... work as a hybrid model: a monthly base fee + a small percentage of revenue uplift when results improve. I personally know a few marketers (my friends) who run on this structure. It s actually closer to a classic sales model = base + commission, which makes sense if marketing is directly tied to revenue. It doesn t work everywhere, though. You need decent tracking and enough margin to share upside. The real problem with fixed pricing is finding that balance where ... ... takes someone else an hour, should the client pay less just because I m faster? I think this tension is something almost every freelancer wrestles with at some point. Comment from Tereza Hurtov (@tereza_hurtova): @busmark_w_nika Great topic

... probably works best when you combine both - using the newest tech, but still showing real faces. Comment from Joe(@rolodexter): It s almost like people log onto X for conversation, not to be force-fed yet another SaaS sales funnel disguised as a thread. Comment from Samantha Alexander(@samtalksfood): I've experienced this, too! When I post content about my life (not even being a founder, but my life outside of work - my creative hobbies), engagement is far higher ... ... annoying sometimes, but I guess that s how social works people engage with what feels personal first. Comment from Emily Schubert(@emily_schubert): I guess this is the relatable hook problem. Sometimes people stop scrolling because of random, personal topics

... Zooming out, I ve been thinking about something bigger. It feels like product videos are moving beyond nice-to-have tutorials and becoming embedded across the entire growth motion. Not just: How-to videos But: Onboarding flows Feature announcements Sales enablement Reducing support tickets Customer education Even async internal updates In some teams, video is starting to feel like infrastructure something you build into the product and growth engine from day one. In others, it still feels reactive. Can someone ... ... Admittedly this is a huge weak spot for me. Do you have any favourite platforms for building on-boarding flows etc? Great insight Comment from Valeriia Kuna(@valeriia_kuna): Funny you mention this we were just discussing this exact topic

... firms like Zoho and Animaker, I began an exciting journey in freelancing. These days I mostly write or ghostwrite, I also have hands-on experience with SEO research. That means I can do keyword research, create topic clusters, map these topics

... scale of business, names like @jackfriks @t_zahil @d4m1n @TakoTreba and many others will give you way more insights on how to market your business/products. Comment from Tetiana(@tetianai): Such a great topic! I want to share a marketer and the author of Obviously Awesome and Sales

... with AI, the greatest technology the world has ever seen, I predict the return of three pricing structures which are just so, inherently, human. And that, kinda, makes sense I've written a more in-depth Substack on the topic that I'll link to at the bottom, but here's the TL;DR to avoid you needing to switch platforms. A short summary of the thinking AI models are converging faster than we expected. For most users ... ... really difficult model for startups to build upon as doesn't let you build a predictable business. I think it's much easier for well-used tools to back into or at least well-funded startups. Salesforce

... many tractor brands available today, Preet has become a trusted name for farmers who want power, durability, and affordability. As farmers search for reliable machines for various field operations, Preet tractor price has become one of the most discussed topics in 2025. The brand is known for offering strong performance at a budget-friendly cost, making it a perfect choice for small, medium and large-scale farmers. Preet Tractors is an Indian company that focuses on manufacturing tractors suitable ... ... Preet tractor price becomes even more attractive. The tractor brand has also expanded its dealership and service network across India. This makes it easier for farmers to get access to genuine spare parts and skilled technicians. Availability of after-sales

... been doing a lot of pitching recently. I went to Web Summit where I got pitched at a lot. And my LinkedIn inbox is non-stop infinity loops of pitching at me. = Therefore, I've been thinking about the topic a lot! I think it's fair and obvious to say, some people can communicate better than others. It's an art. I can't dance either, it's just life. The shame is that some brilliant products seem ... ... message, check their profile. Who are they? What s their background? I can t tell you how many pitches I get that are completely irrelevant, clearly copied and pasted, expecting a reply. When the stakes are higher - funding, partnerships, sales

... from Nika(@busmark_w_nika): @dzaitzow  Reddit is the place where people go for advice, so people trust people there. But dunno how often people click on your profile and links. I think it is better for discussing topics. As for me, I would prefer LinkedIn over Facebook (FB is too political and toxic for me). Comment from Nika(@busmark_w_nika): @marc_vuit  How big is your audience? And how do you grow it? Comment from Nika ... ... reddit. Linkedin has been more like a fast leadgen thing, reddit is more of a slow built up. Basically showing up in relevant threads, sharing info, and letting inbound leads come in. I don't usually do hard core sales

... underrated. From my perspective, they are places to talk all-things product: announcements, updates, best practices... and careers, too! See examples with @v0 by Vercel : Hiring: Product Engineer and Senior Product Marketing Manager Hiring: 3 more open roles including Sales Engineer and Content Marketer Hope it inspires Comment from Nika(@busmark_w_nika): @madison_shaw  But for now, you can follow only the forum (e.g Product Hunt forum) Comment from Nika(@busmark_w_nika): @andrewdavidj  Unfortunately ... ... will be hard. If you love challenges, go for Tuesday. Comment from Ruxandra Mazilu(@ruxandra_mazilu): The job board Comment from David Ryan(@hellodavidryan): Dark Mode? Comment from Madison Shaw(@madison_shaw): The ability to swiftly return to topics

... even using some of them. That doesn't mean you can't identify angels to enter the market with incremental improvements. The success multiplier will be smaller, though. 7. Don't get sidetracked with all the marketing and sales opportunities. If you are small, double down on the one channel that works for you. For us, that was organic traffic. 8. Consistency compounds, but slowly. It took us 3+ years to reach meaningful traction, and we were making ... ... busmark_w_nika  That's a tough one for sure. Here are some tips: 1. Work on a small project first and see if you gel. Clarify expectations before you begin work. There are great questionnaires on the topic

... need to reconsider my pricing :D Comment from Nika(@busmark_w_nika): @sumitgoel   @qiwap  I know you are talking about. One YouTube influencer asked for $10k :D Didn't know that TT UGC is so sales-driving. Do you have any examples of videos that worked well for you? (link is welcome) :) Comment from Mellodii(@mellodiii_59): @sumitgoel  my experience taught me, this is a "depends" question, depends on if your product value and proposition aligned with ... ... sentiments and opinions expressed into consideration..by breaking down content into smaller parts to understand each minute detail Comment from Atique Bandukwala(@atique_bandukwala1): @busmark_w_nika  also to add something here while we are discussing this topic

... your company's newsletter? (e.g. updates, interesting tricks, etc.) 3) How often do you sell your product directly? (E.g. what are the common ways of placing/exposing your brand? I have in mind several options: specialised/exclusive article on a certain topic where the product is mentioned? (product placement) affiliate program via link within the newsletter? logo placement at a certain position with a link to your product? banner within the newsletter with a special offer/promo? Comment from Matt Brattin(@mattbrattin): @busmark ... ... Nika. In my experience, email consistently delivers stronger ROI compared to social channels, which aligns with Neil Patel s data. What has worked best for us is approaching the newsletter as a value-driven channel rather than a direct sales

... that? And I think what you're describing is a bit different from what I was asking about! You're talking about retention offers when someone's already a paying customer trying to cancel/downgrade. Super important topic for sure! I was more curious about that specific moment when a FREE trial ends and someone hasn't converted yet - like how Notion, Canva, etc. handle that transition. It's such a delicate moment because you're asking someone ... ... value and decide at their own pace. We also keep the door open for feedback and make adjustments to smooth the transition. For us, it s about building a long-term relationship, not just pushing for a quick sale

... Comment from Shashwat Ghosh(@shashwat_ghosh_gtm): @gabe Great thread, timely discussion. Wherever I do Fractional CMO consulting, I always insist on having 2-3 Marketers/ PMM with vibe coding skill. May not be required for Demandgen/ Inside Sales/ Inbound folks. Comment from Adi Singh(@adi_singh5): I'm not convinced by the hype around 'vibe coders'. At the end of the day, building a successful product still requires a solid foundation in software engineering fundamentals, not just a 'vibe ... ... byalexai  What are you launching soon? Comment from Kerem Can(@keremcan01): @busmark_w_nika  I think this is the most reasonable answer. Comment from Seunggon Kim(@seunggon_kim): Your question touches on a very relevant and nuanced topic

... much longer. Maybe there s been a misunderstanding about my point. Right now, I m working on Forever DAO. This is Plaid for healthcare memory. We re really in a very early stage. We first started on this topic just three months ago. But if there are no major disruptions, I think I ll stay active at least until spring 2027, and very likely even after that. Of course, many projects have been complete failures. Before this, some close friends ... ... them cooperated which was unpredictable, there after gaining multiple clients abroad there pays were raised as per specialization. No exit plans but a hope to let them aware for more better opportunities and thanks to my sales

... running into a wall yourself. Props for taking the initiative and building the solution you needed. And having the right people around you makes all the difference Comment from Helga Razinkova(@helga_impalpable): That's interesting, thanks for the topic! I'm with you with this insight, actually: it's way better to do/publish something somewhat raw and start getting insights/feedback/whatever right away, rather than spending tons of time trying to make everything perfect. There's no such thing ... ... decided to challenge it with a real world sales

... Comment from Anastasiia Breiterman(@aabreyterman): We used solvearn to find a developer for our breakup healing app (you can suggest equity based pay there) Comment from Nastassia (@nastassia_k): @enesterenko  100% agree. I've discussed this topic with a couple of CEOs and founders, and all of them said that they only hire talent through a close circle of acquaintances. I think in startups, it's very important to trust the team. Comment from Ramesh Kumar Ramachandran(@rameshkumar_astravue ... ... collaboration evidence (side projects, any personal project or product founder etc., if any) . And the reason for all of the above tests is to give the acceptance and responsibility to provide best service to clients projects on which the sales

... factor there. So yeah, I think the general HR stuff will be done by AI but the hiring part will still be in hands of humans at least for long period. Comment from Ruben Lozano(@rubenlozanome): Really interesting topic and this is the beginning of many of us to start to find our value in the new ecosystem and be valuable for companies and machines. HR will be impacted and they will shrink a lot the size, like any other ... ... normal growth), companies are finding it difficult to justify the expense; and hence the firings. Unfortunately, the firing has affected even the most loyal employees who've worked at these companies for decades. Comment from Nika(@busmark_w_nika): @salestarget

... make it. Comment from Nika(@busmark_w_nika): @new_user___2022025e8369df0e404b20a  We are going to ;) Comment from Nika(@busmark_w_nika): @qiwap  Have you launched there yet? Comment from Nika(@busmark_w_nika): @byalexai  Another topic you are experienced in (of course, I remember, you told me on the call) :D Have you ever met with a scenario where makers boosted their own launch with money so it looked like they had already been donated ... ... Shopify app that lets you run crowdfunding or pre-order campaigns directly in your own store. No need to send customers to another platform or wait weeks for payouts everything stays inside Shopify: your traffic, your audience, and your sales

... Accelerator, that's... what literally everything startup related offers. Local Stakeholders (city, companies, law firms, etc.) are burned out that they helped launch or support these Accelerators, because nothing is accelerated but some networking: no PR, no Sales, no substantial partners, and no measurable impact on rate of success. The name was used by people wanting to sell communities to founders, because it's as sexy as calling everyone an entrepreneur, and startups gobbled it up to the glee ... ... just an idea, or do they already require traction? When is your launch btw? Comment from Aleksandar Blazhev(@byalexai): @johnny_wolff  Wow, great post! Could you share some of the resources? I mean what did they include, what topics

... Common Sense Media published a report on this topic, and it reminded me of how big a bubble I live in. When Meta announced back in 2024/2025 that they wanted to create AI avatars to boost engagement , I was skeptic, but data speaks clearly  young people enjoy AI interaction . Some key points: The majority of U.S. teens (72%) have tried an AI companion at least once. 52% said they are regular users (13% chat with them daily ... ... when I sense AI in conversation with someone that is a presumably a person, I immediately stop the conversation or don't even start it in the first place. I hate people using AI to scale their sales

... martelletti): @busmark_w_nika   100%! And fair point, that line about the messy shift probably made it sound like I m deep in enterprise land I ve mostly been on the small startup side, just called out those topics because they ve been my most recent (and soul-destroying) roles haha. Comment from Adam Martelletti(@adam_martelletti): @busmark_w_nika  Haha not at all. Comment from Nika(@busmark_w_nika): @adam_martelletti  I will try my best ... ... time user experience and onboarding, or the messy shift from self-serve SaaS to technical enterprise sales

... original, something I haven t seen on PH before. 3. Craftsmanship : High attention to detail matters. Pixel-perfect design and thoughtful UX always catch my eye. 4. Categories : I mostly hunt in the Nocode, Developer Tools, Marketing & Sales SaaS, AI & AI Agents and Mobile Apps space. I ve hunted ~300 products so far, each one carefully selected based on the criteria above. You can check out my hunter profile here: @rohanrecommends Comment from Shashwat Ghosh(@shashwat_ghosh ... ... hunting I think they should disclose that. But I guess a comment as part of the hunt could also work. Comment from Aleksandar Blazhev(@byalexai): I sometimes hunt. And that s why I ll share my thoughts on the topic

... Here are my 2 cents on this topic. I became an entrepreneur because I craved the freedom to chart my own path and bring my visions to life. With Garnet AI , I m building an AI-powered platform that automates compliance checks and document parsing, cutting vendor onboarding time in half and keeping revenue moving. I chose the hard way of startup life because I couldn t ignore the daily grind sales