Barak Glanz (Coddy): Making code learning a daily hobby
A conversation with Barak Glanz, CMO at Coddy, about his journey growing Coddy from zero to 1M ARR and beyond.
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In this episode of The Levels Podcast, Jason and CHarlie chat with Barak Glanz, Co-Founder and CMO of Coddy. Barak shares insights into the rapid growth of his coding education platform, which achieved one million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) within a year. He discusses the importance of influencer marketing, the challenges of user retention versus monetization, and the challenges in developing a new mobile app. Barak also emphasizes the significance of hiring the right team and the complexities of managing a B2C product that impacts users' daily lives.
Chapters:
[0:00]The Journey To $1M ARR
[9:15]Influencer Marketing Strategies
[18:07]The Energy System: Balancing Monetization and Retention
[26:40]Development Of The New Mobile App
[38:28]Hiring and Team Dynamics
[46:07]The Responsibilities and Opportunities Of B2C Founders
Takeaways:
Coddy achieved one million ARR through a combination of hard work and luck.
Influencer marketing was the initial successful channel for user acquisition.
Attribution tracking is challenging, especially for web apps.
Coddy operates on a freemium model with an energy system for usage limits.
The mobile app is in pre-registration and aims to enhance user experience.
Hiring the right people is crucial for startup success.
Balancing monetization and user retention is a complex challenge.
B2C products must consider the psychological impact on users.
Building a strong team is essential for navigating startup challenges.
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