Growth idea action plan
Micro-creator RPM swarm for algorithmic distribution
Pay 30–50 micro-creators on a per-view (RPM) basis to post about your product simultaneously, leveraging the algorithm's indifference to follower count to generate massive reach at sub-$1 CPM.
Why this can grow a startup
Modern social algorithms surface content based on engagement signals, not follower count, so even creators with zero followers can go viral. Paying per view (RPM) instead of a flat fee aligns incentives — creators only earn when content performs. Launching 30–50 creators simultaneously creates a wave effect that the algorithm amplifies. You kill losers, scale winners, and turn top-performing organic posts into paid ads for a second wave.
Ian's take
From scaling consumer platforms across MENA and Southeast Asia, my default is to distrust growth work that only looks good in a slide. Founder-led distribution works when it is proof-led. I would not post theory for this. I would show what changed, what surprised me, what I would do again, and what an operator should try next. I would run it small enough to learn quickly, then only scale the parts that real users repeat, save, reply to, or buy from. For this tactic, I would watch one clear growth signal before putting more time or budget behind it.
Action plan
- Define one narrow startup segment where micro-creator rpm swarm for algorithmic distribution can create a measurable lift.
- Turn the tactic into one offer, page, campaign, or workflow for the TikTok and X/Twitter channel.
- Use the evidence from reddit.com to set the first version of the message, format, and audience.
- Launch a small test for 7 to 14 days with one success metric: one measurable growth signal.
- Review the result, keep the winning message, remove weak variants, and turn the learning into a repeatable growth playbook.
Source-backed example
Cluely achieved 1 billion views using 300+ creators at under $1 CPM; Gamma (a B2B presentation tool) reached 70 million users at $0 CAC by reframing the product for a consumer angle ('finish your homework in 30 seconds'); Tabs Chocolate scaled to exit with just 45 creators. Documented by a solo AI B2B founder on r/SaaS who hit $3,400 MRR in 8 months using the same playbook.
Source: reddit.com
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Last checked: March 24, 2026
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Ian Goh has helped grow consumer platforms across Southeast Asia, India, and MENA. His work includes scaling Tiki to 100M+ users, doubling BIGO's MENA revenue in 7 months, and increasing OYO's direct booking share across 6 Southeast Asian markets.
- Helped scale Tiki to 100M+ users.
- Doubled BIGO's MENA revenue in 7 months.
- Raised OYO's direct booking share by 50% across 6 Southeast Asian markets.
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