Dec 18, 20254 minS0
<p>Are you hiring for a small SaaS team? These 9 questions from The Ideal Team Player changed how I interview — and they help me avoid painful mis-hires.<br />DM me and I’ll send the scorecard template I...
About this Podcast:
The Bootstrapped Operator is a podcast for SaaS COOs and operations leaders running lean, growing calm, and doing the real work behind the scenes.We talk to the people holding the company together — not chasing headlines.If you're operating under $15M ARR, managing margin, systems, churn, hiring, and all the chaos between, this is your room.No VC fluff. No founder hype. Just grounded conversations with operators who build quietly — and think clearly.
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What is The Bootstrapped Operator about?
The Bootstrapped Operator is a podcast for SaaS COOs and operations leaders running lean, growing calm, and doing the real work behind the scenes. We talk to the people holding the company together, not chasing headlines. If you're operating under $15M ARR, managing margin, systems, churn, hiring, and all the chaos between, this is your room. No VC fluff.
Who hosts The Bootstrapped Operator?
The Bootstrapped Operator is hosted by Justin Comstock. The show has published 13 episodes to date.
What has The Bootstrapped Operator covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Hiring for Fit: The 9 Interview Questions Every COO Should Ask" (18 December 2025, 4 minutes), "Slow is Smooth, Smooth is Fast: The COO’s Guide to Sustainable Productivity" (16 December 2025, 6 minutes), and "Crucial Conversations: The COO’s Superpower in Moments That Matter" (15 December 2025, 7 minutes).
How often does The Bootstrapped Operator publish?
The Bootstrapped Operator publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 6 minutes across 13 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Bootstrapped Operator?
Booking probability for The Bootstrapped Operator is 19%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Bootstrapped Operator requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Bootstrapped Operator's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch The Bootstrapped Operator?
The strongest fits for The Bootstrapped Operator are Business & Management Consulting. The Bootstrapped Operator has a business audience.
About the host
Justin Comstock hosts The Bootstrapped Operator, a business podcast with 13 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Dec 16, 20256 minS0
<p>Thanks for listening to The Bootstrapped Operator.<br />If this episode on Slow Productivity hit home — I’d love to connect.</p><p>👉 DM me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-comstock-450a82a4/<br...
- Dec 15, 20257 minS0
<p>If you’re a SaaS operator on a similar path, let’s connect:<br />https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-comstock-450a82a4/</p>
- Dec 14, 20256 minS0
<p>DM me on LinkedIn if you want to join a small group of bootstrapped operators sharing real tools, challenges, and wins:<br />👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-comstock-450a82a4</p>
- Dec 13, 20256 minS0
<p>If this episode resonated, connect with me on LinkedIn. I’d love to hear how you’re applying these leadership practices in your business.</p><p>👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-comstock-450a82a4/</p><p>And hey —...
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- Dec 12, 20256 minS0
<p>Want to connect with disciplined operators?</p><p>I’d love to hear how you’re using EOS and Rocks to move your SaaS forward.<br />Connect with me on LinkedIn and send a DM — always open to real...
Episode #7
Why Your Team Isn’t Working — and What To Do About It (Lessons from The Five Dysfunctions of a Team)
Dec 11, 20257 minS0<p>If this episode hit home for you and you’re building a serious, profitable company without the chaos — I’d love to connect.</p><p>👋 DM me on LinkedIn: Justin Comstock.</p><p>I’m gathering a peer group of serious...
- Dec 10, 20258 minS0
<p>If you’re a SaaS COO or serious operator building a bootstrapped company and this episode spoke to you — let’s connect.<br />I’m building a private peer group for operators who are serious about execution, learning...
- Dec 9, 20257 minS0
<p>🔗 Let’s connect on LinkedIn:<br />If you're an operator building something real — without the noise — I'd love to meet you.<br />DM me, share your thoughts, or tell me what resonated with this episode.</p><p>👉...
- Dec 8, 20256 minS0
<p>💬 Let’s connect and swap notes — especially if you’re building a SaaS team without outside funding.<br />I’m looking to meet more COOs and calm operators.</p><p>👉 Chat with me on LinkedIn</p>
- Dec 8, 20255 minS0
<p>👋 Are you a bootstrapped COO or calm SaaS operator?</p><p>I’m building a private peer group for serious operators who value systems, execution, and deep work — not noise.</p><p>If you’re into EOS, traction, and...
- Dec 7, 20257 minS0
<p>🎯 Want to compare notes on running lean, EOS-driven SaaS ops?<br />I’m building a private peer group for calm, bootstrapped operators. If you’re serious about the work — let’s connect.</p><p>👉 Message me on...
- Dec 5, 20255 minS0
<p>If this episode resonated — or you’re a fellow operator navigating the chaos of bootstrapped SaaS — I’d love to connect.<br />Shoot me a message or just say hey on LinkedIn:<br />👉...
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