Growth loop describes a cyclical process in which the outputs of one stage directly feed into the inputs of another, creating a self-reinforcing system that accelerates results over time. A growth loop contrasts with linear funnels by enabling compounding effects through feedback and re-engagement, often leading to exponential rather than incremental gains. In business contexts, growth loops are used to design product experiences, marketing systems, or operational processes where user actions or outcomes generate resources, data, or momentum that feed back into the loop. Examples include referral programs where each new user invites additional users, content ecosystems where engagement drives visibility and further engagement, or product usage patterns where activity generates data that improves personalization, attracting more usage. The effectiveness of a growth loop depends on its design, alignment with user incentives, and the efficiency of its feedback mechanisms. This concept is widely applied in @Product-Led Growth (PLG), community building, and scalable system architecture.

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• #startup-lexicon (See: @Startup Glossary)