Swedish job tool reaches 250 paying users with no ad spend

The writer says they run a website for job seekers in Sweden. Its main feature is a CV-optimizer. In four months, they reached 4,700 users and 250 paying users with no ad spend. They say the current conversion rate is about 11%, but churn is high because many users leave after finding a job.

Key points

  • The product is a website for job seekers in Sweden.
  • The main tool is a CV-optimizer.
  • The writer reports 4,700 users and 250 paying users after four months.
  • They spent no money on ads.
  • They say churn is high because many users leave after finding a job.

Quick term guide

CV-optimizer
A tool that helps improve a resume or CV.
ad spend
The total amount of money spent on paid advertisements to promote a product.
conversion rate
The percentage of page visitors who actually take the action you want, like signing up or buying.
conversion
The rate at which visitors or users take a desired action, like signing up or paying
business
An activity where you provide value to others in exchange for money.
signal
Signal means the phone or network connection your device uses to communicate.
founder
A person who starts a new company or project.
referrals
Recommendations from other people that may lead to new customers.
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