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Michael Seibel

08/01/19

@ Y Combinator

Hold the problem you're solving and the customer tightly, but keep the solution you're building flexible, as it may need to change based on user feedback.

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Michael Seibel - How to Plan an MVP

@ Y Combinator

08/01/19

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DR

David Rusenko

09/06/18

@ Y Combinator

Test your solution with target customers, being flexible about who those customers might be based on feedback.

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Michael Seibel

08/01/19

@ Y Combinator

Iterate on your solution continuously until it effectively solves a problem; avoid falling in love with your initial product and be open to making necessary changes.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

03/01/25

@ Y Combinator

Don't be too opinionated about how your product works before you've created value for anyone. Be flexible, as the world and customer needs may differ from your initial assumptions.

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Michael Seibel

11/29/18

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial not to let hijack users dictate the product roadmap; focusing on solving one problem well is more effective than trying to please every user that comes along.

EM

Eric Migicovsky

06/14/19

@ Y Combinator

Being close to your customers allows you to iterate quickly by obtaining immediate feedback and building solutions that meet their needs.

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Tiffani

09/18/18

@ Y Combinator

In the early stages, it's crucial to iterate quickly and maintain regular communication with customers to gather valuable feedback.

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Harvard Innovation Labs Cast

06/12/13

@ Harvard Innovation Labs

When discussing a potential solution with customers, always ask them what specific problem you would be solving for them and what they would be willing to pay for it.

DR

David Rusenko

09/06/18

@ Y Combinator

Listen to customers' problems rather than their proposed solutions, as they often don't know what they want until you show it to them.

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Kevin Hale

03/25/17

@ Y Combinator

Always maintain a feedback loop with users while working on product development to ensure you are meeting their needs effectively.