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How I Used Twitter to Hit $10K/Month
Topic
Building in Public
Key insights
- Rob Hallum built Super X, a platform that helps users grow on X
- He launched Super X publicly four months ago and grew from $1,000 to over $13,000 in monthly recurring revenue
- Rob gained over 34,000 followers in just over a year by sharing his journey on X
- Super X is the only tool that shows which posts go viral and helps create versions to go viral
- Robs business model is based on $29 a month subscriptions with about 450 active subscribers
- He achieved around 100,000 impressions a day since using Super X properly
Perspectives
Focuses on the journey of building in public and the strategies for audience growth.
Rob Hallum
- Shares personal journey of building a successful SaaS business through X
- Emphasizes the importance of vulnerability in connecting with the audience
- Highlights the role of data and analytics in creating viral content
- Advocates for systematic content creation to drive engagement
- Encourages building real connections with the audience for community growth
- Stresses the need for consistency and authenticity in storytelling
Neutral / Shared
- Mentions the challenges faced during the journey, including failures and health issues
- Discusses the evolution of content strategy over time
Metrics
monthly_recurring_revenue
$13,000 USD
current monthly recurring revenue of Super X
Indicates strong financial performance and growth potential for the SaaS business.
$13,000 in monthly recurring revenue now growing at 25% month over month.
active_subscribers
450
number of active subscribers for Super X
A solid subscriber base is crucial for sustaining monthly recurring revenue.
we have about 450 active subscribers right now.
client_revenue
$3,000 USD
first client revenue from the development agency
This initial revenue demonstrates the potential for monetization through viral content.
I got my very very first $3,000 client from that initial viral post.
views_vlog_post
over a million views
views on the vlogging post
this post had over a million views
reach
10 times the reach of text posts times
comparison of reach between video and text posts
Higher reach can lead to increased visibility and potential user growth.
when I switch from text to video format I got 10 times the reach of text posts
cost
about two to three thousand dollars a month USD
cost of using the x API
Understanding operational costs is crucial for budgeting and financial planning.
we use the x API of course which costs about two to three thousand dollars a month
cost
about a thousand dollars a month USD
cost of using OpenAI and Tropics API
Operational costs impact profitability and investment decisions.
we use open a i and and tropics clause on a api which costs about a thousand dollars a month
cost
about two hundred dollars a month USD
cost of using AWS for servers
Server costs are a key part of maintaining a tech infrastructure.
we use AWS for our servers which is about two hundred dollars a month
Key entities
Timeline highlights
00:00–05:00
Rob Hallum's strategic use of X for sharing his journey led to significant growth in followers and revenue, transforming his failed attempts into a successful SaaS business.
- Rob Hallum built Super X, a platform that helps users grow on X
- He launched Super X publicly four months ago and grew from $1,000 to over $13,000 in monthly recurring revenue
- Rob gained over 34,000 followers in just over a year by sharing his journey on X
- Super X is the only tool that shows which posts go viral and helps create versions to go viral
- Robs business model is based on $29 a month subscriptions with about 450 active subscribers
- He achieved around 100,000 impressions a day since using Super X properly
05:00–10:00
The development agency leveraged viral content to attract clients, leading to significant revenue growth and the eventual launch of Super X.
- Started a development agency after a viral post on X
- Acquired a $3,000 client from the initial viral post
- Used AI data and analytics to create viral content systematically
- Partnered with Tibo to build Super X
- Closed down the agency to focus on vlogging
- Launched Super X with a post that gained 32,000 views and 26 signups
10:00–15:00
Establishing a strong online presence through intentional content and community engagement leads to audience growth and trust-building.
- Set your foundation before posting: profile photo, clear bio, and pinned post
- Pick a specific goal and document the process daily for consistency
- Use the content loop: entertaining, educational, inspirational, and convincing posts
- Analyze successful profiles in your niche to identify effective concepts
- Track post performance to find patterns and double down on what works
- Build real connections and a community through intentional engagement
15:00–20:00
Switching from text to video format significantly increases post visibility, leading to greater engagement and community connection.
- Connect with your community and build friendships by sharing real value and experiences
- Video content is currently favored by the platform, leading to increased reach
- Switching from text to video can significantly enhance post visibility
- Building trust through consistent storytelling is essential for success
- SuperX app provides daily inspiration and helps create viral posts
- The app includes features for tracking replies and engaging with community posts