Creating Conversation Through Organic Growth

Creating Conversation Through Organic Growth

Arjan Singh, Co-Founder of Jolie, dives into growing Jolie into an eight-figure business by creating conversation. He spoke on leveraging density, the power of user-generated content, and out-of-home advertising to drive word-of-mouth growth.

June 30th, 2023

Arjan Singh, Co-Founder of Jolie

Key takeaways

Key takeaways

Jovi’s Growth Is Fueled by Conversation, Not Conventional Ads

Jovi rejects traditional digital ad dependency in favor of conversation-driven marketing. Their philosophy is simple yet powerful: people influence people. By seeding over 300 products per month, they’ve generated more than 10,000 pieces of user-generated content (UGC)—all at a minimal cost beyond product and shipping. This UGC then powers their paid advertising, making it authentic, scalable, and cost-effective.

Community-Centric Seeding Builds Loyalty and Recurring Revenue

Their product—a filtered shower head targeting chlorine and heavy metal removal—has quickly built traction. In just 19 months, Jovi reached a $27M run rate, with 80% of customers on subscription plans for filter replacements every 90 days. This high retention strategy has led to nearly $8M in annual recurring revenue (ARR)—demonstrating the strength of a seeding-first, product-led approach.

Localized, Cultural, and Visual Tactics Spark Organic Buzz

Jovi’s marketing thrives on hyper-local density and cultural relevance. Rather than scattershot awareness, they build momentum in targeted regions like New York City, using creative guerrilla tactics:

  • Truck wraps with provocative questions

  • Sidewalk stickers and wheat pasting campaigns

  • Pop culture tie-ins like the Succession premiere

  • “Shower thoughts” interviews to engage audiences in relatable moments
    This creates visual and emotional resonance that naturally invites word-of-mouth and social sharing.

Jovi Extends Its Brand Through Immersive, Water-Themed Collaborations

The brand cleverly aligns itself with water's broader significance in beauty, food, culture, and art. Strategic collaborations—like shower-themed apparel with Lusso, a shower installation at Erewhon, and water-inspired events (e.g., sake tastings on a sailboat)—reinforce Jovi's message while expanding its cultural footprint. Every touchpoint is designed to spark meaningful conversation, from retail to social dinner tables.


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