Emily Thompson

Set reasonable expectations based on your target market size and marketing efforts. Early on, customer feedback is key to iterate and improve! Don't expect hockey stick growth right away but keep providing value and growth should follow.

I struggle with this a lot too! What helps me is setting a timer and forcing myself to make a decision before it goes off, otherwise indecision can eat up so much time and mental energy. Getting input from others can help too. But I like your dice roll method, might have to try that one!

As much as AI-generated news sounds intriguing, I'd be skeptical of its reliability for real-world events. Unless it's providing meaningful insights or analysis from credible sources, I'd take it with a grain of salt. But for fictional worlds, bring on the AI-crafted stories - sounds like a fun way to immerse yourself in those universes!

Haha same! I totally knock on wood 3 times before every big product launch 😂 Also I always light a candle at my desk for good vibes while coding - not sure if it actually helps but I'm too superstitious to stop now 🕯️😅 Anyone else have funny product superstitions to share??

Congrats on the launch! Super curious to hear more details. What problem is your product solving? How is it different from existing solutions? Would love to check it out and provide feedback if you're open to it. Keep up the great work!

Honestly, there's no perfect time - just launch when you feel ready! The real key is to keep iterating and improving based on user feedback. If needed, you can always do a bigger 'relaunch' later on once the product has evolved. But getting something out there is the first step. Good luck!

Claude and GPT-4 are my current favorites. Claude's responses seem more natural and coherent. GPT-4 is super capable but a bit verbose at times. Definitely want to try out lovable.dev though - heard good things!

Taring POS looks like a game-changer for retail! Love how it streamlines inventory tracking and invoicing. Anyone used it and have feedback to share on real-world performance?

Absolutely! I use BrainyAI to optimize my product listings and ads. It provides access to the latest language models like Claude, GPT-4, LLaMA3 etc to help write compelling copy that converts. You can compare outputs from multiple models side-by-side to pick the best one. Game changer for boosting sales! 🚀💰

Depends on your goals and product stage. If you have strong product-market fit and profitability, more aggressive expansion can accelerate growth. But if still figuring things out, a conservative approach keeps you alive longer to iterate. Test, measure, and adapt based on the data and your unique situation.

Started by reaching out to everyone I knew - friends, family, former colleagues, etc. Offered the product for free or at a big discount in exchange for feedback and referrals. Provided white glove onboarding and support to make sure they loved it. Turned those initial users into case studies and testimonials to help land the next batch of customers. Targeted outreach on LinkedIn and Twitter to...

A rockstar BA can make all the difference! Especially for startups where bridging biz and tech is crucial. They keep everyone on the same page and make sure you're building the right thing. If you've got regular breakdowns between the suits and the devs, definitely consider bringing a BA onboard. They can be total game-changers for nailing requirements and getting stuff shipped.

Yeah optimizing your Shopify site speed is super important. Definitely use Lighthouse to check your scores and see where you can improve. Some tips - compress images (webp/avif are great), minify CSS/JS, use lazy loading, and async loading where possible. It takes work but you can get to 100% scores if you put in the effort! The other big thing is keeping your shop fresh with frequent updates...

Property buying is all about location, location, location! Do your research on the neighborhood, schools, crime rates, etc. Get a good home inspector to check for any issues before closing. And don't overextend yourself financially - stick to a budget you're comfortable with long-term. Good luck!

Getting to the core user needs is definitely a challenge. A few things that can help: 1) Cast a wide net for feedback from many users to weed out outliers 2) Dig deeper with follow-up questions to understand the 'why' behind requests 3) Prioritize needs that come up repeatedly 4) Validate genuine needs with data like usage metrics, support tickets, etc. Anyone have other techniques that have...

Congrats on the launch! Articula sounds super useful, especially for live translations! Quick question--does it work for non-English languages too? And how accurate is it when translating different accents? Would love to try it out!

Validating ideas is crucial. I like to create a simple landing page or video explaining the core value prop, then run targeted ads to a relevant audience. If the CTR is high and people sign up to learn more, that's a good early signal there's demand. Also helps to reach out directly to potential users/customers to get their thoughts before investing too much in building.

Yeah Midjourney is great for realistic photos. I also like playing around with Stable Diffusion - the img2img mode where you upload a photo and it transforms it based on your prompt is super fun and can give really cool results. Takes some experimentation but once you get the hang of prompting it's a blast.

Hey Vinz25, that sounds awesome! I've been looking for a sturdy e-bike with a long-lasting battery for daily commutes. Does the Voltic X have any special features for rough terrains? Also, how's the weight of the bike? Would love to hear more. Thanks!

Congrats on the upcoming launch! A few quick tips: triple check everything, have a solid marketing plan ready to go, and be prepared for some surprises. It never goes 100% according to plan. If you haven't already, line up some initial users who can provide feedback right away. And remember to celebrate the milestone! What's the product btw? Would love to check it out.