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Why Product Hunt Might Be Overrated (and What to Focus on Instead)
When you're building a product and planning your launch, Product Hunt probably comes up as a must-do. It’s free. It has a built-in audience. You’ve seen “Product of the Day” badges on other startups. Seems like a no-brainer, right?
But here’s the reality: for most founders, Product Hunt doesn’t actually move the needle in a meaningful way.
Let’s break it down.
What Product Hunt Does Well
Let’s be fair - Product Hunt isn’t useless. If your product resonates with
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The Netty Awards: An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Avoiding Vanity Scams
"Hey there! I'm getting in touch because [company] has earned a nomination for this year's Netty Awards in the Tech category. All tech nominees receive an article on the Netty Awards website, among other benefits we can share more about. Could you please have the right person for awards and press send me an email so we can finalize the nomination/article coverage? Thank you!" -Zoe, Netty Awards
The internet is flooded with noise - and not every form of recognition
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