Most SaaS Ideas Fail Because of Validation
Building the wrong thing is the most expensive mistake in software. Here's a framework for validating ideas before investing months of development.
The 4-Step Framework
1. Problem Validation
Talk to at least 10 potential users. Don't pitch your solution — understand their problem. If they're not actively trying to solve it, it's not a real problem.
2. Solution Validation
Build a landing page describing your solution. Drive traffic to it. Measure interest through email signups or waitlist conversions.
3. Willingness to Pay
Price before building. If people won't commit to even a small payment for your solution, reconsider.
4. MVP Validation
Build the smallest possible version that solves the core problem. Get it in front of paying users within weeks, not months.