An app that helps you share book, film and place recommendations with friends
Good Stuff helps people discover the things their friends love.
During lockdown, the conversations I found myself having with friends and family were about our recommendations - for films, television, music, books and podcasts. Often we'd leave the call forgetting what was suggested to watch, read or listen, and go back to scrolling through endless pages of Netflix.
Users browse categories shaped by their friends’ recommendations
Good Stuff began as a way to bring order to the scattered recommendations people collect — from notes on their phones to messages buried in old WhatsApp conversations. It provides a simple space to discover, share, and return to the things friends genuinely recommend.
Users can add friends and see their recommendations in the app
To understand whether the idea held weight, I spoke to people about how they discover, keep track of, and share the things they enjoy. These conversations helped reveal the mental shortcuts people use when thinking about recommendations — and whether a dedicated space for them would feel valuable.
Third party sources made it quicker for people to add the content they love
I built and tested a coded prototype in private beta. Although the idea resonated initially, sustained engagement was lower than expected. Rather than continue iterating indefinitely, I chose to pause the project and focus on opportunities with stronger long-term potential.
Notifications helped users stay informed when things changed.
I built and tested a coded prototype in private beta. Although the idea resonated initially, sustained engagement was lower than expected. Rather than continue iterating, I chose to pause the project and focus on opportunities with stronger long-term potential.
