The $100 MBA Show MBA2619 Top 5 Mistakes SaaS Startups Make & How to Avoid Them
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May 2, 2025 Thinking of launching a SaaS business? Discover the top five mistakes that can derail promising startups, including the importance of validating ideas and avoiding feature overload. Learn about the significance of a minimal viable product (MVP) in addressing core user needs. Gain insights into effective customer support strategies and smart cash flow management. With real experiences and actionable tips, equip yourself with the knowledge to navigate the challenging startup landscape successfully.
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Validate Before You Build
- Validate demand before building by using a landing page, presales, or waitlists to confirm interest.
- Pre-sell or collect emails so you invest in features customers already paid for or asked for.
Webinar Ninja Presale Success
- Omar validated Webinar Ninja by creating a course first and then a landing page to presell the product.
- He pre-sold 250 beta users which funded development and proved demand.
Ship A Focused MVP
- Start with an MVP that solves one real problem and avoid packing too many features early.
- Iterate on features based on real user demand to keep the product simple and usable.