E7Advanced
Competitive Moat Analysis
45 minWhen assessing the competitive landscape
Format: Use Warren Buffett's "moat" framework to analyze a product's competitive advantage.
Five types of moats:
| Type | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Network effects | More users = more value | WeChat, Facebook |
| Brand | Users willing to pay a premium | Apple, Notion |
| Switching costs | High cost to leave | Slack (team data), Figma |
| Cost advantage | Cheaper than competitors | Economies of scale |
| Scale effects | Limited market capacity, first-mover wins | Local services |
Exercise: Analyze your 3 favorite products -- what type of moat do they have? How deep is it? Can it be replicated?