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$5,000,000 per year with zero employees: the Strapsicle story
Mar 3, 2025
Lou Rice, co-founder of Strapsicle, a brand revolutionizing Kindle accessories, shares her journey of leveraging TikTok to engage a niche community. She reveals how a simple idea turned into a business projected to earn $5 million annually with no employees. Rice discusses the magic of listicle PR and the impact of hiring a content creator on marketing efforts. She also highlights ambitious plans for live shopping in China and provides actionable tips for entrepreneurs looking to boost their sales and connect with their target audiences.
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Quick takeaways
- Lou Rice's innovative product Strapsicle gained rapid success by leveraging TikTok's BookTok community and influencer marketing strategies.
- The founders' strategic use of Listicle PR and Amazon placements significantly boosted brand visibility and sales growth during key shopping seasons.
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From Idea to Product Launch
The journey of developing Strapsicle began with a humorous yet relatable incident involving the founder's experience while breastfeeding. After dropping her Kindle on her newborn's head during a late-night reading session, she realized the need for a more practical solution to hold the e-reader. This led to the creation of a simple but ingenious rubber strap that allows users to easily hold their Kindles without the risk of dropping them. Starting as a small side hustle, the brand quickly gained traction, achieving $230,000 in revenue during its first year and growing significantly thereafter.
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