GUIDE
How to Start Building in Public
Why transparency beats perfection. My framework for sharing projects openly.
What is Building in Public?
Building in Public means sharing your work, progress, failures, and learnings openly as you create something. Instead of hiding behind closed doors until launch day, you document the journey in real-time.
Why I Do It
- Accountability: When you share publicly, you're more likely to follow through.
- Feedback Loop: Get input from your audience before you've invested too much time.
- Trust Building: People connect more with authentic journeys than polished launches.
- Content Engine: Every step becomes content - no need to "create" separately.
My Framework
- Weekly Updates: Share what you shipped, what failed, what's next.
- Show the Numbers: Revenue, users, costs - transparent metrics build credibility.
- Document Mistakes: Your failures teach more than your wins.
- Ask for Input: Involve your audience in decisions.
Getting Started
Pick one platform (Twitter/X, YouTube, or a newsletter) and commit to posting one update per week. That's it. Consistency beats volume. Start small, stay honest, and let the journey unfold.