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The Cold Start Problem - Using Network Effects to Scale Your Product

Andrew Chen

Summary

In the digital age, the success of many products hinges on the ability to harness network effects, where the value of a product or service increases as more people use it. This dynamic, while powerful, presents a significant challenge known as the cold start problem — the difficulty of getting a new network-based product off the ground when there are few or no users. Andrew Chen's exploration of this phenomenon provides a detailed roadmap for founders, marketers, and product managers aiming to scale their products by leveraging network effects effectively.