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I created the MVP, but feeling afraid to start marketing with no experience and knowledge
r/Entrepreneur
6/26/2025
SAAS TOOLS
SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Notion | Not mentioned | Productivity/Note-taking | Base platform for the solution - users write freely on pages |
Loom | Not mentioned | Video Recording | Suggested for creating demos |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Struggling to stay organized during calls due to data entry
- Difficulty filling spreadsheets while on calls
- Forgetting important information after calls
- CRM fatigue and unattended call logs
Problems to Solve:
- Automating data entry during/after calls
- Reducing manual spreadsheet work
- Capturing all important call information without structured forms
- Improving productivity during conversations
Potential Solutions:
- AI-powered note-taking that auto-fills databases
- Speech-to-text integration for live call processing (future plan)
- Keyword prompts to guide note-taking
- Post-call data adjustment capability
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Starting small and learning as you go
- Building in public and sharing progress
- Focusing on specific user groups first (e.g. call centers, salespeople)
- Developing use cases for different professions
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Creating demo videos/GIFs showing functionality
- Engaging in relevant communities before pitching
- Using targeted ads with phrases like "CRM fatigue"
- Personalizing emails to potential customers (e.g. call centers)
- Posting on r/SideProject for initial feedback
Monetization & Product:
- Starting with MVP then scaling features (e.g. speech-to-text)
- Planning monetization after traction
- Maintaining user control over final data
- Focusing on optimization for scalability
User Engagement:
- Asking for early user feedback
- Creating relatable tutorials/how-to guides
- Being transparent about product stage (work in progress)
- Community engagement in niche forums (Reddit, Slack, Discord)