Consumer Product Teams Launch Without Distribution Strategy and Face Zero Traction
Technical founders routinely complete product development without a go-to-market plan, then discover zero traction after launch with no clear path to initial users. The build-first mindset is nearly universal and the transition to distribution requires a completely different skill set. Structured GTM frameworks specifically designed for post-launch consumer products with no existing audience have strong demand.
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