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Hey Reader, Remember when you thought building the product was the hard part? Cute. (π) The second your product hits the market, a whole new attack sequence starts. Suddenly, everyone's fighting to steer you off course - including yourself. You're juggling shiny objects, must-have features, demanding customers, and new idea grenades. Straddling sales, product & operations is both your superpower and your kryptonite. TL;DR In-market? Decisions are based on facts AND intuition, not just gut...
Hey Reader, Despite the predatory fundraising p*rn on your insta feed claiming you're funding ready & they can help. You likely aren't, can't & won't. So, let's pivot to what actually matters. What now? (π) Money has changed in 2024. You need fame, traction, or a bit of both. The occasional startup raises millions with neither. But that's lightning striking twice or a rich uncle that loves you. TL;DR The only early-stage metric that matters is PROOF. Can you show that you can create something...
Hey Reader, Most StartUp Founders pick their solution pricing via the "dinner plan model" - "I dunno, what sounds good?" Shockingly, this approach is about as helpful to your startup & your customers as it is to your significant other. (π) How much should you charge for your product? Simple. The right amount. The right amount is the one thatβs clear, straightforward, & predictable. No surprises, no games. More right than wrong. (π) Just get your first wave of customers in the door paying an...