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There have always been communities and clubs for entrepreneurs + tech folks (Rotary, Chamber, Homebrew Computer Club). I wanted to recreate that feeling I get
by mijustin 13y ago
There have always been communities and clubs for entrepreneurs + tech folks (Rotary, Chamber, Homebrew Computer Club).
I wanted to recreate that feeling I get when I'm hanging out at a conference (in the hallway, after sessions) with other attendees. Being able to talk to smart people, exchange ideas and tips, on a regular basis is super helpful.
- neilk 13y agoFair enough but that doesn't really correlate with willingness to spend $10/month on some site that doesn't already have a reputation. These sorts of things need some nucleus to form around, some other reason for being there that attracts smart and creative do-ers, and that will repel wannabes and service providers (lawyers, accountants, etc). Often I find the best "networking" happens at events which are completely unrelated to anything businessy.
- mijustin 13y agoYup, I agree. The "nucleus" of our group were smart people I'd met through my podcast (Product People). We only let 5-10 people in at a time, and the monthly cost itself keeps most trolls away. ;) The group has a great diversity: everyone from people building their first thing, to folks that have already built big (million+ in sales) businesses. Clearly, choosing a group to belong to is a pretty personal choice. Our group isn't going to appeal to everyone. ;) (And correction: it's actually $20/month! There are other active + healthy communities that are $34-$100/month out there as well)