×71“POV: the average startup”
@chrismansour__ · 40K followers
This creator normally gets 17K views. This one got 1.2M. That gap — not the raw number — is what makes the format worth copying.
The video humorously depicts various stereotypical roles within an 'average startup' by showing different individuals in a modern apartment setting, each with a descriptive on-screen text overlay. It highlights the quirks and common archetypes found in startup culture.
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Why it worked
The video works because it taps into relatable stereotypes within startup culture, creating humor through exaggeration and recognition. The 'POV' format makes it engaging and the quick cuts keep viewers entertained, encouraging shares among those who identify with the roles or know people who fit them.
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