What is your single best piece of advice for an early stage founder?

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Andrew 💥 · Accepted Answer

Don't spend months building perfect, polished, fully functional MVP. > hack something simple with a no-code tool like Typedream or Softr 2.0 > start talking to customers and gathering feedback > quickly iterate, focus on value for the user > build something 100 people love, rather than 1,000 kinda like Heep (http://heep.so/) can match you with a no-code expert who works lean and can help you get started or power up.

Joshua Dance · Answer

Build a cupcake. Not the whole product (the cake), but enough to be valuable and give people a taste that they can buy.

Build and launch a cupcake as soon as possible.

S.N.Dineshan · Answer

@joshdance I agree that it took me a while to understand.

Max Prilutskiy · Answer

My best piece of advice for an early-stage founder is to stay focused and determined. As the Stoic philosopher Epictetus once said, "First say to yourself what you would be; and then do what you have to do."

Starting a business can be incredibly challenging, and there will be plenty of obstacles and setbacks along the way. But if you are clear about your vision and stay committed to your goals, you can overcome anything.

So, my advice is to stay true to yourself and your vision, and never let anything get in the way of your determination to succeed. With focus and persistence, you can turn your dreams into reality.

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@the_andriy_bond Great

Lisa Dziuba · Answer

@joshdance  🎂 100% agree

Lisa Dziuba · Answer

@the_andriy_bond Thanks for sharing!

Lisa Dziuba · Answer

@alessandro_canella is this the time when you have no money left? :)

YassineCoder · Answer

The only thing I can say, be patient, work daily, share the value for free, good luck

Odun Odubanjo · Answer

Always think about and focus on the path to revenue. Some products take longer to get there but your most strategic moves will be those that cut down the time to money in the bank.

Olya Zabalkanska · Answer

If you are on the business side, find a technical co-founder to share your passion
Launch early, don't wait to build ideal product

Alessandro Canella · Answer

You will eventually hit a point of self-doubt. Do not let it overwhelm you. Go through this period strongly. :)

Rachana · Answer

@joshdance Thanks, I needed this advice :)

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One piece of advice for an early stage founder would be to focus on building a strong team. A successful startup is not just about the idea, but also about the execution. Having a team of people with diverse skills and experiences can help to bring the idea to life and improve the chances of success. It's also important to make sure that the team is aligned and working towards a common goal. Building a strong team from the beginning can set the foundation for future success.

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@joshdance Great

What is your single best piece of advice for an early stage founder?

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