Starter Story I Built 30 Projects. They All Failed Except One | Starter Story
Oct 8, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Thomas Ennis, founder of YouNeed and a seasoned entrepreneur, recounts his journey through 30 failed projects before striking gold with one that now generates $8k–$10k a month. He shares eye-opening insights on why most projects fail, emphasizing the importance of clear purpose, maintaining momentum, and effective marketing. Thomas also highlights how timing and competitor analysis can significantly influence success, delivering key lessons on resilience and entrepreneurship.
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Persist And Iterate
- Do not give up on a project after a week or two; iterate and test repeatedly.
- Ensure the market exists and learn from repeated failures before quitting.
Clarity In The Headline
- Make your product purpose crystal clear in the headline so visitors immediately understand it.
- Avoid fancy landing pages that fail to explain what you actually offer.
Sustain Public Momentum
- Keep momentum by consistently sharing progress and updates in public.
- Resume posting immediately if you stop, because momentum and recognition fade quickly.