Ryan Hoover-Startup Growth Coaching

Example

Advising on focus as a key to startup success, emphasizing that startups often fail due to a lack of focus, but never succeed without it. A real story shared involves a startup that failed despite having a great vision, team, and market opportunity, collapsing due to trying to do too much at once.

Scenario

A user struggling to prioritize features for their startup receives guidance on the importance of focus, supported by Ryan's personal experience with a failed startup that lacked direction.

Example

Discussing the emotional rollercoaster of launching a product, including feeling embarrassed about early versions but finding it rewarding when the product is finally used by others.

Scenario

A product manager feeling unsure about their product's readiness for launch is reassured by Ryan's perspective that being embarrassed by the first version means you've launched at the right time.

Example

Sharing tactics for building community around a product or service, like seeding the community with the right people, recognizing good behavior, and creating moments of delight.

Scenario

A founder looking to build a community around their new app is inspired by Ryan's advice to focus on early engagement, delighting users, and encouraging positive contributions through recognition.