Finding a co-founder is insanely hard especially when you have a solid idea, proof of work, and some leverage. There will be more noise and less signal!
Here are some actionable steps that worked for me on how to find a co-founder and how to pick one ππ½
A thread π§΅
Announcement π¨
@curtisjcummings and I are thrilled to announce @shoutoutso_ is available to everyone π
After 5 months of shipping the LP, we learned so much, iterated, and made a product that delivers value to creators and startups β€οΈ
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A thread π§΅
I don't know where to start but what a way to end 2020!
Just met with @eriktorenberg who I admire since I became intentional on Twitter and got the opportunity to show @shoutoutso_ ππ½
Erik, you totally made my day, and thank you for believing in the direction we are heading!
Launch Alert π¨
@curtisjcummings and I are stoked to announce @shoutoutso_ is on @ProductHunt today π
We truly believe creators, startups should leverage the social proof they get on Twitter, and our mission is to make it easy for everyone π―
Details: producthunt.com/posts/shoutout
Man, loving the way I'm ending 2020! Just met with @mkobach and showed him @shoutoutso_'s demo π₯
Both of us are bullish on social proof and how important it is for startups and creators to use it to their advantage π―
In 2021, we hope to see @fast like brands using Shoutout ππ½
Transparency time:
It's been 24hrs @shoutoutso_ went to public launch π₯
Some numbers:
π° 6 rockstars bought Pro, Pro Annual plans.
πͺπ½ 168 signups.
β₯οΈ 182 Shoutout walls created.
π₯ 160K Twitter impressions on launch thread.
Thank you for making it a huge day for us ππ½
From the inception, I intended to build @shoutoutso_ in public and so far itβs the best decision I have made β
See for yourself:
A thread π§΅
Had a fantastic call with @wwshaef from @knowablefyi ππ½ I had the privilege to give him a walkthrough for @shoutoutso_ and seek his advice on being a first-time founder!
For curious folks, this is what he said: Have laser focus on growth and talk to your customers consistently!
Can't help but cherish little moments like these!
@shoutoutso_'s officially incorporated today as Shoutout Studio Inc. π
I never imagined that @jackbutcher is the first one I will personally onboard for @shoutoutso_ π₯
It was amazing talking to Jack and hear how excited he is to use Shoutout for @visualizevalue ππ½
Jack, thank you for today's call ππ½ Can't wait to see your Shoutout wall in action!
Totally inspired by @paulgβs do things that donβt scale post Iβm personally recruiting customers in for @shoutoutso_ π―
So far spoke to @jackbutcher @Julian @wwshaef @mkobach @thisiskp_ and boy Iβm truly enjoying talking to these folks and learning from them what they want ππΌ
Met @JoshConstine just now and showed how @shoutoutso_ works π₯
We both talked about the potential of social proof, pricing, Shoutout's vision and more!
Josh, thanks so much for pointing us in the right direction and quickly validating that we are onto something big here ππ½
Just gave @shoutoutso_'s demo to @businessbarista and we can't wait to see @MorningBrew's wall of love powered by Shoutout in the near future π₯
Alex, thanks for taking the time to hop on a call and brainstorm with me about the use-cases shoutout can solve!
I appreciate it ππ½