Feb 1, 2025

The Positioning Dilemma

The Positioning Dilemma

The Positioning Dilemma

When launching a tech product, you face a fundamental question: do you describe what your product does, or what it helps users become?

The descriptive approach ("AI voice recorder") has clear advantages:

  • Immediately communicates what the app does

  • Appeals to a broader audience who might find "second brain" confusing

  • Helps with app store optimization and search discoverability

  • Feels accessible to the "common person" rather than just tech enthusiasts

The aspirational approach ("Your second brain") works differently:

  • Creates curiosity and emotional connection

  • Communicates the ultimate benefit, not just the feature

  • Positions the product in a premium category

  • Appeals to users who want to see themselves as forward-thinking