General
hypergrowth
What does hypergrowth mean?
A phase of extremely fast growth in users, revenue, or headcount.
"During hypergrowth we doubled the team every six months."
Origin
Startup/VC term.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'hypergrowth' mean?
It's a stage where a company grows extremely fast, often doubling users, revenue, or headcount in short periods.
Where is 'hypergrowth' used?
Mainly in startup and venture capital circles to describe a company scaling at an unusually rapid pace.
Is 'hypergrowth' always a good thing?
It signals strong demand, but it's also known for straining teams, culture, and operations, so it's a double-edged phase.
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