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The Startup Ideas Podcast

How to Build Hype with Matteo Franceschetti

Feb 3, 2022
Matteo Franceschetti, Founder and CEO of 8sleep, discusses his journey transforming sleep technology into a captivating market. He shares how innovative marketing and athlete endorsements have redefined 'sleep fitness.' The conversation delves into strategies for brand building and navigating supply chain challenges. Matteo also highlights the importance of being remarkable and embracing contrarian ideas in a competitive landscape. Listeners will enjoy insights on creating hype and engaging effectively with diverse communities.
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Quick takeaways

  • Focus on product excellence and community concentration to dominate sleep performance market.
  • Embrace contrarian views and forecast trends for successful innovation and disruption.

Deep dives

Creating a Niche with Sleep Fitness

A revolutionary approach to sleep fitness led to the creation of eight sleep. By focusing on improving sleep quality for athletes and leveraging word of mouth through product excellence and community concentration, the brand aims to dominate the conversation around sleep performance.

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