This Week in Startups Kevin Rose on his product philosophy, Reddit & Digg’s inverse journeys, Twitter’s recent innovations & more | E1185
Mar 16, 2021
Kevin Rose, a trailblazing entrepreneur and investor celebrated for his work with Digg and True Ventures, shares fascinating insights into the tech landscape. He discusses the contrasting journeys of Reddit and Digg, emphasizing community values and product identity. The conversation highlights his innovative product development philosophy, the importance of minimal viable products, and community feedback in shaping features. Rose also dives into the evolving dynamics of social media, including Twitter's adaptations, and shares personal reflections on vulnerability, craftsmanship, and the digital ownership revolution.
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Essentialism in Product Development
- Focus on building the core 2-3 essential features of a product exceptionally well.
- This shortens development time and allows for quick testing and iteration based on user feedback.
Community-Driven Development
- Launch with essential features, then let the community dictate further development through feedback and surveys.
- This ensures features align with user needs and generate excitement, fostering organic growth.
Live User Count in Zero
- Zero displays the live number of users fasting to build community and reduce feelings of isolation for users facing this health challenge.
- This fosters a sense of shared experience and collective success.