Growth Hacking Blog
Articles, guides, and insights on growth hacking
I'm Ward van Gasteren, one of the first growth hackers in Europe. Here I write down the frameworks, tools and tactics I use with my clients, also as a reference for my workshops and consultancy sessions. New to growth hacking? Start with what is growth hacking and then read how growth hacking has changed in 2026.

How Growth Hacking in 2026 has changed: 5 Trends & How I approach growth now
September 24, 2026Read more →

What is Growth Hacking? What does a Growth Hacker do + Examples
January 22, 2025Read more →

Growth Hacking Skills 2026: All Essential Skills For Growth Hackers
January 22, 2025Read more →

The 30 Best Growth Hacking Tools for 2026
January 22, 2025Read more →

22 Best Growth Hacking Books recommended by Growth Hackers in 2019
November 28, 2024Read more →

What is the Pirate Funnel (AAARRR) + How to apply it in 5 quick steps
January 22, 2025Read more →

The G.R.O.W.S.-Process - The Growth Hacking Process by Growth Tribe
January 23, 2025Read more →

What is a Growth Hacking Mindset? (+ 5 tips how to develop it)
February 16, 2024Read more →

LinkedIn is blocking automation: What tools still work?
February 16, 2024Read more →

14 Best Online Growth Hacking Courses (2021)
February 16, 2024Read more →

Top Growth Hacking Agencies in the Netherlands and Belgium (2024)
March 5, 2024Read more →

What is your "North Star Metric"? + 8 steps to find your NSM immediately
December 20, 2024Read more →

What is the One Metric That Matters? (+4 steps to find your OMTM)
January 10, 2025Read more →

ICE Framework: How (NOT) to Score/Prioritize Growth Experiments
January 22, 2025Read more →
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Growth Loops: Right for you? + 5 Steps to Design Yours [Template]
January 22, 2025Read more →
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How To Plan & Keep Track Your Growth Experiments [Best Practices]
January 22, 2025Read more →
