Contact

I’m glad you want to reach out and say hello! I love connecting with founders, investors, and builders.

If you’re here about Product Hunt — good news! You can learn about my process here!

Here’s how to reach me effectively

This is based on an analysis of my actual emailing behavior.

Same-Day Response (< 24 hours):

  • Product Hunt launch coordination & existing coaching clients

  • Meeting scheduling and calendar requests

  • Investment opportunities and portfolio company intros

  • Active project collaboration

Thoughtful Response (2-5 days):

  • Strategic advice and positioning feedback

  • Product reviews and early-stage demos

  • Speaking and podcast requests

  • Partnership and collaboration proposals

Longer Response (1-2 weeks):

  • Complex business strategy questions

  • Detailed technical consultations

  • Research and analysis requests

  • Open-ended pick your brain inquiries (best to book a call)

How to Get a Faster Response

✅ Include in your message:

  • Clear, specific ask in the subject line

  • Context about your company/project

  • Proposed timeline or deadline

  • What you're hoping to achieve

✅ Examples of effective subject lines:

  • “Product Hunt launch coaching - available Aug 15?”

  • 30min call re: AI startup positioning strategy”

  • “Quick intro”

  • “Speaking request: AI tools panel at [Event] - Sept 15”

❌ Weak Subject Lines:

  • “Quick intro request”

  • “Quick chat?”

  • “Can I pick your brain?”

  • “Following up”

The key is specificity — my brain can immediately categorize and prioritize when the subject line contains the actual companies, dates, or specific deliverables involved!

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