Entrepreneurs and makers, what’s been your biggest hurdle in taking a product from idea to launch?
Aman Wen
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What's the biggest roadblock you've hit on, and how did you get past it? Your stories and tips could be a huge help to others in the same boat 😊
P.S. If your launch day is on the horizon, reach out – community support can make all the difference! We're about to launch our own product as well and are all about mutual support. Shout out your launch, and we'll be there with upvotes and comments. Let's lift each other up and make each launch a success! 🚀
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Yasec Kowalski@yasec_kowalski
Hi Aman,
Navigating the journey from idea to launch can certainly be filled with roadblocks. For me, the most significant hurdle was finding the right balance between perfection and progress. Early on, I found myself getting stuck in a cycle of constant revisions, trying to make the product 'perfect' before launch.
The breakthrough came when I adopted the 'minimum viable product' (MVP) approach, focusing on creating a product with just enough features to satisfy early customers and provide feedback for future product development. This mindset shift allowed me to gather valuable user insights early on and make improvements in iterations.
Embracing the fact that no product is perfect at the outset and that feedback is a golden pathway to refinement was pivotal. I'd advise any entrepreneur to define the core value proposition of their product, launch it, and then iterate based on real-world usage. This approach not only accelerates time-to-market but also builds a community of users who feel invested in the product's evolution."
Remember, every launch is a learning experience and brings you closer to where you want to be. Good luck on your journey! 😊
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@yasec_kowalski Your realization is invaluable—perfect can indeed be the enemy of progress. The MVP strategy is a powerful way to refine through real feedback, allowing for both evolution and customer investment. Wishing you continued growth and innovation with each iteration. Here's to learning and succeeding on this entrepreneurial path!
As a woman in the startup world, my main hurdle was getting funding—there's a real gender gap in investment. I tackled this by networking fiercely with other women entrepreneurs and targeting investors who value diversity.
My tip? Build a support squad full of boss ladies 👩💼🚀 and back each other up. It's all about who you know and showing the strength in your vision. Keep shining and pushing those boundaries!
Keep slaying the startup game, and remember your unique perspective is your superpower! 💖✨
