Getting hunted: A boon or a bane
Puneet Kohli
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So we all know that PH has changed their algorithm and functioning around being hunted. It’s not as useful or prestigious as it was once upon a time, and definitely levels the playing field for new launchers.
The question now is, would you consider being hunted a boon or a bane?
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Puneet Kohli@puneet_kohli
In my opinion it’s more of a bane, from the perspective that people generally appreciate makers launching their own product and are more willing to support them as opposed to seeing a top hunter.
It’s a boon, because, you can get eyeballs through that hunter’s audience and get a social stamp of validation.
I’m conflicted myself on whether it’s more good or bad, especially if you know how the platform works
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Hunters are less relevant than before, but it still gives you a small boost of exposure. However, most of the exposure is from outside of product hunt: makers will usually share your launch on Linkedin and Twitter. So it is useful to have a hunter with a follower base in your niche.
I would always recommend trying looking for a hunter at least for 1 or 2 weeks. Even if no hunter agrees to support your launch, it will give you some connections, with quite influential people.
@fabian_maume That's definitely true. If the hunter does not share on their social media would you still say it's worth it?
I agree with you both @puneet_kohli @fabian_maume
Boon if the hunter is more popular in your domain and is willing to promote your launch with his/her email list & social media followers.
@karthik_tatikonda What about say the top 5 hunters on PH? They may not have a niche