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“First of all we had very few users. We might have had a hundred accesses a day. So there was really no demand from the users to add their own links. Things changed over time though as our access rates doubled every month. Through word of mouth on the Net more and more people began using it.” quote by David Filo
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“First of all we had very few users. We might have had a hundred accesses a day. So there was really no demand from the users to add their own links. Things changed over time though as our access rates doubled every month. Through word of mouth on the Net more and more people began using it.”

David Filo

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Early low usage grew as word‑of‑mouth spread, showing demand can surge unexpectedly.

In simple terms: Demand can rise quickly from small beginnings.

Key Takeaway

Watch for organic growth signals.

Themes

growth viral spread user adoption

Mood

optimistic strategic

Type

business motivational

When to use this quote

  • product launch
  • marketing strategy
  • user engagement
  • scaling plans

Key Concepts

network effects market dynamics startup

Questions to Reflect On

  • How will you scale when demand spikes?
  • What early indicators suggest viral potential?
A Different Perspective

Rapid growth can outpace infrastructure if unprepared.

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