New Episode on Nodes of Design: Design to VC: Growth, Product Pitfalls & PLG Myths with Andy Budd This week on Nodes of Design, we’re thrilled to feature Andy Budd, a visionary who transitioned from the world of design to venture capital, bringing a unique perspective to startup growth and product strategy. In this thought-provoking episode, Andy shares: ✔️ The 7 key factors that impact growth, and how to get them right. ✔️ The mistakes founders often make with their early product and how to avoid them. ✔️ Insights into the role of being the first design/product hire in a startup. ✔️ Why most advice on early-stage growth is misleading and the truth about PLG myths. Packed with actionable advice, sharp insights, and fresh perspectives, this conversation is a must-listen for designers, product enthusiasts, and startup founders aiming to level up their strategies. 🎙️ Listen now to learn from one of the best in the business. https://lnkd.in/gVTAJBZy Let us know your favorite takeaway from this episode in the comments! #design #vc #product #growth #startups
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New Episode Alert: Design to VC: Growth, Product Pitfalls & PLG Myths with Andy Budd Excited to share the latest episode of Nodes of Design! This week, I had the privilege of speaking with the brilliant Andy Budd, who transitioned from a successful design career to making waves in venture capital. In this episode, we dive deep into: 🔑 The seven key factors that drive product growth. ⚠️ Common mistakes founders make with their early products—and how to avoid them. 🎯 The challenges and opportunities of being the first design/product hire in a startup. 📈 Where growth design fits in today's startup landscape. 💡 Why most early-stage growth advice is flawed, and what founders need to know. 🤔 The biggest PLG myths Andy sees, and how to do it right. Andy’s unique perspective as a designer turned VC offers invaluable lessons for anyone navigating the intersection of design, product, and business growth. Listen now and level up your design and startup game! https://lnkd.in/gNr4nUqZ #design #vc #product #startups #culture
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🎯 Occam's Razor: The Secret Weapon for Building Better MVPs "The simplest solution is usually the best one" - this centuries-old principle might be the key to unlocking successful product development. When building MVPs, we often fall into the trap of feature creep and over-engineering. But Occam's Razor teaches us that among competing solutions, the one with the fewest assumptions should be selected. Here's how this applies to MVP development: Instead of asking "What features can we add?" ask "What features can we remove while still solving the core problem?" Three key principles I've learned: 1. Every feature you add doubles your testing complexity 2. The best solution is often subtractive, not additive 3. User problems are rarely solved by throwing more features at them Real example: At my last startup, we cut our initial feature set by 70% and focused on one core workflow. Result? Higher user engagement and faster time to market. Remember: Your MVP isn't about building the perfect solution. It's about testing your riskiest assumptions with minimal investment. What's your experience with keeping MVPs lean? Has simplicity ever led to better outcomes in your projects? #ProductDevelopment #MVP #StartupLife #ProductStrategy #Innovation
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https://lnkd.in/ddut7yeW The concept of an MVP comes from lean startup methodology, which encourages learning and building with scalability in mind. So with an MVP, you’re building the first small step at a low risk to your wallet and business that you can test, refine, and grow step-by-step. You’ll start with that small step to uncover the market’s interest in your product — this will teach you where you need to make improvements, scale back, or perhaps even add extra features to make the product marketable. #mvp #minimumviableproduct #agilemethodology #leanstartups
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Hot take: Building a moat in 2024 isn't about features. It's about removing complexity. The harder your product is to use, the easier it is to disrupt. Agree/Disagree? #StartupInsights #ProductStrategy
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Before you Cross the Rubicon How Implementation Prototypes help you know your idea is worth It
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Crafting a business plan that showcases your product? Our Portfolio Development module at Startup Help Squad empowers you to create a visually stunning portfolio. From product features to market differentiation, we've got you covered! Let's bring your product vision to life! #ProductVision #PortfolioDevelopment #StartupHelpSquad
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The highest expected value path to validate a startup idea is straightforward: 1. Build a minimum viable test (e.g., demo, landing page, lightweight MVP). 2. Get it in front of customers as quickly as possible. 3. See if you can sell the product/service for $$$. Effective validation requires genuine market transactions. Other discovery and market research work is necessary but not sufficient. Build and sell. This is the way.
