Hey there, I'm Nickey! 👋
I'm a product builder with 14+ years of experience crafting digital experiences that have touched hundreds of millions of lives. When I'm not chasing after my two little ones or working hard at Duolingo, I write about what I learned here in my newsletter, Builders.
What's Builders all about? 💡
Think of Builders as your backstage pass to the world of product development! After spending a decade+ at some of tech's most beloved startups (Etsy, Airbnb, start-ups, and now Duolingo), I've collected a treasure trove of stories, insights, and "I wish someone had told me that" moments.
Here's the thing, while I've been busy shipping products, I realized something: we builders often get so caught up in the doing that we forget about the sharing. So many golden lessons just waiting to be unpacked! That's exactly why I created Builders.
Why subscribe? 🎯
Every edition of Builders brings you:
Deep dives into consumer tech trends and my unfiltered takes on what's working (and what's definitely not)
Behind-the-scenes stories from my years building products at major tech companies
Practical frameworks and processes that you can actually use (no theoretical fluff!)
Fresh reviews and growth strategies for emerging apps and technologies - think of it as your personal product growth consultant
Who's this for? 🤔
Whether you're:
A product manager navigating the complexities of big tech
A startup founder searching for product-market fit
A tech enthusiast curious about how great products are really built
Or someone who loves seeing how things could be 10x better
You'll find actionable insights and stories that resonate with your builder's soul.
Let's Build together! ✨
I'm digging through my notes, firing up my product review engine, and ready to share the kind of insights that only come from being in the trenches. Expect honest takes, growth strategies that actually work, and maybe a few war stories that'll make you laugh (or cry!).
Ready to geek out about consumer tech and level up your product game?
XO,
Nickey
