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How can you validate your product idea quickly?

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You have a brilliant product idea that you think can solve a problem for your target market. But how do you know if your idea is worth pursuing, and if people will actually pay for it? Validating your product idea quickly is crucial for saving time, money, and effort, and for avoiding building something nobody wants. In this article, you will learn four simple and effective methods to validate your product idea quickly, without spending a fortune or wasting months of development.

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1 Define your value proposition

The first step to validate your product idea is to define your value proposition clearly. Your value proposition is the main benefit or solution that your product offers to your customers, and why they should choose you over your competitors. You can use a simple formula to craft your value proposition: For (target customer), who (problem or need), our product is a (category or type), that (key benefit or feature). For example, for busy professionals, who want to learn new skills, our product is an online platform, that offers bite-sized courses and personalized feedback. Your value proposition should be concise, specific, and compelling.

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2 Conduct customer interviews

The next step to validate your product idea is to conduct customer interviews with your target market. Customer interviews are one-on-one conversations where you ask open-ended questions to understand your customers' problems, needs, goals, and preferences. You can use customer interviews to test your assumptions, discover their pain points, and gauge their interest in your product. You can find potential customers through online communities, social media, referrals, or events. You should aim to interview at least 10-20 people who match your ideal customer profile.

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3 Build a landing page

The third step to validate your product idea is to build a landing page for your product. A landing page is a single web page that showcases your value proposition, your main features, and a call to action. You can use a landing page to collect email addresses, pre-orders, sign-ups, or feedback from your potential customers. You can use tools like Unbounce, Leadpages, or WordPress to create a landing page without coding. You should also drive traffic to your landing page through paid ads, social media, or email marketing, and measure the conversion rate and the feedback you receive.

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Melissa (Missy) Rausch

Product Leader @ Nike applying human motivation to digital experiences | Keen Observer | Strategic Thinker | Life-Long Learner
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There are lots of ways to test your ideas, two of which might be building a landing page or an MVP. Before you execute, think about the assumptions you are making. In the example provided, assumptions might be that working professionals both have and want to spend time learning, that there are subjects common to enough professionals to have good attendance, that people are willing to pay for your content, you have the skill set required to produce content, etc. Once you know your assumptions, rank the ones that are critical to your success and find the easiest way to test that assumption. At this early stage you need skepticism; finding product market fit is hard, and you need to be open to new information and pivots.

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4 Create a minimum viable product

The fourth step to validate your product idea is to create a minimum viable product (MVP). An MVP is a version of your product that has the minimum features and functionality to deliver value to your customers and test your hypotheses. You can use an MVP to get real feedback from real users, and learn what works and what doesn't. You can use tools like Bubble, Zapier, or Shopify to create an MVP without coding. You should also define the metrics and criteria that will help you evaluate the success and viability of your MVP.

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Michelle Hsiao

Product-Based Small Business Growth CEO/Founder Consultant | Speaker & Thought Leader | Chief Merchandising Officer | Fractional COO/Chief Merchant | "Entreprenista 100" Award Winner
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“Progress over Perfection”! Your product or service is never going to be perfect, everything evolves. But it’s important to get market feedback, is this viable, do people want this? Don’t get too far down the road of time and financial investment and then discover there isn’t a market/a need for your product or service!

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Robbert van Os

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Imagine you're an entrepreneur in San Francisco, irked by unreliable taxis. You hear of UberCab, a luxury service that seems promising. You try it; it's flawless. This was Uber's masterstroke; they pinpointed a niche—high-end transport—and used it as a proving ground. Metrics like ride frequency and customer reviews guide them, and soon Uber evolves into a service for all, offering UberX and even UberPool. The takeaway? Start with a focused MVP, guided by a strong value proposition and key metrics. It's not just a launch; it's a validation journey. Uber exemplifies this: they started small, adapted based on data, and scaled. What's your Uber story going to be?

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5 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Melissa (Missy) Rausch

Product Leader @ Nike applying human motivation to digital experiences | Keen Observer | Strategic Thinker | Life-Long Learner
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This article makes the process seem easy and straightforward, something you do over a weekend. In reality, it’s messy, non-linear and can require lots of iterations and pivots. You might have a great idea no one will pay for, a great idea with too few people who would benefit, an ok idea that needs rethinking, etc.

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