Share Your Startup: October 2021 Edition — Help Boost Visibility
Introduction
The r/startups community invites you to share what you’re building. Offer a clear snapshot of your startup in the comment below, following the structure outlined here to make it easy for others to understand your offering, location, and needs. This is a great way to gain visibility, gather feedback, and explore local networking opportunities.
Submission Template
– Startup Name / URL
– Headquarters Location
– Provide your base city or region to facilitate local connections and access to nearby resources
– Elevator Pitch / Explainer Video
– More Details:
– What stage is your startup currently in?
– Your role within the company
– Goals for This Month
– How can the r/startups community assist you?
– Note: Do not solicit funds publicly in this thread; it may be illegal in certain jurisdictions
– Discount for r/startups Subscribers
– Describe any exclusive offers or discounts available to the community
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Startup Life Cycle Stages (Based on the Max Marmer model used by Startup Genome and the Kauffman Foundation)
1) Discovery
– Market and competitor research
– Initial user experience design
– Problem/solution validation
– MVP development
2) Validation
– Confirmed problem/solution fit
– MVP launched
– Product validation and UX refinements
– Iterations leading toward product/market fit
3) Efficiency
– Product/market fit established
– Preparation for scaling
– UX and performance optimization for growth
– Streamlined operations in anticipation of scale
– Validation of scaling approaches
4) Scaling
– Scaling strategies validated
– Operational systems optimized for growth
– Growth initiatives underway
– Repeatable sales processes tested and refined
5) Profit Maximization
– Business scaled and established
– Expanded production and operations to boost revenue
– Systems optimized for profit
6) Renewal
– Near-peak profitability and optimization
– Active reinvention of core products and business model
– Pursuit of acquisitions, new technologies, or new markets to sustain relevance
– Exploration of horizontal and vertical expansion to counter decline
Note for traditional businesses
If your venture is a traditional, non-scaling enterprise, you’re welcome to reference a conventional business lifecycle framework and share which stage you’re currently in.
Tips for a compelling post
– Be concise but informative: include essential details that help readers understand your value proposition.
– Include a CTA: specify what kind of feedback or help you’re seeking from the community.
– Consider linking to a teaser video or a one-page deck to accelerate comprehension.
By following this structure, you’ll maximize clarity and engagement, making it easier for fellow founders, potential partners, and local resources to connect with you.
