Community Q&A Platform

A community-driven Q&A platform that's "Better than Google" by focusing on trusted, human answers from specific demographic groups. The concept leverages the growing desire for human connection and trusted advice in an increasingly AI-dominated world.

Key Points:

  • Core Concept:

    • Platform where users get answers from real people instead of AI or generic search results
    • Focus on high-trust communities with shared interests/lifestyles
    • Allow anonymous posting for sensitive topics
    • Emphasis on personal experiences over generic answers
  • Target Market:

    • Primary focus on millennial moms
    • People who control household budgets
    • Users seeking lifestyle, health, and family advice
    • Communities wanting personalized, trusted recommendations
  • Value Proposition:

    • More trusted than generic search results
    • Real experiences from like-minded people
    • Better answers for lifestyle/personal questions
    • High-trust environment without trolls or spam
  • Business Potential:

    • High value per user (targeting household decision makers)
    • Natural community growth through shared interests
    • Potential for targeted advertising and recommendations
    • Counter-trend to AI-generated content
  • Example Use Cases:

    • Personal health questions (e.g., cellulite treatments)
    • Marriage/relationship advice
    • Product recommendations
    • Tech support from real users
    • Amazon product recommendations with specific sizing/fit details
  • Key Success Factors:

    • Seed the community with followers from specific influencers
    • Create safe space free from trolls
    • Enable anonymous posting for sensitive topics
    • Focus on quality of answers over quantity
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Shaan Puri

Host of MFM

Shaan Puri is the Chairman and Co-Founder of The Milk Road. He previously worked at Twitch as a Senior Director of Product, Mobile Gaming, and Emerging Markets. He also attended Duke University.

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