I'm starting to build in public -> What has helped you?
Hey everyone,
I've been working towards creating a consistent source of income with programming. I've done some freelance work and picked up enough to feel confident enough to build something from scratch. I also really love the idea of building something in public.
So, I am building a tool for insurance agencies, as that is my full-time job. At the least, it will be an SMS tool specifically for insurance agencies. Depending on how things go, I may build out an entire CRM. (I am building with Laravel.)
I have a couple questions for the community:
- If you are familiar with the insurance industry, I'm curious what kind of tools you wish you had?
- For anyone building in public, what are some practices that you have implemented that have allowed you to find value for yourself while building in public, and what are the best ways you've found to provide value for others while you build in public?
I'm excited to see what has helped you along the way!
I've tried Twitter & LinkedIn. Twitter is overcrowded in terms of building in public which is both good and bad.
LinkedIn on the contrary is a nouvelle territory, based on your niche, I would think is more profitable for you to post in there.
For me, the aspect that is the most useful when building in public is to have a close circle of friends that you support each other!
Hey @SantiagoM, this is super helpful. You're the 2nd person to suggest LinkedIn, which I hadn't really considered. I will definitely give it a try.
Are there any practices that you typically share while building in public?
Specifically for LinkedIn. The header matters a lot!
Post around 3 times a week, consider that the algorithm favors local interactions.
Mix posting with engaging, and DMs, I like to ask for support to my posts. Low hit rate but enough yet!
Since I'm a Software Engineer I usually share the development of the product, UX seems to be working good these weeks. Starting next week I'll start sharing short videos from an interview.
So maybe, I would advise you to start contacting leaders in the insurance industry that would be a good way to drive up an audience.
Huge help! Thank you!
Where you thinking of focusing on @jesselnieman? LinkedIn seems like a slam dunk for this market
Hey @Guacaswole, that's a great question! I plan to share a lot on Twitter for sure. I am open to looking at LinkedIn as well. That's a great point.