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Jul 13
11m 19s

cluely has competition...

Jaeden Schafer and Jamie McCauley
About this episode

Jamie & Jaeden discuss the rapid growth of Cluely, a company that has doubled its annual recurring revenue in just a week. They explore the marketing strategies that contributed to this success, including the use of controversy and virality. The conversation also touches on the challenges posed by competition, particularly from open-source alternatives, and the complexities of software development. They also emphasize the importance of branding and creative marketing in maintaining a competitive edge in the tech industry.



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    00:00 The Rise of Clueless: Doubling Revenue in a Week

    02:08 Marketing Strategies: Controversy and Virality

    05:25 Competition and the Open Source Challenge

    08:18 The Future of Software: Cloning and Branding

    10:54 Conclusion: The Importance of Marketing in Tech


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