I been too afraid to pursue? How could I break them down into mini-projects to test? What quick wins am I overlooking?

Strive for continual innovation, not instant perfection: Where am I getting stuck in analysis paralysis? What areas of my business could benefit from more experimentation? How can I better use data to inform my decisions?

Look for ideas everywhere: What sources of inspiration am I neglecting (employees, customers, adjacent industries)? How can I create more collisions and cross-pollination of ideas?

Share everything: Where am I creating silos or hoarding information? How could I leverage collective intelligence? What collaborations could help me see things from new angles?

Spark with imagination, fuel with data: What bold ideas have I been dismissing? How could I use data to pressure-test my assumptions? What leading indicators should I track to spot trends?

Be a platform: What assets or capabilities do I have that others could build on? How could I open up my expertise to enable new innovations and markets?

Never fail to fail: Where am I playing it too safe? What high-risk, high-reward bets should I take? How can I reframe failure as learning and encourage smart risks?

For each brainstorm, provide 2-3 specific ideas I could implement or explore.

Prioritize the top 3 opportunities I should pursue based on impact and feasibility. Provide an action plan for each.

The ideas should be creative and push me outside my comfort zone. Use examples to bring them to life.
The output should be energizing and inspire me to take action.

HOW TO USE THE GOOGLE 8 PROMPT:

1. Describe your current situation and challenges in [PROVIDE CONTEXT].

   • Example: "I've built a successful business teaching solopreneurs how to leverage AI for faster audience growth. My flagship course, 'The AI Audience Accelerator,' has helped over 1,500 students skyrocket their followers and engagement. I've also got a popular newsletter where I share weekly AI tips and strategies. However, after a year of steady growth, I feel like I've hit a plateau. My core offer continues to sell well, but I'm struggling to come up with fresh ideas for new products or services. I worry that my content is starting to feel stale and repetitive, and I'm not sure how to take things to the next level.”

Based on my example input, here are some innovative ideas the prompt generated for The AI Solopreneur:

Some of these ideas have me salivating.

For example, I’ve been wanting to start a podcast, but wasn’t sure of the angle I should take.

This output inspired me to potentially start interviewing other people about how they’re implementing AI into their daily workflows.

So the next time you're feeling stuck or stagnant in your business, give this prompt a spin.

Approach it with an open mind and a willingness to experiment, and see what brilliant ideas emerge.

Because with AI as your co-pilot, you've got a turbo-charged engine for innovation at your fingertips.

So dream big, start small, and never be afraid to fail.

Your next breakthrough is just around the corner.

Keep diving,

Ole

Part-time AI Solopreneur, current full-time Poland enjoyoor (DM me if you’re around!)