It's crucial for Founders to validate their ideas quickly to avoid wasting time on concepts that don't resonate with users.

When starting a company, it's crucial to validate your idea rigorously rather than relying on superficial methods like cold emailing a large number of people.

Founders often need to build conviction in their own ideas before seeking validation from others, including investors.

Great founders engage with future customers even before having a product, as this helps them understand user motivations and gather honest feedback.

As a repeat founder, I believe it's crucial to avoid raising money too early; focus on achieving strong product-market fit before seeking investment.

It's crucial for founders to engage directly with users and the market rather than relying on external opinions to gauge their startup's potential.

Many founders mistakenly focus on complex growth strategies instead of simply getting their first customer and validating their idea.

To validate a product idea, consider building a minimal version or a related feature rather than a full product, allowing for quicker feedback. Sales is a powerful way to validate interest in a product; getting someone to commit to paying upfront is one of the most validating actions you can take.

Founders often mistakenly believe they have customers based on interest, but without revenue, they can't confirm the viability of their ideas.