What are some key ways to show strong traction without MVP?

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Ivan Ralic · Accepted Answer

@earlnery this totally sounds like ChatGPT answer 😂

Anthony Susanto · Answer

More automated one: Build a simple website to tell about your ideas and a button to sign up on waiting list.

If your business is in B2B Saas, then you can work to get Letter of Intent from your potential clients.

Shivam | The product guy · Answer

I'm sharing what actually worked for me

1) Create a blog or use your existing blog
2) Search for keywords that you want your potential customers to search for
3) Write explanatory/ ideation blogs about your product
4) Wait

If you see the traction on your blog then you'll surely see traction on your website.

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If you don't have an MVP, get consumer input and incorporate their ideas into your product development process. This can convince investors and others that your products are needed. Social media, content marketing, and SEO can also demonstrate success. This can promote your company. Having a solid team with relevant experience and a track record can reassure investors that you can execute your plan.

Brandon Scott · Answer

If you could get some high res renders made of the product (if physical) or if it is software / service : a really nice explainer video of what it is. With either of these routes you can see market reception before completing the MVP.

Frida · Answer

My team's product didn't have a landing page or images until a few months ago, but we still sent out cold emails with just text. We didn't have any visual appeal, but we talked about how our product could help the recipient in detail. We focused on personalization.

Sandra Djajic · Answer

Build landing page to capture leads and measure user engagement.

Levon Abelyan · Answer

Landing page + tracking + analytics + lead generation forms and lead magnets + social proof and engagement.

Tobi Agbaje · Answer

@bthproductguy Ah okay yeah a strong SEO strategy 👍

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@ralic 😂 this made me laugh and made me check every word i say..but i'll take it as compliment  😂

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Build an email waitlist, get pre-orders, create a strong social media following, or showcase partnerships with industry influencers are some ways to show traction without an MVP. These methods can demonstrate interest and demand in the product before it has even been released to the public.

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Though an MVP helps, early success can be shown without one. Develop a big and loyal fan base for your product. This includes trade show promotion, social media contact with potential clients, and customer surveys and focus groups. One option is to partner with complementary companies or groups whose aims match yours and whose members would be interested in your message. also early sales or client success stories can demonstrate progress without a fully functional MVP. Focusing on these key points will help you build momentum and interest in your firm.

Ivan Ralic · Answer

@earlnery it is actually, I've put myself too much in the SaaS perspective where MVPs are mostly just small landing pages etc. But your answer totally makes a lot of sense for physical goods, and it is so well written 😄

Hugo DEVEZE 🏴‍☠️ · Answer

I think there are many ways but three I got in my mind are :
- using subscriptions on a landing page
- create Facebook group and build a community around your idea or product and get some interactions
- get pre-sales on app sumo for example

What are some key ways to show strong traction without MVP?

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