On this episode, the hosts discuss a new app called Intro that allows users to schedule 15-minute meetings with popular CEOs and entrepreneurs for a few thousand dollars. They explore the value of these coffee chats and mention the platform's goal of reaching 100K bookings. Additionally, they talk about a platform connecting people with experts in various niches and discuss pricing structures for CEO consultations.
Intro offers 15-minute meetings with successful entrepreneurs for a fee, providing tips on starting and growing businesses.
Intro faces challenges in managing users' expectations and scalability but aims to reach 100k bookings this year.
Deep dives
Intro: A New Cameo-Like App for Meeting Entrepreneurs
Intro is a newish app similar to Cameo that allows users to schedule 15-minute meetings with successful entrepreneurs. The platform offers introductory calls with CEOs and executives who provide tips on starting successful companies, gaining customers, and growing businesses. Prices for these sessions vary, with some entrepreneurs charging hundreds or even thousands of dollars. The concept aims to provide valuable face-to-face time with industry experts, but the effectiveness of these short meetings remains uncertain. While Intro offers a unique opportunity to connect with unattainable professionals, customers must consider whether the cost is worth the advice received.
Challenges and Opportunities for Intro
Intro faces challenges in managing users' expectations and ensuring value in 15-minute conversations. The platform sets clear expectations upfront, stating the number of questions that can be asked in each session. However, it is uncertain how in-depth these conversations can be, considering the limited time. Additionally, the app attracts high-end experts across various fields, but the scalability of this one-on-one model remains to be seen. Currently, Intro focuses on specific niches such as home, wellness, and astrology, but may expand to other categories. Despite the potential limitations, the platform aims to reach 100k bookings this year, and early success suggests a growing demand for personalized advice and mentoring from industry experts.
Intro, a Cameo-like app, offers anyone 15 minute meetings with popular CEOs and entrepreneurs. The catch? You guessed it: thousands of dollars. You can now talk to Andrew Wilkinson or Rachel Zoe and get some advice on starting your own business, etc, but is it really worth the price tag?
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