Don’t build in public. Build with the public (I will not promote)

I keep seeing people talk about “building in public.” But I think the more interesting idea is: Don’t build in public. Build with the public. “In public” often means broadcasting. You post updates. You share numbers. You announce launches. You tell people what you’re doing. That can be useful, but it is still mostly one-way. “With the public” means something different. It means your users, followers, waitlist, and early supporters are not just watching you build. They become the first people who tell you wh