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Terrific! Knowing that the actually number looks much better is mind-blowing growth.

Please tell us Joel, what do you think really mattered in order of preference or apprx credit (say)?

- a much cleaner, better product than anything that exists out there ?

- market need.

- Seed traffic (hence contributed content, satisfying experience and stronger word of mouth)

- High profile startup in relevant space.

- SEO

- word of mouth and viral effect because of satisfying experience



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