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Jun 2024
31m 29s

Founder-led Marketing

37signals
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REWORK's host Kimberly Rhodes discusses the unique marketing approach of 37signals with its co-founders, Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson. They talk about how their process is simply sharing their perspectives and products, instead of traditional advertising. They champion genuine interaction over transactional posts and content. Key Takeaways: 00: ... Show More
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