Whispers & Waitlists: The Art of Marketing Nothing

24/04/2025 25 min Temporada 3 Episodio 10

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Episode Synopsis

Why do some Web3 projects launch with thousands of eager fans while others struggle for attention? The secret might be saying less, not more.In this episode, join host Olabisi, as she dives into the fascinating world of stealth marketing – where the most successful projects build massive communities before revealing what they're actually creating. You'll discover the psychological triggers that make curiosity more powerful than information, and how strategic silence can be your most effective marketing tool.Through real-world examples like Yuga Labs' Otherside and Azuki, we break down the exact strategies that turned whispers into waitlists:How to create breadcrumb trails that reward your most attentive followersThe psychology behind "earned exclusivity" and why it works better than open accessDesigning curiosity loops that keep people engaged for weeks without full revealsBuilding whisper networks that make information feel more valuable than any official announcementWhether you're planning a Web3 launch or just fascinated by unconventional marketing tactics, this episode provides a practical framework for building anticipation around products that don't yet exist.Learn how saying nothing – in just the right way – might be the most powerful thing you can say.