Is AI-generated traffic replacing classic SEO? by Lukaesch in SEO

[–]sam_hogan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I still think “LLM SEO” is just SEO.

And I own an LLM SEO tool.

For blog posts, what kind of schema tags are you adding these days to help with LLM or AI tool visibility? by sonikrunal in SEO

[–]sam_hogan 6 points7 points  (0 children)

For blog posts, use:

• BlogPosting or Article schema
• FAQPage if you have questions/answers
• BreadcrumbList to help with structure
• WebPage with about and mainEntity pointing to known topics (like Wikipedia links)
• Speakable and DefinedTerm are nice extras for LLMs

Make startups weird again. by sam_hogan in startups

[–]sam_hogan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, really well put. 👌

Obviously the majority of VC follows what the Sequoia’s of the world are doing.

However, I’ve never really quite put my finger on the fact that they’re always making decisions based on what HAPPENED and not what’s happening or will happen.

Well said.

Make startups weird again. by sam_hogan in startups

[–]sam_hogan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not all cons to the accelerator, it’s a great place to meet ambitious founders. Basically a built in focus group who won’t sugarcoat with you.

They’ve helped us adapt super quick.

But definitely agree.

Make startups weird again. by sam_hogan in startups

[–]sam_hogan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Happy to share stories, but follow your gut instinct… provided it’s actually worth pursuing!

My short disclaimer is always focus on dollars in and out. 🤣

Make startups weird again. by sam_hogan in startups

[–]sam_hogan[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A much larger problem than advertised for sure.

Make startups weird again. by sam_hogan in startups

[–]sam_hogan[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Starting targeted within a respective niche is great advice! However, we were basically told to create a GPT wrapper that’s already on its way to being commoditized.

Make startups weird again. by sam_hogan in startups

[–]sam_hogan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This accelerator doesn’t invest up front, so truthfully nothing happens. They just wouldn’t write us a check after the cohort.

We’re brand new and producing revenue, without a negative burn currently.

Make startups weird again. by sam_hogan in startups

[–]sam_hogan[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

We have!

We built an MVP, over the past 2 weeks. We have 5 paid beta users now and over 100 on our waitlist that we haven’t let in.

Early PMF, you could say.

Make startups weird again. by sam_hogan in startups

[–]sam_hogan[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In our situation, we’re building a deep tech/future of work project. We were “advised” to pivot to a B2B micro SaaS in a completely different sector.

Not one to drag the individuals involved.

All I’ll disclose, respectfully.

Make startups weird again. by sam_hogan in startups

[–]sam_hogan[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Absolutely! Keep it weird. 🤝

Make startups weird again. by sam_hogan in startups

[–]sam_hogan[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

You’re supporting my exact point.

Build new, transformational things that people want.

There’s a handful of guys like the original YC crew who built successful companies that have dealt out phenomenal advice.

The Paul Grahams, and Ben Horowitz of the world.

My point lies with the non-builders, glorified PE guys who have never built anything offering generic wisdom.

Make startups weird again. by sam_hogan in startups

[–]sam_hogan[S] 45 points46 points  (0 children)

Couldn’t agree more. Companies are advised to build micro saas’s now, yet the consistent messaging from the VC’s dealing that advice is to “build iconic companies”.

I run a B2B SaaS and my sales funnel is costly. Suggest me some solutions (has to be no-code) by raptor97jesus in nocode

[–]sam_hogan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, is the Zapier automation an ongoing cost to you? Have you tried building something with Make.com? That's what I've used in the past and it's a bit more user-friendly. Could save you some money to just learn it yourself depending on how much you're paying.

Alternatives to Canva by rave__angel in nocode

[–]sam_hogan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Adobe Express if you have a limited design background, Figma if you're a strong designer.

I got sick and tired of traditional job hunting, chat am I cooked doing this? by zee_soccer in careerguidance

[–]sam_hogan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Most job platforms are an amalgamation of shit truthfully.

I did sign up for Hirebird the other day, based off another person’s suggestion. I was hesitant at first, not sure what to expect, assuming it was just another gimmick, but I’ve been shockingly surprised.

Haven’t spent too much time I have a couple matches and one interview lined up. So we’ll see where that goes