NounProject. GoodUI. How to Get Startup Ideas. November 2012 The way to get startup ideas is not to try to think of startup ideas.
It's to look for problems, preferably problems you have yourself. The very best startup ideas tend to have three things in common: they're something the founders themselves want, that they themselves can build, and that few others realize are worth doing. Microsoft, Apple, Yahoo, Google, and Facebook all began this way. Problems Why is it so important to work on a problem you have? I made it myself. Why do so many founders build things no one wants? At YC we call these "made-up" or "sitcom" startup ideas. For example, a social network for pet owners. The danger of an idea like this is that when you run it by your friends with pets, they don't say "I would never use this.
" Well When a startup launches, there have to be at least some users who really need what they're making—not just people who could see themselves using it one day, but who want it urgently. You don't need the narrowness of the well per se. Why should you start-up? Startup Café - Accueil. AngelHack Fall 2012 Paris (the unofficial LeWeb Hackathon) Invalid quantity.
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The purpose of this time limit is to ensure that registration is available to as many people as possible. This option is not available anymore. Please read and accept the waiver. All fields marked with * are required. US Zipcodes need to be 5 digits. How to Win a Hackathon - Rummage. How to Win a Hackathon For 30 straight hours this weekend, my co-founder, Matt, and I competed in AngelHack (the biggest hackathon in the nation) for $75,000 in prizes, and the potential for recognition of our startup, Rummage.
The product we built, SnapStore.me, placed first on the West Coast, and second overall: We wanted to share our experience with other hackers/entrepreneurs, and offer some advice on how to make the most of your next hackathon. Why do a hackthon? First of all, why would you subject yourself to a grueling 30 hrs of work to do a hackathon? Get our names out – placing in a competition like AngelHack gives you instant credibility and makes it much easier to start conversations with people who can help your startup/career (which in our case is Rummage). Preparation is Key Hackathon rules vary, but AngelHack encouraged teams to plan their ideas beforehand. Figuring out the nuances of what you want to build before you’re on the clock is an enormous advantage.
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