In the Pit with Cody Schneider | Marketing | Growth | Startups

from zero to $20k mrr in 4 months: how 3 organic social posts built a viral app


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In this episode, we chat with Desmond, co-founder of Rise App, who scaled his app to $20,000 in monthly recurring revenue in just four months through organic social media marketing. He shares insights on using short-form video content to drive user engagement, emphasizing the importance of relatable narratives that position the app as a solution to users' problems. Desmond explains how a single viral post can significantly enhance an account's visibility and distribution potential on platforms like Instagram and TikTok.

We also discuss the resurgence of consumer applications, particularly in the self-improvement niche, and the role of AI in enhancing user experience. Desmond highlights the need to adapt content formats to keep pace with changing audience preferences, noting that while short-form videos are here to stay, the specific frameworks will continue to evolve. This conversation is filled with actionable strategies for leveraging social media to grow your app or brand.


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Timestamps:

(00:06:07) Rise App's Success and Download Metrics

(00:06:37) Using Organic Social Media for User Acquisition


(00:13:34) Algorithm Behavior and Account Growth

(00:16:08) Multi-Account Strategy

(00:25:21) Using AI Avatars in Content

(00:28:40) Storytelling in Content

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