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Eric Migicovsky

07/26/19

@ Y Combinator

In the prototype stage, focus on identifying your best first customer.

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Eric Migicovsky - How to Talk to Users

@ Y Combinator

07/26/19

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Eric Migicovsky

07/26/19

@ Y Combinator

When testing your prototype, ensure you understand who your best first customer is to avoid being constrained by the wrong choice.

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Eric Migicovsky

10/13/18

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial to engage with customers early on, as they can provide valuable feedback that helps you build a better product than if you just focus on perfecting the prototype first.

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Eric Migicovsky

07/26/19

@ Y Combinator

During the idea stage, it's crucial to find your first users who have a specific problem.

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Nicolas Dessaigne

11/27/24

@ Y Combinator

To start your dev tools company, focus on building a prototype and talking to users; feedback is essential to refine your idea and product.

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Y Combinator Cast

07/13/24

@ Y Combinator

Early-stage sales should focus on identifying ideal customers rather than trying to convince everyone to use the product.

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Eric Migicovsky

07/26/19

@ Y Combinator

In the idea stage, find your first users by talking to people who have encountered the problem you're trying to solve.

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Nicolas Dessaigne

11/27/24

@ Y Combinator

When creating a prototype, prioritize speed and simplicity over perfection; aim to identify the core value of your product quickly, as you may discard most of your initial code.

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Gustaf Alströmer

12/30/22

@ Y Combinator

Your first customers should be the easiest to acquire. Focus on simplifying the sales process and prioritize leads that are most likely to close, rather than trying to chase every potential lead.

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Nicolas Dessaigne

11/27/24

@ Y Combinator

It's important to gather user feedback early, even with a prototype, to ensure you're addressing real problems and providing value to your customers.