Grow what? (1x1, 30+ minutes, 25 points)

Grow what? (1x1, 30+ minutes, 25 points)

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(Preparation)

  • Bot will send you the partner; start a telegram chat with him or her.
  • Agree on date, time (use UTC!), and videochat app.
  • Think of (1) your most important metric, (2) ways you tried to grow it, and (3) next hypotheses you're going to test.
  • Make sure that nothing interrupts you at chosen time.

(Assignment)

  1. Make a call at chosen time.
  2. Choose the one whose startup will be considered now. He or her is the presenter, another partner is interviewer.
  3. Set the timer for 15 minutes.
  4. The presenter talks about (1) the most important metric, (2) ways they tried to grow it, and (3) next hypotheses they're going to test.
  5. The interviewer (1) comes up with clarifying questions, (2) tries to share advice, and (3, optional) writes down the answers.
  6. When the time is over, the interviewer summarizes the discussion.
  7. Repeat items 2-6 for another presenter.
  8. Say thanks and goodbye. After the call, review your plans. Is there anything that could be added or improved?

(Possible clarifying questions)

  • Why did you choose this metric?
  • How did you understand that the goal has been achieved?
  • What are you doing this week to grow the metric?
  • How did you prioritize this list of hypotheses?
  • What will you do if you run into difficulties?
  • Do you want to change the goal now?
  • Maybe join my startup instead?

(Tips)

  • Be focused while listening.
  • Do not depreciate the problems.
  • Try to come up with new ideas, but give advice only if the partner is ready to get it.
  • Do not be shy to ask for advice.
  • Let your conversation stay private.

(Result) 

  • Videochat screenshot — 10 points.
  • Your metric — 5 points.
  • One specific result of the call for you — 10 points. 

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