As part of a tech startup, we know how important user reviews are. Currently, I am using Google Reviews to show user reviews on our website. However, I've come across info saying that Google Reviews are a major ranking factor for local searches and if you have a brick-and-mortar presence or serve a specific geographic area. Considering we don't have a brick-and-mortar store, and our aim to reach a global audience, I'm curious: Is Google Reviews still an appropriate choice? Are there alternative platforms? Thanks a ton! submitted by /u/secstasy [visit reddit] [comments ..read more

We have founded a startup that works in automating WhatsApp, we have a traction for now and we're dealing with a minimum 8 - 15 new requests per day and our service requires meeting & follow-ups, however, my cofounder doesn't like the idea of having a CRM under the reason of: "We can't store our data in other peoples platform, instead we can build what we need inside our dashboard and work on improving our dashboard". I really can't find it reasonable as managing these customers is taking time & ambiguous without CRM. What do you think about that? submitted by /u/KermitTheFrom [visit ..read more

Wanting to run a project when you don't have enough and you are cash strapped can be crazy guys and I'm in the place now where I have basically two options, to get a loan and keep pushing or to give out equity Getting a loan means I am trusted that my product is going to grow so well. And developers are not always readily interested in taking equity because again they don't trust that your product is going to grow So you see what I'm faced with here. What are you guys offering your developers, especially when cash is tight? Is a shot at future riches with equity more enticing than a guarantee ..read more

Hey everyone, I'm reaching out because I'm at a bit of a crossroads. I've launched over 10 startups of various sizes, and most of them haven't worked out. Now, I'm working on another one, and it feels like every other day I’m ready to throw in the towel and delete everything... but then I find myself coding through the night. For those of you who've been through the grinder and come out the other side – or are still in the thick of it – how do you keep going? How do you not quit when things look bleak? Looking for any advice or personal stories that might help light the way. Thanks! submitte ..read more

I’m on the hunt for some good reads on how to validate problems and solutions. I’ve already gone through “The Mom Test” by Rob Fitzpatrick, which was super helpful for figuring out how to get honest feedback without getting sugar-coated answers. Does anyone have other book recommendations that cover similar ground? I’m especially keen on learning some solid frameworks to test out ideas effectively. submitted by /u/Hour_Presentation657 [visit reddit] [comments ..read more

Any founders know or care about export compliance for their products? Apparently even 'mass market' SaaS products have a responsibility to screen their users on sign-up? I know at my corporate jobs they would just pay for background checks for every prospect, but they had the ACV to justify that, which a touchless startup probably doesn't. We're wondering if we need to actually spend precious Dev time on this... thoughts? A few references to what is making us think about this: - BIS - Export Compliance Training submitted by /u/mouthbuster [visit reddit] [comments ..read more

Hi all - we’re looking to build out an app for our company. We’re not monetizing anything on the app. The purpose of the app is to help our tenants get around our facility and have the following functions: Access controls and security. Food and beverage menu, ordering and purchase. Signage and wayfinding. There’s almost too much when you google hoping if anyone has worked with a good company they could recommend. Thanks submitted by /u/Shiggins01 [visit reddit] [comments ..read more

I am the founder of a SaaS app that will hopefully launch late 2024/early 2025. Right now I am working on a pitch deck and I am providing a list of competitors. Most of them are not direct competitors and don’t exactly bring the solution that I hope to bring to the market. However, there is one company that is very similar to my startup. (Think Uber vs. Lyft, UberEats vs. DoorDash) They started a couple years ago but never really took off, they maybe have 1-5% of total market share. I’m not sure why. (Maybe poor marketing, pricing, I have no clue.) >95% of the people in the target market d ..read more

I'm for the first time about to start my own brand. I have design experience but not enough marketing, sales or business admin knowledge. This is balanced by the fact that I literally love learning what I need to get a job done. The only issue right now is that I'm approaching for the first time a lot of big topics like taxes, financials, suppliers and manufacturing, as well as web design, marketing and social medias. How do I structure the roadmap in order to be efficient and not get lost in the process? Because some days I have inspiration for the packaging for example, some others I have i ..read more

Hi everyone, I'm hoping to get some advice on a situation at my new marketing role. I started a month ago and I'm feeling a bit lost, especially after a recent interaction with my manager. During our last one-on-one, CEO told me something that's been sticking with me: "Don't try to please me, but please me with results." While I understand the sentiment of wanting high-quality work, it felt a bit harsh, especially considering I joined 1 month ago. I feel CEO is doubting my skills/expertise. However its been only 1 month. I have 10 years of experience though. I felt offended, but couldn't resp ..read more