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How my side project finally made real money (after ~10 failed tries)
r/Entrepreneur
6/2/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| DesignJoy | https://designjoy.io/ | Productized Services Platform | Helps create fixed-scope service offerings, pricing, and positioning |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Difficulty finding a scalable business model
- Struggling with sales and client acquisition
- Lack of clear product-market fit
- Challenges with pricing and packaging
Problems to Solve:
- Need for predictable revenue streams
- Desire for better work-life balance
- Demand for clear, fixed-scope service offerings
- Need for efficient client communication
Potential Solutions:
- Productized services model
- Fixed pricing and packaging
- Focused discovery conversations
- Clear problem-solution alignment
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Productizing existing skills and services
- Testing and iterating offerings
- Focusing on clear problem-solution fit
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Leveraging existing skills and expertise
- Building clear value proposition
- Using discovery conversations for sales
Monetization & Product:
- Fixed pricing model
- Clear scope and deliverables
- One-page, one-offer approach
User Engagement:
- Building trust through problem-solving
- Creating clear communication channels
- Providing predictable service offerings