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After 7 years of building projects with no traction, my app went from 0 to 2500+ signups in a month

r/indiehackers
5/22/2025

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
AI InterviewerN/AProductivityCore unique feature for generating ideas
Social Media ToolsN/AMarketingTools the author used before building their app
AI Writing ToolsN/AContent CreationTools the author used before building their app

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Difficulty finding useful social media tools
  • Frustration with existing AI writing tools
  • Need for personalized content generation
  • Confusing onboarding flows and workflows

Problems to Solve:

  • Generating consistent social media content
  • Creating personalized content profiles
  • Conducting effective AI interviews

Potential Solutions:

  • Gamified habit tracker for social media
  • AI interviewer feature
  • Improved onboarding process
  • Better user guidance and reminders

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Starting as a frustrated customer
  • Building based on personal pain points
  • Experimenting with unconventional ideas

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Posting on relevant subreddits
  • Sharing progress on Twitter
  • Leveraging word-of-mouth and organic sharing

Monetization & Product:

  • 10% conversion rate from ICP completing AI interview
  • Focus on solving real customer problems

User Engagement:

  • Creating shareable content
  • Building a community around the product
  • Encouraging organic sharing through value