Hallway Chat Questions we’re asking of AI startups in 2025.
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Mar 12, 2025 The discussion dives into the crucial question of whether a 10% improvement is enough to disrupt established products. The hosts also analyze the advantages second movers have in the market. They spotlight the rapid advancements in AI reasoning models and how they’re shaping various sectors. The conversation shifts to the impact of AI on white-collar work, emphasizing the need for effective questioning to spark creativity. Finally, the potential for AI to reinvent legacy markets is explored, revealing exciting opportunities for disruption.
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10% Better Can Win
- 10% better products can win in new markets where consumers comparison-shop.
- Incumbents are harder to disrupt once users develop habits and switching costs rise.
Second-Mover Advantage
- Consider second-mover advantages when entering crowded markets.
- First movers often illuminate markets, but later entrants can perfect the product.
Reasoning Models
- Reasoning models unlock new product opportunities beyond deep search.
- Consider how reasoning changes product differentiation in specific verticals.