Do founders also have to be influencers?

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It seems like there a growing trend where founders need a digital presence or become influencers to successfully sell their products? Is this a real trend or just the newest form of inbound marketing?

André J · Accepted Answer

It's a great way to test organic PMF. It doesn't scale much beyond that 😸

Kostya Bolshukhin · Answer

Dont have to, but happy they do, when they start and see the first results.

Josh · Answer

@sentry_co Yea fair enough ahaha

Sukumar · Answer

I am starting to think that being an influencer can help founders build a strong personal brand.

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I don't know about being an influencer- but being open & sharing your journey adds dynamism to the product you are building. It adds a human touch to it. 
I don't see the harm in that

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You might want to focus on your strengths and see if building an influence aligns with your goals.

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They are not necessarily required to be influencers, but it can be a big advantage for visibility.

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I think founders don’t need to be influencers if they’re genuinely passionate about their product. Authenticity can win over customers just as effectively

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It’s more about the value you bring to the table. If you can deliver a great product or service, being an influencer isn’t necessary.

Faijan Ansari · Answer

Being an influencer can help with marketing, but it’s not the only way. Founders can use other strategies to get their product  noticed

Jao Japitana · Answer

No but of course it will help a lot towards marketing

Gurkaran Singh · Answer

Hey, it's like the tech world's version of needing a superpower! While it can help founders stand out in a crowded digital space, it's not essential. Think of it as the sprinkles on the startup cupcake - delightful, but not the main ingredient!

Royce Wong · Answer

I think to a degree the founder is and will be the main driver for adoption and growth at the early stages of the startup. From that lense I have to agree that to some level a founder will have to be an influencer.

Remington · Answer

I believe we have to be our own evangelist first to get the story out.

Josh · Answer

@my3_murthy Yea definitely no harm, I think a lot of founders are trying to leverage content creation to help them build audiences and sell into them

Do founders also have to be influencers?

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