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Startup Field Guide by Unusual Ventures: The Product Market Fit Podcast

Notion's Akshay Kothari on productivity and embracing AI

Feb 11, 2024
Notion's Akshay Kothari discusses building Notion 1.0, meeting Ivan Zhao, launching AI features, and Notion's evolution. Sandhya Hegde explores GTM strategy, customer feedback, and the future of Notion AI. Insights on transitioning from LinkedIn to startup, embracing AI in product development, and the challenges of product-led sales.
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Akshay Kothari

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Quick takeaways

  • Notion prioritized simplicity and practicality by providing templates for users, enhancing their productivity.
  • Early adoption of AI features by Notion revolutionized user experiences, showcasing a commitment to innovation.

Deep dives

The Evolution of Notion's Product Strategy

Notion's journey began with a focus on enabling users to build their own software, but a pivotal shift in 2016-2017 led to the creation of templates for users to easily start using the platform. Notion 1.0 provided users with templates for tasks like to-do lists, streamlining their experience. This transition marked the evolution of Notion's product strategy towards simplicity and practicality, catering to users' job-related needs.

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