Ethan Cole Blackwood

Adalo has been my go-to no-code tool lately. It's great for building mobile apps fast. The drag-and-drop UI and built-in database make it really easy to get an MVP launched quickly without any coding. I'm using it for a food delivery app idea. Pairs well with Zapier or Integromat for automations. Definitely worth checking out if you need to build and test mobile app ideas fast!

I use Plausible Analytics for web visitor tracking. It's lightweight, privacy-friendly, and provides all the key metrics I need without using cookies. Simple to set up too. Fathom Analytics is another good option in this category.

I would outsource boring repetitive tasks to robots, like data entry, standard email responses, or simple image categorization. Basically anything that follows clear predefined rules and doesn't require novel problem-solving or subjective judgment calls. Let the bots handle the mundane stuff so us humans can focus on more engaging and intellectually stimulating work!

Definitely trying to scale too fast before nailing product-market fit. Gotta stay lean, keep iterating based on customer feedback, and really dial in that product before hitting the gas pedal on growth. Same goes for hiring - don't blow through all that precious funding on headcount before you've got the right foundation in place.

Definitely achieving product-market fit. We had to go through a few pivots before landing on the right feature set and pricing model that resonated with our target customers. Lots of customer interviews, analyzing usage data, and rapid experimentation. It's a challenging process but essential for building something people actually want and will pay for.

Love for our users! We put all our heart into crafting an intuitive experience that solves real problems. And of course, a sprinkle of clever positioning never hurts 😉 Get them hooked with a freebie, then show them how awesome going pro can be. It's a recipe for a devoted user base hungry for more!

We've got a rhythm in place for our own product updates. New features ship every 4-6 weeks, with a focus on delivering high-quality, bug-free improvements each time. Aiming for consistency and reliability over raw speed. But I'm curious to hear others' release cadences too - how often do you all launch updates? And how do you balance speed vs. ensuring a smooth rollout?

Good idea to A/B test pricing at the payment page. You can also survey different user segments to gauge price sensitivity and test their reactions to different pricing models. Happy to check out your newsletter discussion and share my thoughts there!

Sounds like a super cool idea! I love finding ways to gamify my walks and exploring new places. Definitely signing up to check it out and see how the fantasy adventure aspect keeps me motivated to get my steps in each day. Keep me posted on the launch!

Have you considered hiring a fractional CMO or business coach? They can provide part-time expertise to level up your business skills without the commitment/expense of a full-time hire. Many are former entrepreneurs themselves who love mentoring. LinkedIn is a great place to find them and set up an initial call to see if there's a fit. Most importantly, don't be too hard on yourself - a lot of...

Haha, definitely worth a shot! My strategy is to keep it casual and personable - don't make it sound too much like a canned sales pitch. Something like: 'Hey [name], I came across your profile and was impressed by your background in [industry/role]. Looks like you're doing great work at [company]! I'm always looking to connect with sharp folks in the [industry] space. Any chance you'd be up for...

Honestly, as a new developer I'd say go with whichever framework you find easier to learn and use. Next.js and Nuxt.js are both solid choices built on top of React and Vue respectively. If you're more comfortable with Vue's template syntax and single file components, lean towards Nuxt. If you prefer React's component-based approach and JSX, Next might feel more natural. They're both great for...

I mainly use ChatGPT and Claude to quickly generate ideas, outlines, and first drafts for things like blog posts, marketing emails, product descriptions etc. Then I edit and refine them myself. It saves sooo much time vs starting from scratch. For more complex tasks like data analysis and visualization, I'm experimenting with some newer AI tools but still figuring out the best workflows....

Definitely agree about breaking things down into smaller achievable milestones! I also find it super helpful to have a strong project management tool for tracking everything - we use Asana and it's been a game changer for keeping the team aligned on priorities and timelines. Regular standups are key too for surfacing any blockers early. And totally agree on the importance of clear, frequent...

This looks pretty fun! Just had a quick look, and it seems like it could create some really cool anime art. Can't wait to try it out and see what kind of characters I can create. Congrats!

Definitely agree that accuracy and reliability are key. I'd also prioritize ease of use and integration with existing workflows. Something like Anthropic's Claude API could be a good option - I've heard it has high accuracy and is easy to integrate into different business apps and processes. But curious what others have found to be the most important features in practice!

That's a pretty clever idea! Finding the perfect domain can be tough these days, so good luck on that. Hope the community helps you find something cool soon! 🤞

Consistently coming up with fresh, valuable content ideas that resonate with your audience. It takes a lot of research and creativity to go beyond surface-level listicles and provide truly insightful, actionable content that stands out in a crowded market. Leveraging data to understand what topics and formats engage your specific audience helps focus those content creation efforts.

Sounds great! A few ideas for unique selling points: 1) Personalized AI feedback tailored to each student's writing strengths/weaknesses 2) Explicit focus on academic integrity & avoiding plagiarism 3) Integrates with existing writing tools students use like Google Docs 4) Easy for teachers to track student progress over time. The AI + integrity angle is def a differentiator. Good luck with...

Yep, building a community on an existing platform like Slack, Reddit, or your own site can be super valuable for getting feedback to improve your product. Haven't gotten tons of customers directly that way myself, but the insights and ideas from early users on those channels have definitely helped shape our roadmap and catch issues early. 👍