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The Bootstrapped Founder
377: Virality is Poisonous
Feb 21, 2025
Chasing virality can be more harmful than helpful, poisoning your audience instead of nurturing them. The podcast delves into how viral success often attracts a disengaged crowd, detracting from meaningful connections. It champions the idea that cultivating genuine relationships with a smaller, engaged audience is the key to sustainable growth. Building authenticity and providing consistent value are emphasized as vital strategies for long-term success instead of fleeting fame.
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- Chasing virality can alienate genuine followers by attracting a misaligned audience that expects sensational content rather than authentic engagement.
- Nurturing a smaller, engaged audience cultivates meaningful connections and promotes sustainable business growth through consistent, valuable contributions.
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The Pitfalls of Chasing Virality
Focusing on creating viral content can be detrimental to the overall health of an indie business. Many founders mistakenly believe that virality is the key to gaining a larger audience and customer base, often trying repeatedly to create one standout post. However, this approach tends to mislead them, especially since creating consistently viral content often requires adopting a polarizing tone, which may not align with their authentic selves. Chasing virality can lead to desperation, resulting in content that feels forced and may alienate existing followers who were drawn to more genuine contributions.
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