traction

Apply the Bullseye Framework to identify and test startup growth channels.

428|94|Updated Apr 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/getagentseal/founder-playbook --skill traction-getagentseal
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: traction
Source: https://github.com/getagentseal/founder-playbook/tree/main/traction
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/getagentseal/founder-playbook --skill traction-getagentseal

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Aligns product development with customer acquisition by systematically identifying the right growth channels using the Bullseye Framework, reducing wasteful marketing spend and accelerating time-to-first-customers.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Bullseye Framework: 5-step process to brainstorm, rank, test, and focus on a single channel.
  • 19 Traction Channels: comprehensive taxonomy to explore Phase I (discovery) through Phase III (scaling).
  • Testing Principles: cheap, parallel experiments (around $250 per channel) with 1-2 week lifecycles; measure CPA, volume, quality, and cycle time.
  • Alignment with Lean Startup and Four Steps: complements value and customer-creation workflows.
  • Use Case: a startup with PMF validates channels in Phase I, then scales the best channel across the business.

Quick Start

Brainstorm all 19 channels, select 3 inner-circle channels, run 1-2 week tests with about $250 each, and quickly double down on the winning channel.

Frequently Asked Questions about traction

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

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How do I find the best growth channels for my startup?

You can identify optimal growth channels by applying the Bullseye Framework, which systematically narrows 19 potential channels down to three inner-circle options for testing, ultimately focusing on one dominant channel.

What is the Bullseye Framework for startup traction?

The Bullseye Framework is a 5-step traction process to brainstorm, rank, test, and focus on a single optimal growth channel, covering discovery, validation, and scaling across Phase I-III.

How much does it cost to test startup growth channels?

Testing growth channels involves running cheap, parallel experiments costing around $250 per channel with 1-2 week lifecycles, measuring CPA, volume, quality, and cycle time to validate results.

Can I align growth channel testing with Lean Startup methodology?

Yes, growth channel testing aligns with Lean Startup and Four Steps methodologies by integrating a 50% rule with product development, directly complementing existing value and customer-creation workflows.

When should I scale a specific growth channel?

You scale a growth channel in Phase III after validating it through cheap parallel tests in Phase I, doubling down on the winning channel across the business once a dominant channel emerges.