growth-loops

Design self-reinforcing growth loops that compound user acquisition.

18|3|Updated Jan 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/wdavidturner/product-skills --skill growth-loops
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Skill: growth-loops
Source: https://github.com/wdavidturner/product-skills/tree/main/skills/growth-loops
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wdavidturner/product-skills --skill growth-loops

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Growth Loops helps design self-reinforcing growth systems where the output of a cycle becomes the input for the next, enabling compounding growth instead of linear funnels.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Identify loop types: viral loops, content loops, and sales/product-led loops.
  • Map the complete cycle: input → action → output → input, and align every step to compound growth.
  • Measure and optimize velocity: use signals like new users, usage velocity, and engagement to time interventions and prioritize efforts.
  • Use cases include SaaS, marketplaces, and consumer apps aiming to scale beyond paid channels and build durable pipelines.

Quick Start

Draft a 90-day plan to establish the primary growth loop for your product, including loop type identification, a basic loop map, and the initial experiments to validate it.

Frequently Asked Questions about growth-loops

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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What is a growth loop and how does it drive compounding user acquisition?

A growth loop is a self-reinforcing system where the output of a cycle becomes the input for the next, driving compounding user acquisition instead of linear funnel growth for SaaS and consumer apps.

How do I map a viral or content loop for my product?

You map a viral or content loop by identifying the loop type, mapping the complete input to output cycle, and aligning every step so the output directly compounds into new input for sustainable growth.

Can I use growth loops for my SaaS or marketplace instead of paid channels?

Yes, growth loops work for SaaS, marketplaces, and consumer apps seeking to scale beyond paid channels by building durable, earned-first growth pipelines through self-reinforcing product-led cycles.

How do I measure and optimize the velocity of my product's growth loop?

You measure growth loop velocity using signals like new users, usage velocity, and engagement to time interventions, prioritize efforts, and drive deterministic experiments for your primary loop.

What is the best way to start building a primary growth loop?

The best way to start building a primary growth loop is to draft a 90-day plan that includes loop type identification, a basic loop map, and initial experiments to validate the cycle.

When should I prioritize a product-led loop over viral or content loops?

You prioritize a product-led, viral, or content loop by applying structured decision criteria based on velocity metrics and mapping inputs to outputs to determine which loop best compounds growth for your specific context.