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Growth Hacking 101
LATAM Welcomes the Cross-Border Investments
Arturo Pardo
December 05, 2023
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The outlook for growth hacking appears bright and promising. The same goes for cross-border investments. Considering this, we are sure you'll find some solutions for expanding and improving your operation here. If you don't fill the whole formula today, do like Blondie and sing: "One way or another, I'm gonna find ya". 🔎
That time is gonna come, but in the meantime, enjoy every step in this intricate maze.
Unlocking the Growth Code: More Than Buzzwords!
Growth hacking isn't just fancy talk; it's a way for startups to navigate the maze of growth. Forget the damp squib of traditional marketing – growth hacking is the nitro-boost, blending creativity, analytics, and a dash of rebellion. 🏋️♀️
Meet the maestros: Growth hackers, the hybrid wizards of strategy, coding, and data science. Their mantra? Growth, and lots of it. They don't just market a product; they finesse it until it becomes a marketing legend.
A quick guide to growth hacking vibes:
Data-Driven Brilliance: No random shots; growth hackers dive deep into the data, tailoring strategies with user insights.
Product-Market Magic: Crafting a product that's a market magnet that practically markets itself.
Experimentation Ballet: Constant testing, tweaking, and scaling the wins; scrapping the rest.
Tech Ties: Best friends with automation, conquering realms of email, social media, and analytics.
Wild Creativity: Think beyond the norm – PR stunts and social media magic.
Growth hacking is a rocket, but balance is key. Blend these quick wins with a strategy that embraces lasting brand health and ethical vibes. It's not just about the speedy climb; it's about owning the summit.
⏳ In fewer words: Growth hacking is more than a marketing strategy. It's a mindset. You can set your startup up for rapid growth by leveraging data, technology, and creativity. Just remember to balance these tactics with long-term sustainability. Aim for just ~60% market domination. Alright, we’re kidding! Go get ‘em, tiger!
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Selling your business? Keep it on the down-low like a secret recipe. Leaks are business villains – they disrupt, create chaos, and might even harm your business value.
Share info like you're handing out VIP passes – only to those who really need to know. NDAs are your best friends; trust no one, and use them wisely. Let your trusty banker or broker guide you through the stealthy sale ocean!
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Follow the $$
These companies just raised money
Amini, the Kenyan climate-tech startup, just scored a cool $4M in seed funding to keep working on pulling data from satellites. 👏🏼
EMotorad, the Indian electric bike maestro, pedaled its way to a $20 million Series B jackpot to take China's e-bike empire and go global.👏🏼👏🏼
Kognitos cashes in $20M for a back-office automation initiative! With a total of $30M, CEO Binny Gill plans to splurge on product glam-ups.👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
ArmorCode pulls off a $40M heist in their Series B round, gathering app vulnerability data. HighlandX leaded the charge. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
AssemblyAI gets $50M. They have a total capital raised of $115M to rewrite the script for voice technology. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
LATAM Welcomes the Cross-Border Investments
As global funding takes a pause, the Latin American startup scene is having a fiesta with a 51% spike in foreign investment. Why? With the U.S. giving China the side-eye, VCs are checking out their Latin American neighbors. 🌶️
But hold your sombrero – it's not all salsa and sunshine. Founders are doing the cha-cha with terms that can be a bit too spicy, sacrificing 30-40% of their startup soul.
Navigating this cross-border adventure includes hurdles – higher risks, long-distance love, regulatory obstacles, and an inevitable valuation.
Yet, the flip side of the coin is the potential for higher returns, increased market growth, low operational costs, and the demand for new technologies. Stay savvy, founders. The world might be your oyster, but remember to shell out wisely.
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Six bullets of updates
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Fintechs Webull, Yieldstreet, and NomuPay make significant acquisitions, re-igniting M&A activity in the sector. 💸
Uncover the hilarious secrets behind how Bronco Pro Kleen turned their family business into a customer delight experience. 🍤
Meet Capsule, the Parisian startup on a mission to revolutionize your daily news consumption. 🗞️
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The recap - with a twist
So that you can pretend you were there all along
Why would we deny history? 🏺
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