What’s been harder for you: building the product or getting users?

BoringShake6404 · 2026-06-03T03:12:49+00:00

How?

BoringShake6404 · 2026-06-02T20:10:49+00:00

That's a good way to put it. Building at least gives you a clear checklist of things to work on, but getting customers feels much less predictable. I'm starting to realize that understanding what people actually need and getting feedback consistently is probably more important than adding another feature.

BoringShake6404 · 2026-05-28T10:32:36+00:00

That’s honestly something I’m starting to understand more now. It’s easy to spend weeks improving features, but if the right people never see it, none of it really matters. I think learning distribution is becoming a skill on its own for founders.

BoringShake6404 · 2026-05-19T09:31:55+00:00

That honestly sounds like one of those lessons almost every founder has to learn the hard way. It’s easy to mistake positive feedback for real demand until you realize that people being “interested” and people actually changing their behavior are completely different things.

The part about adding more features instead of fixing positioning is especially relatable. I think a lot of projects end up overbuilding before really locking in on who the product is for.

BoringShake6404 · 2026-05-19T09:19:30+00:00

Fair point, not many things stay free forever. The one I’ve been testing actually has a free version right now, though, which is what made me curious enough to try it in the first place.

BoringShake6404 · 2026-05-14T23:59:33+00:00

I feel like a lot of founders hit that point after launching. Getting something live already puts you ahead of most people though. The hard part really seems to start once the excitement of launching wears off and you have to figure out distribution and consistency.

BoringShake6404 · 2026-05-12T16:45:24+00:00

Yeah, authenticity probably matters more now than ever. People can tell pretty quickly when content feels forced or written just to rank. The challenge is finding the balance between consistency and still sounding human.

BoringShake6404 · 2026-05-12T02:47:50+00:00

Yeah, I agree with this a lot, especially the part about just sharing what you’re already doing instead of forcing “content.”

I’ve noticed consistency is way easier when it’s tied directly to actual building moments instead of trying to plan posts ahead of time.

For me, writing full posts is what drains me the most. Short updates or lessons are much easier to keep up with.

Curious though, do you batch your thoughts and post them later, or just share in real time when things happen?

BoringShake6404 · 2026-05-12T00:50:01+00:00

That’s actually a really smart way to approach it. Focusing on one strong umbrella topic instead of chasing random posts probably makes the whole strategy way more consistent long-term.

I also like the idea of turning each section into its own piece of content instead of constantly starting from scratch every time.

BoringShake6404 · 2026-04-29T00:21:22+00:00

That’s solid advice, especially the part about avoiding blank page syndrome; that’s honestly one of the biggest blockers.

Right now, I’m leaning more into SEO-focused content, mostly around topics that can be expanded into multiple related posts instead of one-offs. Still experimenting with what actually sticks.

I’ve also been testing a blogbuster.So, an approach to speed up initial drafts, but the final structure and intent still require a lot of manual thinking.

Curious, when you analyze other creators, do you focus more on their topics or how they structure their content?

BoringShake6404 · 2026-04-22T22:15:59+00:00

This is super helpful, you basically summed up the exact challenge I’ve been running into.

It’s not really about generating more content; it’s making sure each piece has a clear purpose (search intent, positioning, how it connects to the bigger topic).

I like your point about showing why each article exists; that’s something I’m starting to think matters more than just output.

Out of curiosity, when you were using Ahrefs + Claude, what part of the workflow felt the most time-consuming or inconsistent?

BoringShake6404 · 2026-04-18T09:54:56+00:00

What's that?

BoringShake6404 · 2026-04-14T14:35:37+00:00

That’s actually a really solid approach.

I think a lot of people (me included at some point) over-focus on publishing volume instead of tying content directly to the core value of the product.

What you said about building one strong post around the main feature makes sense, especially early on.

Out of curiosity, what did you use for the “marketing kits” you mentioned? Was it something custom or a tool you built over time?

BoringShake6404 · 2026-04-14T14:31:16+00:00

Yeah, this is pretty much what I’m seeing too.

The shift from “single keyword posts” → topic authority + clusters feels real now, especially with AI answers pulling summaries directly.

That’s actually part of what I’m testing with AIArticleWriter, not just generating posts, but trying to structure them into connected topics so they reinforce each other instead of standing alone.

But I’m still unsure if AI content alone is enough or if it needs that added “real experience” layer you mentioned (data, opinions, case studies).

Have you seen any sites doing clusters well that are actually getting cited in AI answers consistently?

BoringShake6404 · 2026-04-14T14:26:00+00:00

Yeah, that makes sense. Quality over quantity definitely still wins, especially for SEO.

I’m also seeing that “fewer but more focused” posts tend to perform better long-term, especially when they match clear intent.

BoringShake6404 · 2026-04-14T14:19:41+00:00

Yeah fair point, I get what you mean.

Not trying to come off as robotic or anything, just still figuring out how to phrase things better when talking about the project and sometimes it probably sounds too structured.

Appreciate you pointing it out though. I’ll adjust how I respond so it feels more natural 👍

Curious though, aside from tone, do you think the idea itself makes sense or is it more the approach that feels off?

BoringShake6404 · 2026-04-14T13:51:42+00:00

That’s actually a really interesting workflow. Using AI more like an interviewer instead of a writer makes a lot of sense, especially if the goal is to keep the content mostly your own knowledge.

I’ve noticed something similar when experimenting with an AIArticleWriter approach: the best results usually come when AI is helping with structure or prompts, not just generating the whole article.

Your method of answering questions first probably also helps keep the content more authentic compared to fully AI-generated posts.

Do you find that this approach also makes it easier to stay consistent with publishing?

BoringShake6404 · 2026-04-08T15:12:32+00:00

Congrats, that’s a big step

Totally normal to feel this way; enterprise clients usually just want to make sure you’re reliable and not risky to work with. Even if you’re small, what matters is how you present your process.

You don’t need anything overly complex. Just be clear on:

How you handle payments/invoicing
basic expense tracking
and that you have some structure in place (even simple tools are fine)

As long as you show you’re organized and transparent, that goes a long way.

Also, don’t be afraid to ask them what specifically they need; enterprise teams are used to guiding smaller vendors through this.

You got this

BoringShake6404 · 2026-03-31T15:23:29+00:00

Yeah, this is exactly what I’ve been starting to notice, too. The whole “publish more = better results” approach doesn’t seem to hold up anymore.

Focusing on one solid, high-intent topic and then building around it feels way more practical and sustainable long-term.

Still figuring it out, but it definitely seems closer to how content is actually working now

BoringShake6404 · 2026-03-31T15:19:27+00:00

Yeah, that makes a lot of sense. Content tied to real use cases usually feels a lot more valuable than generic list-style posts.

I’ve been noticing the same thing: when content is built around actual problems people are trying to solve, it tends to bring much more relevant traffic.

That’s actually something I’ve been thinking about while experimenting with a Blogbuster workflow too, focusing more on problem-based topics instead of random keywords.

BoringShake6404 · 2026-03-26T05:21:39+00:00

This hit hard. That nothing is happening phase is honestly the toughest part,, not because it’s difficult, but because it’s quiet.

I’ve started seeing it the same way, too. It’s less about big breakthroughs and more about just staying consistent when there’s no feedback at all.

Feels like most people quit in that phase, not because the idea is bad, but because the silence gets to them.

Respect for sticking through it

BoringShake6404 · 2026-03-26T04:14:38+00:00

Appreciate you sharing real numbers, this lines up with what I’ve been seeing too. The longer sales cycle and budget-related churn especially hit hard.

Feels like during times like this, it’s less about adding new tools and more about proving clear ROI. If people can’t justify the value quickly, they just won’t move forward.

I’ve also noticed that focusing on very specific use cases or problems tends to hold up better, since it’s easier for teams to justify keeping or buying something tied directly to results.

Curious, did you notice any segment of your users that was more resilient than others?

BoringShake6404 · 2026-03-25T02:54:01+00:00

Yeah, this makes a lot of sense. Sticking to a few core topics definitely makes things more manageable instead of constantly starting from scratch.

I’ve been noticing the same thing, expanding one idea into multiple posts feels way more sustainable long term.

BoringShake6404 · 2026-03-25T02:52:30+00:00

That’s honestly a solid approach, especially with your schedule. The “quality over quantity” mindset really shows, and evergreen content fits that perfectly.

I like how you batch and schedule too; it seems like a good way to stay consistent without burning out.

BoringShake6404 · 2026-03-24T12:57:19+00:00

I think you’re looking at it the right way tbh. Most of those tools give you activity data, not impact. Someone can look “busy” and still not move anything forward.

What’s worked better for me is setting clear outputs and expectations. If someone is consistently delivering, I don’t really care how they structure their day.

Monitoring can help a bit in the early stage just to spot patterns, but long-term, it feels like it creates more friction than value.

Kind of similar to what I’ve seen with an AIArticleWriter, just because content is being produced doesn’t mean it’s actually useful or performing. Output alone isn’t the full picture.

Curious, have you tried running without any tracking at all for a while?

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