2020 was a phenomenal year for me for many reasons, but the special one is getting my first startup gig through Twitter DMs π―
While I'm fulfilling the goal of working at a startup, I'm currently looking for a transition to a new one πͺπ½
TL;DR: I'm available in the market ππ½
1/ Why hire me?
I build online communities by building products people want! So far shipped 12 projects using no-code tools which served hundreds of thousands of people in the community!
Currently I'm working full-time at Draftbit while helping build @shoutoutso_ on the side π
See for yourself:
I took Shoutout as an idea from zero to one, launched a no-code MVP, found my co-founder on Twitter, onboarded incredible startup leaders and creators as users, and now have a solid MRR π
An early-stage startup that has an ambitious vision, strives to deliver value to the community, a fast-growing remote culture and challenges me to be my best possible self π₯
A #buildinpublic mindset would be a bonus since I do it all the time!
4/ Here's what I need help from you:
I have built and shipped many projects in public, but this is my first time applying for jobs in public. So if you come across any opportunities that fit my criteria, I would appreciate you sending them my way ππ½
Not knowingly or knowingly I have shipped all my products taking the #buildinpublic route π
Here are some lessons I learned from my experience:
A thread π§΅
1/ Be transparent:
When you allow yourself to be open and transparent, the community sort of shows interest in the work you do. Also, they contribute things you never expect.
2/ Don't be invisible:
There is a high difference between practicing what you are good at in closed indoors vs trying openly in public. You learn a lot when you put your work outside.
Jared is one of the most recognized, celebrated people working in UX design. If you want to be customer-centric, up-to-date with the latest trends, and better prepared to ship products your customers will love, he is the guy to look for advice.
Eugene worked as a head of product @hulu, @Flipboard and most recently was head of video at @oculus. I really like his take on why itβs important for product managers to read fiction and how great leaders create leverage through compression.
As a maker, I always enjoy the process and keep my focus on what I can control. It always works for me and today I wanted to share the intangible lessons I implement in my maker process ππ½
A thread π§΅
1/ Embrace the struggle:
As a maker, you have to go through a lot of pain when building your idea. You can only enjoy it when you embrace it. There is no shortcut but to accept the roadblocks, struggle and maker pains.
Always remember the ROI lies on the other side of it π―
2/ Ask when are stuck:
The best way to solve any problem is to seek help. I always rely on the community when I'm stuck and often people unconditionally help me as I do the same to them.
That's the beauty of the community. We take care of each other and make sure we win.