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Alexander Kovalov
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Congrats on the launch, Zivy team! đ It's clear you've put a lot of thought into addressing the challenges that so many managers and leads face today. The idea of creating a personalized copilot to cut through the noise of endless messages and notifications is a lifesaver for anyone struggling with mental fatigue and burnout.
I love how Zivy not only prioritizes messages but also helps convert...
Zivy
Automatically prioritize and organize messages in Slack
Alexander Kovalov
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Hi team, congrats with launch.
Do you plan to connect directly data from other marketing platforms, such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, Meta Ads, etc?
Surfsite AI
AI assistants for SaaS professionals
Alexander Kovalov
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My number one tip - kill the distractions.
Busy day or not, youâre either focused or youâre failing. Stop checking your phone every 5 minutes, stop with the pointless meetings, and stop letting other peopleâs chaos dictate your day. Prioritize what moves the needle, and bulldoze through it.
Get disciplined about your time. If it's not pushing you toward your goal, it's noise.
What's your number one tip for staying productive during busy days?
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Alexander Kovalov
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Filter the information you consume, and put consumption on a schedule. For example, I listen to the All-In podcast or This Week in Startups when I walk outside or hit the gym. I watch the My First Million podcast on YouTube while eating. I read almost five email newsletters every morning, and I browse X randomly while waiting for the elevator or in the restroom.
How do you balance being informed with information overload?
Bren Kinfa đ SaaS Gems
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Alexander Kovalov
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When a week feels like a year, thatâs when you double down. Survival strategy? Push harder. Everyone else is burning out, slowing down - thatâs ŃĐ˝ edge. While theyâre crying about being "overworked," I'm stacking wins.
You want to survive? Get comfortable being uncomfortable.
What's your go-to survival strategy when a week feels like a year? đđ
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Alexander Kovalov
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Building a Product with a Press Release
At Amazon, they say the first step to building a product is writing the press release.
The product simply becomes whatâs promised in that release. The structure of a good product mirrors the structure of a good press release.
So, what makes a great press release?
1/ What is it?
Why is it so special? Why should anyone care?
2/ Who is it for?
Who benefits from this, and why?
3/ Scale:
5x...
Alexander Kovalov
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Best advice? Simple: "Nobody cares, work harder."
No oneâs coming to save you, no oneâs going to build your business for you, and no oneâs going to hand you success on a silver platter. You want it? Earn it. Every. Single. Day.
đĄ Whatâs the Best Advice Youâve Ever Received?
Vimal Kumar
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Alexander Kovalov
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You don't. Motivation is for amateurs. Monday? It's just another day to get things done. You donât need motivation - you need discipline. I wake up at 5 AM, pray, hit the workout, and dive straight into work. Why? Because the world doesnât care if you're motivated. It cares if you're consistent. So if youâre waiting for motivation, youâre already behind. Get up, show up, and put in the work....
How Do You Stay Motivated with Monday?
Hamza Afzal Butt
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Alexander Kovalov
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Newsletter only. I carefully curate my subscriptions, and read consistently only the Morning Brew, The Rundown AI, The Pomp Letter, Shaan Puri and Nik Sharma newsletters.
How do you stay updated on the latest tech trends?
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Alexander Kovalov
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Congrats AIPhone team! đ As someone who works in diverse markets, I can see how AIPhone.AI could make a huge difference for immigrants and businesses alike.
How does AIPhone.AI handle more complex conversations that involve technical or industry-specific jargon? Does it adapt to those nuances over time? Looking forward to seeing this tool help so many people!
AIPhone.AI
AI-powered phone call app with live translation
Alexander Kovalov
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Congrats on the launch, Wood! đ AIFlow is such a fresh take on how we interact with AI, and I love the idea of breaking free from the traditional chatbox. As someone who thrives in visual brainstorming, the infinite canvas and multi-dimensional approach really resonate. It feels like a tool that could spark new levels of creativity and idea generation!
Iâm especially excited about how AIFlow...
FunBlocks AIFlow
An AI-powered whiteboard and mind map tool
Alexander Kovalov
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Congrats on the launch, Shuai and the Thunderbit team! đ
As someone whoâs worked with both no-code and low-code platforms, I love how youâve simplified the process down to just filling out a form. The idea of AI-powered templates is brilliant - it takes away so much of the headache of building from scratch.
Question - how adaptable is Thunderbit when it comes to custom or niche automations?...
Thunderbit
Personalized web AI copilot
Alexander Kovalov
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Congrats on the launch, ContentRadar team! đ Itâs awesome to see how youâre tackling such a big pain point for content creators.
As someone whoâs always looking for ways to streamline content, I love how youâre using AI to make content creation and repurposing so much easier. The ability to nail tone of voice and cut down the back-and-forth between tools is a huge win.
Quick question - how...
ContentRadar
Transform your best writing and podcasts into LI and X posts
Alexander Kovalov
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When it comes to metrics, focus on revenue. But when it comes to business in general, focus on your customers. If you truly care about your customers, you'll learn more about their pain points, which will help you improve your product and emphasize these pain points in your acquisition channels. All of this will organically lead to revenue. Itâs a simple concept, but itâs very difficult to...
Whatâs the most important thing to focus on when growing a business?
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Alexander Kovalov
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Every phase of life has its active and slow sprints. You just need to define them and focus. When my daughter started school, I knew I had to be there to support her. When Iâm starting a new project, I know I need to talk to customers and gather feedback. Focus is everything. Itâs impossible to be successful in everything. Even if you think you're succeeding in one area, imagine what you could...
How do you balance work and personal life when running a business? đ°
Casper Brix
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Alexander Kovalov
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I think managing hiring and firing is the most difficult part. As Gary Vee says: 'Hiring is guessing, and firing is knowing.' And it can be painful, especially when a team member is performing well but you still need to make a cut, or when you're eliminating the weakest 5% every quarter. However, it's an inevitable part of the game.
What are all the biggest challenges for startup founders when managing a team?
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Alexander Kovalov
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Hi team! Congrats with the launch. My question is regarding AI - what it is actually doing in your tool? Does it help to detect anomalies in customer journeys?
Syncly (YC W23)
Spot weak links in user journey, prevent churn