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250. Less Tech, More Value: Why Simpler Digital Products Win
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The more technology you put into your product, the worse it can get.
In this episode, Sophia Matveeva talks with Zahra Almahoozi, founder of DARB and recent graduate of the Tech for Non-Technical Founders program in Bahrain.
Discover how Zahra's "less is more" approach helped her build a startup that addresses real user needs without overwhelming them with features.
This episode is for you if you:
- Are building a digital product and wondering what to include
- Want to create something users will actually adopt (instead of ignore)
- Are looking to validate your concept with minimal investment
- Why starting with WhatsApp groups or Google Forms can be more effective than complex technology
- The three things every non-technical innovator must know to communicate effectively with developers
- How documenting requirements can save you thousands in development costs
You can connect with Zahra Almahoozi on LinkedIn or follow Darb on Instagram
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
03:10 The Journey of a Non-Technical Founder
06:01 Lessons from the Tech for Non-Technical Founders Program
08:54 Understanding User Behavior
11:48 The Value of Networking in Tech
15:09 Advice for Aspiring Tech Entrepreneurs
17:04 Future Plans
For the transcript, go to: https://www.techfornontechies.co/blog/250-less-tech-more-value-why-simpler-digital-products-win
For more career & tech lessons, subscribe to Tech for Non-Techies on:
FREE COURSE:
5 Tech Concepts Every Business Leader Needs To Know
Growth Through InnovationIf your organisation wants to drive revenue through innovation, book a call with us here.
Our workshops and innovation strategies have helped Constellation Brands, the Royal Bank of Canada and Oxford University.
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Manage episode 477301287 series 2974873
The more technology you put into your product, the worse it can get.
In this episode, Sophia Matveeva talks with Zahra Almahoozi, founder of DARB and recent graduate of the Tech for Non-Technical Founders program in Bahrain.
Discover how Zahra's "less is more" approach helped her build a startup that addresses real user needs without overwhelming them with features.
This episode is for you if you:
- Are building a digital product and wondering what to include
- Want to create something users will actually adopt (instead of ignore)
- Are looking to validate your concept with minimal investment
- Why starting with WhatsApp groups or Google Forms can be more effective than complex technology
- The three things every non-technical innovator must know to communicate effectively with developers
- How documenting requirements can save you thousands in development costs
You can connect with Zahra Almahoozi on LinkedIn or follow Darb on Instagram
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
03:10 The Journey of a Non-Technical Founder
06:01 Lessons from the Tech for Non-Technical Founders Program
08:54 Understanding User Behavior
11:48 The Value of Networking in Tech
15:09 Advice for Aspiring Tech Entrepreneurs
17:04 Future Plans
For the transcript, go to: https://www.techfornontechies.co/blog/250-less-tech-more-value-why-simpler-digital-products-win
For more career & tech lessons, subscribe to Tech for Non-Techies on:
FREE COURSE:
5 Tech Concepts Every Business Leader Needs To Know
Growth Through InnovationIf your organisation wants to drive revenue through innovation, book a call with us here.
Our workshops and innovation strategies have helped Constellation Brands, the Royal Bank of Canada and Oxford University.
265 פרקים
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