That Will Never Work #37: Repeat After Me: Ideas, Not Apps
Feb 22, 2022
Explore the crucial 'idea stage' before diving into app development. Marc challenges Kristen's quick-hire platform by questioning its unique value and market demand. He emphasizes the importance of validating ideas through manual processes rather than jumping straight to technology. Insights on investor anxieties about traction paint a clearer picture of what investors look for. Also, discover the benefits of starting small and validating your market before seeking co-founders or funding. A must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs!
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Test Ideas Immediately With Cheap Experiments
- When you have a new idea, test it today with the cheapest experiment possible.
- Use quick, dirty tests to gain confidence before building expensive solutions.
App Is Execution, Not The Idea
- An app is an execution choice, not the idea itself.
- Innovation begins with validating the idea before developing shiny tech.
Personal Experience Sparked The Idea
- Kristen used her 17 years serving and bartending to design the quick-hire idea.
- COVID removed her hospitality work and motivated her to build a flexible side-hustle platform.