Hi everyone! I'm not new on Product Hunt and Indie Hackers, but I never introduced myself. My name is Germán Merlo, from Argentina and I'm here to learn and to help.
A few years back, we achieve what we expected from the beginning. Our startup was acquired by a US Company and, after a well deserved rest, I embarked on a journey of self-discovery.
It was during this period that I realized how fortunate I was to have a business partner and friend like Lucas https://twitter.com/lucasemma. He not only knew the ins and outs of reaching our goals but also took the time to walk me through every single detail.
From building products to raising VC money. From hiring the most talented guys to try/fail/succeed many acquisition strategies.
Interestingly, I hadn't explicitly asked for his guidance, and it wasn't until last year that I fully grasped the extent of his support. It took me a while, but I'm grateful for realizing it.
During this reflective time, I decided to pay it forward and create a positive cycle. I began by making some investments and offering advice to various projects. However, it wasn't enough, and by the middle of 2023, it became clear that what these projects needed wasn't just advice but a clear path to launch and validate their ideas.
Once again, it wasn't a conscious decision on my part, but it made me think about something more impactful and to enhance my own skills.
I delved into studying the most successful launch strategies worldwide, dedicating over six months to analysis, research, and gaining a comprehensive understanding of this stage.
Now, as we step into the new year, I've set a personal goal: to launch (or assist in launching) 12 projects in 12 months, at the very least. This is just the beginning, and I'm excited to announce that next week, we're gearing up for the launch of the first one. Stay tuned!
Pd: Just let me know if I can help you on the launch!
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Hi Germán! Remembered you because you was all over the place (in a good sense) in my info field: you supported us on PH, replied to one my post here and followed on X/Twitter. Also see you participate in a lot of discussions here at IH.
Don't know how you manage to be that social but that's great. Good luck!
Thanks Semyon! It was/is part of it. Supporting, learning, understanding... it's time to apply it.
Hello German, Impressive journey and mission you've set for yourself. Your dedication to paying it forward is inspiring.
Thanks Prem! Let's make it real =)
Hey Germán!
Looking forward to your 12 project in 12 months challenge. I am doing one as well so hopefully we can keep each other accountable :)
Absolutely Bren! Sharing the process is also part of this plan. Happy to see someone else in the same journey. Let's do it
That is such a phenomenol thing to do. honor your philosophy and and approach. wish you the best of endeavours for this year. Thank you Germán for paying it forward and contribute to other startups successes.
Thanks Nadir! Really appreciate it.