The Standard Notes Podcast Build In Public: Pros and Cons?
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Nov 13, 2023 Join Adam and Mo as they dive into the intriguing world of building in public. Discover the ups and downs of daily updates versus the dangers of waiting for a big launch. Mo shares insights on why stealth is often driven by fear and how mission-driven approaches can trump product polish. They discuss the impact of early hires on company trajectory and the importance of small, consistent actions for long-term growth. Plus, gain perspective on community feedback and the balance between features and marketing. It's a candid exploration of the indie hacker journey!
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Launch Day Crushed Earlier Projects
- Mo recounts earlier product launches that led to crushing disappointment and abandoning projects.
- Those failures taught him to avoid big launch-day bets and adopt continuous releasing.
Small Daily Actions Compound
- Small consistent actions compound into huge outcomes over time.
- Treat each day’s work as an independent contribution rather than pinning hopes on one piece of content.
Trade Stealth For Authentic Public Work
- Do not hide in stealth out of fear; building in public gives more benefits than the risk of being copied.
- Use organic, unpolished content since it resonates more authentically than manufactured posts.
