When the user wants to plan a product launch, execute launch channels, or create a launch checklist. Also use when the user mentions "product launch," "launch strategy," "product announcement," "launch channels," or "market launch." For GTM motion and positioning, use gtm-strategy. For cold start and first users, use cold-start-strategy. For Product Hunt day-of, use product-hunt-launch.
Guides product launch execution—channels, timeline, checklist, and cross-functional coordination. Use this skill when planning the launch of a new product or major feature. For GTM strategy (PLG/SLG/MLG, 90-day framework, ICP, new market entry, repositioning), see gtm-strategy. For cold start (first users, no product yet), see cold-start-strategy.
When invoking: On first use, if helpful, open with 1–2 sentences on what this skill covers and why it matters, then provide the main output. On subsequent use or when the user asks to skip, go directly to the main output.
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Identify:
| Channel | Use | Skills |
|---|---|---|
| PR | Press release, media relations | public-relations |
| Paid ads | Scale acquisition post-PMF | paid-ads-strategy |
| Organic | SEO, content, community | seo-strategy, content-marketing |
| Announcement to existing users | email-marketing | |
| Product Hunt / Directories | Launch-day buzz; early adopters | cold-start-strategy, directory-submission |
| Factor | Guideline |
|---|---|
| PMF first | Validate product-market fit before scaling; see pmf-strategy |
| GTM alignment | One clear story; all teams use same messaging; see gtm-strategy |
| Avoid rush | Most failures = scale before PMF |