Project Report: Launching MVP Wizards Directory

What I Did

1. Domain Purchase: Acquired the domain mvpwizards.com for $11.
2. Idea Validation: Garnered 100 likes and 50 comments in 2 hours, validating the interest in the project.
3. Website Setup: Used @unicornplatform to clone a directory template. Unicorn AI generated 80% of the site's text.
4. SEO Research: Conducted keyword research using Google Keyword Planner to optimize the homepage.
5. Logo Creation: Designed the logo using ChatGPT.
6. Content Management: Utilized Google Sheets (as CMS on Unicorn) to organize offers collected from comments.
7. Offer Submission: Implemented a form for MVP builders to submit their offers.
8. Newsletter Signup: Added a form for visitors to sign up for updates.
9. Progress Report: Compiled and shared the steps taken so far.

Next Steps

1. Offer Updates: Add new offers received throughout the week.
2. Directory Listings: Use ListingBott to list the directory on other relevant platforms.
3. Content Marketing: Deploy SEObot for blogs related to productized agencies and MVPs.
4. Search Engine Indexing: Accelerate indexing on Google with IndexRusher.
5. Cross-Linking: Link the directory from all other projects I manage.
6. Social Media Strategy: Draft engaging posts for platforms like Hacker News, Reddit, DevTo, Hackernoun, X, and LinkedIn.
7. Community Engagement: Monitor internet discussions related to MVPs and promote MVP Wizards.
8. SEO Optimization: Refine SEO strategy based on keyword performance.
9. Networking: Reach out to incubators and accelerators to highlight the directory's value.
10. Market Outreach: Monitor Upwork for potential clients seeking fixed-price MVP services.

Reflection

This project was spontaneously conceived and launched within hours, inspired by the demand for fixed-price MVP services observed on social media and personal inquiries. The quick action plan and execution demonstrate the project's potential impact and value proposition.

I'll provide an update on the project's progress and its impact in the coming weeks.

How it started