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Today I launched Vue.js Agency as a productized service and wanted to share it with you.
I will divide this post in two parts. First part is the sales pitch I used on IndieHackers post today (to keep it short and sweet) and the second part is the backstory of it and how I got it all together.
PART 1
What problem does it solve:
There are plenty of companies that utilize Vue.js framework today. Most of them require just some work every month. A bit of work here and there to keep their website up to date, but nothing that would justify full-time hire. And also - those long recruitment processes that take up company resources...
Typical Vue.js/Javascript developer is between $60.000 and $120.000 (and more) in the US which is roughly around $5.000 and $10.000 per month.
It just doesn't make sense to hire someone.
Typical agency? Slow and as expensive. You'd probably have to remind them about your task weeks later just to wait another couple of weeks to get it done.
No bueno.
What if there is a better way? Let me show you the solution:
Vue.js/Javascript On-Demand Development for a Flat Fee
Devjoyment solves all of those problems and more:
You can check my website here:
PART 2
Now a little backstory:
It all started many months ago when I stumbled upon a post about building a productized service. It was when I was still working on a project so I saved it for later as a plan B in case project will end. Surprise, surprise: it did.
Not so long after project finished, I got back to his original post and was starting to read not only all I could get my hands on about his business but also about his original inspiration as well - Designjoy. Both heavily inspired my final result and I hope they won't mind it because I not only analyzed their current sites, but took the effort to take a look how they both started back in the day using web archives.
It became apparent to me that with so many websites that are using Vue.js framework most of them probably don't need a full-time developer nor might have budget to hire one just to make couple of minor updates a month.
Hiring, though, is just one of the problems - first you need to find one. Best, if he already proven himself and got some recommendations from solid sources.
All that combined with my ability to code fast made me think that it might be a good option - I never really felt good about working on hourly basis. People want results - the faster the better. That's why this model feels much better than the usual one and also works for the customer - it's in my best interest to finish it as fast as possible.
Creating the whole thing (from idea to finished product) took me around three weeks.
Some might ask: what took so long to make a simple website? Well, first of all: you don't start with one until you know what you are offering. For the last couple of months I was studying Alex Hormozi's materials, but it was Hormozi's book ("$100 million offers") about making Grand Slam Offer that made the most impact. Crafting the offer took me the most time. I first red the whole book from start to finish (to understand it) and then started reading it again but this time with notepad to write down how can I apply this to my business. Very important - offer is the king.
This is what I crafted that I based off later when creating copy for my site (excerpt from my notes - read the book to understand it better):
Next: developing a website (which all I knew I wanted was to have colors reminding of those use by Vue.js which is green - cobranding little trick), setting up the domain with inbox, integrating payments, Trello and Calendly took around week in total (mostly because I'm not a designer so sitting and starting at the screen was what I was doing for the most time - should've called a designer I guess). Integrations and devops stuff took me the least time. It's basically bread and butter for a dev like me.
I still look forward to improve my site, but now I just wanted to get it to the market to get some feedback and see what's what.
How the process of becoming a customer works:
It's easier than buying a t-shirt.
Now, after you're successfully subscribed - magic happens. A fresh new private Trello board is getting created including introductory card and you immediately get an invite so you can start adding tasks right away. No waiting time here. It's all blitz fast. Ready for service.
What's next?
Short-term:
Also have some other ideas that I think about:
Last, but not least: if you have any feedback please don't hesitate to share it. I know there is a lot of room for improvement and I'm looking forward to make it better!
Also big thanks to @fastlane_dad and @NeoDialectic for words of encouragement not so long ago!
I will divide this post in two parts. First part is the sales pitch I used on IndieHackers post today (to keep it short and sweet) and the second part is the backstory of it and how I got it all together.
PART 1
What problem does it solve:
There are plenty of companies that utilize Vue.js framework today. Most of them require just some work every month. A bit of work here and there to keep their website up to date, but nothing that would justify full-time hire. And also - those long recruitment processes that take up company resources...
Typical Vue.js/Javascript developer is between $60.000 and $120.000 (and more) in the US which is roughly around $5.000 and $10.000 per month.
It just doesn't make sense to hire someone.
Typical agency? Slow and as expensive. You'd probably have to remind them about your task weeks later just to wait another couple of weeks to get it done.
No bueno.
What if there is a better way? Let me show you the solution:
Vue.js/Javascript On-Demand Development for a Flat Fee
Devjoyment solves all of those problems and more:
- you get a proven top-level Vue.js developer for a fraction of the cost (and skip the long recruitment process)
- it takes 2 minutes to hire and get to work the same day
- as easy to pause or cancel
- no binding contracts
- fast turnaround
You can check my website here:
Devjoyment - Web development agency with a twist (Vue.js)
Enjoy instant access to top-notch web developers with fixed monthly rates and lightning-fast delivery. Get high responsiveness and peace of mind with Devjoyment. Launch your website today.
devjoyment.co
PART 2
Now a little backstory:
It all started many months ago when I stumbled upon a post about building a productized service. It was when I was still working on a project so I saved it for later as a plan B in case project will end. Surprise, surprise: it did.
Not so long after project finished, I got back to his original post and was starting to read not only all I could get my hands on about his business but also about his original inspiration as well - Designjoy. Both heavily inspired my final result and I hope they won't mind it because I not only analyzed their current sites, but took the effort to take a look how they both started back in the day using web archives.
It became apparent to me that with so many websites that are using Vue.js framework most of them probably don't need a full-time developer nor might have budget to hire one just to make couple of minor updates a month.
Hiring, though, is just one of the problems - first you need to find one. Best, if he already proven himself and got some recommendations from solid sources.
All that combined with my ability to code fast made me think that it might be a good option - I never really felt good about working on hourly basis. People want results - the faster the better. That's why this model feels much better than the usual one and also works for the customer - it's in my best interest to finish it as fast as possible.
Creating the whole thing (from idea to finished product) took me around three weeks.
Some might ask: what took so long to make a simple website? Well, first of all: you don't start with one until you know what you are offering. For the last couple of months I was studying Alex Hormozi's materials, but it was Hormozi's book ("$100 million offers") about making Grand Slam Offer that made the most impact. Crafting the offer took me the most time. I first red the whole book from start to finish (to understand it) and then started reading it again but this time with notepad to write down how can I apply this to my business. Very important - offer is the king.
This is what I crafted that I based off later when creating copy for my site (excerpt from my notes - read the book to understand it better):
In short:Problems:
- Recruitment takes time => How to reduce recruitment time to almost zero?
- I need a dev, but I don’t have enough work to hire him full-time => How to find a dev without hiring him full time?
- Dev costs a lot => How to find a dev that doesn’t cost a lot?
- I might lose money here => How not to lose money on a developer?
- Communication problems => How to find a dev that understands business and knows how to communicate?
- I don’t want to hire a dev full-time => How to find a dev without hiring him full time?
- What if task is beyond deadline? => How to make sure every task is done on time?
Dream Outcome (increase):
Getting work done fastPerceived Likelihood of Achievement (increase):
I’m Senior Developer and have proof of experienceTime Delay (decrease):
Start working with me in 2 min, get results within next 48h (fast win)Effort & Sacrifice (decrease):
Pay -> Send a request right away
- the Dream Outcome is to pay and get results in an instant. We strive to get as close to that point.
- PLoA: what makes you the best choice for me? We strive to be the closest to the top player in this field.
- Time Delay: how long it will take to see the first results? We strive to decrease the time-to-result as close to zero as possible.
- Effort & Sacrifice: how much it will cost me (money, effort)? The less the better. The less hassle the better.
Next: developing a website (which all I knew I wanted was to have colors reminding of those use by Vue.js which is green - cobranding little trick), setting up the domain with inbox, integrating payments, Trello and Calendly took around week in total (mostly because I'm not a designer so sitting and starting at the screen was what I was doing for the most time - should've called a designer I guess). Integrations and devops stuff took me the least time. It's basically bread and butter for a dev like me.
I still look forward to improve my site, but now I just wanted to get it to the market to get some feedback and see what's what.
How the process of becoming a customer works:
It's easier than buying a t-shirt.
- Book a call with me and we see if we are fit for each other. Non obligatory, but probably recommended.
- Click 'Get Started' on the site and provide email address and payment details.
- Click 'Pay' and we can start immediately.
Now, after you're successfully subscribed - magic happens. A fresh new private Trello board is getting created including introductory card and you immediately get an invite so you can start adding tasks right away. No waiting time here. It's all blitz fast. Ready for service.
What's next?
Short-term:
post on IndieHackers(more for promotion, less for feedback)post in here(more for feedback, less for promotion)- post on ProductHunt (promotion) - after I get some feedback from the market
- generate more traffic via Twitter (and possibly LinkedIn) via content creation
- ???
Also have some other ideas that I think about:
- Twitch live streaming while coding (audience generation)
- YouTube: productized service - how it looks like from the backend? (audience generation)
- Give a to-do list of things to start productized service (it actually takes a bit of preparation to release such)
- Create a self-serve website where you can start your own productized service with couple clicks (Shopify for productized services?)
- Add separate 30 min consultation for $250 to Calendly? (extra source of income)
Last, but not least: if you have any feedback please don't hesitate to share it. I know there is a lot of room for improvement and I'm looking forward to make it better!
Also big thanks to @fastlane_dad and @NeoDialectic for words of encouragement not so long ago!
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