Pain Points:

• Non-payment for completed work
• Difficulty enforcing contracts internationally
• Limited legal recourse due to geographical constraints
• Clients using unpaid intellectual property for profit
• Fear of retaliation from well-funded clients

Problems to Solve:

• Recovering unpaid invoices from international clients
• Protecting intellectual property rights when payment is withheld
• Preventing clients from profiting from unpaid work
• Navigating legal systems across jurisdictions

Potential Solutions:

• Sending formal demand letters
• Filing lawsuits in small claims court
• Issuing DMCA takedown notices to platforms like Amazon
• Hiring attorneys for legal action or contingency-based representation
• Implementing stricter payment terms (e.g., upfront deposits, prompt payment discounts)
• Adding non-payment clauses in contracts (e.g., license revocation, late fees)

Pain Points:

• Existing productivity tools provide data without meaningful insights
• Difficulty managing procrastination and scattered focus
• Struggle to balance multiple life roles
• Tools require users to self-analyze data
• Overwhelmed by complexity of life management

Problems to Solve:

• Need for an all-in-one tool integrating journaling, todos, time-tracking, and planning
• Desire to visualize and balance life roles (e.g., Parent, Career, Self-Care)
• Seeking motivation through gamification and progress tracking
• Reducing friction in productivity by combining psychological approach with task management

Potential Solutions:

• Orakemu app: Combines multiple productivity features with gamification and life role framework
• Implementing recurring tasks, calendar integrations, and notes (as planned features)
• Adding audio features for voice-based planning/journaling in future
• Usage-based free trial instead of time-limited trial

Pain Points:

• Intense dislike for cold sales and cold calling
• Difficulty convincing businesses they need payment processing solutions
• Feeling stuck despite having a potentially lucrative business model
• Lack of funds to hire sales staff upfront
• High rejection rates in a competitive industry
• Emotional toll of sales rejection and self-doubt

Problems to Solve:

• How to generate warm leads instead of cold outreach
• How to overcome aversion to sales activities
• How to scale the business without personally doing sales
• How to validate product-market fit in a crowded space
• How to compete with established players (Square, PayPal, etc.)

Potential Solutions:

• Hiring commission-based sales representatives
• Building inbound marketing strategies (content, SEO, ads)
• Using AI tools for lead generation and outreach automation
• Focusing on referral programs and word-of-mouth marketing
• Repositioning the product to highlight unique value propositions
• Creating case studies and testimonials for social proof
• Networking to build relationships before selling
• Partnering with sales experts or agencies

Pain Points:

• Corruption in various industries (recycling, dentistry, construction, defense contracting, healthcare, tow truck services, non-profits, transportation/logistics, used car dealerships, HR, livery services, real estate, barber shops, wedding industry, music industry, marketing, finance, coaching, politics, merchant payment processors, education, SEO/social media, government)
• Fraudulent billing practices in healthcare
• Backhanders/consultancy fees in construction contracts
• Defense contract manipulation through protests and connections
• Tool theft on construction sites
• Overcharging and hidden fees in wedding/event planning
• Bait-and-switch tactics in merchant payment processing
• Misuse of government subsidies in education
• Emotional manipulation by vendors in event planning

Problems to Solve:

• Need to avoid industries with high corruption for business ventures
• Desire for transparent business practices
• Preventing illegal dumping in recycling
• Reducing unnecessary medical procedures
• Combating tool theft in construction
• Ensuring fair defense contract allocation
• Eliminating hidden fees in services
• Stopping misuse of educational subsidies

Potential Solutions:

• Starting businesses in industries where transparency is a selling point (e.g., SaaS tools for small business)
• Using AI integration to improve transparency
• Implementing stricter regulations and audits
• Creating ethical business models that don't rely on government grants or corrupt practices
• Professionalism and accountability in contracts
• Community awareness and consumer education

Pain Points:

• Lack of industry experience when starting a business
• Difficulty in managing operations without domain knowledge
• Risk of undervaluing products/services due to inexperience
• Challenges in hiring/identifying trustworthy experts

Problems to Solve:

• How to start a business in an unfamiliar industry
• How to compensate for lack of hands-on experience
• How to validate business ideas before full commitment
• How to price products/services correctly as a beginner

Potential Solutions:

• Hire experienced employees or consultants
• Partner with industry experts
• Work in the industry first to gain experience
• Start small with pilot programs to validate ideas
• Use franchises to leverage proven systems
• Conduct thorough market research and customer validation

Pain Points:

• Emergency AC failure during heat waves
• Long wait times for AC repairs
• Unwillingness to purchase temporary AC due to storage issues
• Concern for pets during heat emergencies

Problems to Solve:

• Temporary cooling solutions during AC breakdowns
• Avoiding hotel stays due to pet care concerns
• Need for hassle-free installation and removal

Potential Solutions:

• Window AC unit rentals for short-term use
• Partnership with HVAC companies for value-added service
• Portable AC units with easy installation

Pain Points:

• Overwhelmed by doing everything alone
• Constant reaction mode without time for planning
• Fear of hiring (cost concerns, trust issues, fear of mistakes)
• Burnout from solo operations
• Difficulty delegating tasks

Problems to Solve:

• Scaling business beyond solo capacity
• Transitioning from reactive to proactive work
• Finding trustworthy help
• Overcoming fear of hiring
• Achieving work-life balance

Potential Solutions:

• Hiring part-time or freelance help to start small
• Delegating specific tasks (e.g., client onboarding)
• Clear communication of expectations
• Gradual trust-building through small assignments
• Shifting mindset: hiring as catalyst for growth, not reward

Pain Points:

• Solo founders experience slower growth and faster burnout
• Struggle with early hiring and bandwidth limitations
• Lack of decision checks and blind spot identification
• Difficulty decompressing as stepping away halts progress
• Loneliness and emotional burden
• Challenges in accessing investments and fundraising
• Difficulty finding reliable partners or co-founders
• Need to handle multiple roles simultaneously
• Risk of mediocrity from contractors

Problems to Solve:

• How to distribute workload and emotional burden effectively
• How to compensate for skill gaps without co-founders
• How to maintain momentum when working alone
• How to build an organization rather than just a product
• How to secure funding as a solo founder
• How to find trustworthy partners or advisors

Potential Solutions:

• Hiring specialized roles (e.g., copywriters) to fill skill gaps
• Using AI tools to assist with tasks and decision-making
• Building a trusted advisory board
• Creating strategic documents and protocols for organizational structure
• Focusing on equity distribution to attract talent
• Developing personal resilience and humility to address blind spots

Pain Points:

• Manual testing of AI agents is time-consuming and error-prone
• Bugs still appear in production despite extensive testing
• Difficulty simulating real-world edge cases (e.g., accents, background noise, medication name mishearing)
• Lack of automated tools for comprehensive AI agent testing

Problems to Solve:

• Ensuring AI agents handle diverse real-world scenarios reliably
• Preventing critical errors in production (e.g., mishearing medication names)
• Automating the testing process for AI agents
• Identifying and tracking hallucinations and drop-offs in agent performance

Potential Solutions:

• Building specialized tools for simulating conversations and edge cases
• Automating test case generation based on agent descriptions
• Implementing monitoring for hallucinations, drop-offs, and instruction compliance
• Stress testing agents under realistic conditions

Pain Points:

• Lack of capital to start the business
• Limited experience in business operations
• Uncertainty about how to approach an untraditional business model

Problems to Solve:

• How to fund a capital-intensive automotive customization business
• How to gain practical experience in body work and business management
• How to validate and execute an unconventional business idea in the automotive aftermarket

Potential Solutions:

• Seeking mentorship from experienced industry professionals (e.g., small shop owners)
• Getting a job at an auto shop to gain hands-on experience
• Building a personal brand through content creation (YouTube documentation)
• Starting small by using personal vehicle as a showcase ("rolling billboard")

Pain Points:

• High startup costs and long-term leases for facilities
• Difficulty in maintaining sterile growing environments
• Labor-intensive cultivation process
• Uncertainty in market demand for specialty mushrooms

Problems to Solve:

• Validating market demand before scaling operations
• Finding cost-effective growing methods and materials
• Reducing initial investment risk
• Establishing reliable sales channels

Potential Solutions:

• Start small with home-based kits or buckets to test viability
• Use low-cost materials like straw or recycled cardboard for substrate
• Conduct market research by contacting restaurants directly
• Sell door-to-door or via social media to gauge retail interest

Pain Points:

• Difficulty getting potential customers to engage in validation interviews
• Lack of network makes customer outreach challenging
• Cold outreach (emails/DMs) has low response rates
• Busy targets unwilling to spare time for discussions
• Suspicion from potential interviewees about motives
• Retail industry targets are particularly difficult to engage

Problems to Solve:

• How to effectively conduct customer discovery without an existing network
• How to get initial customer interviews for idea validation
• How to identify and reach the right decision-makers
• How to build trust quickly with potential interviewees
• How to overcome rejection and maintain persistence in outreach

Potential Solutions:

• Leverage personal networks (friends, family, colleagues) for introductions
• Use LinkedIn for relationship-building before requesting interviews
• Participate in relevant Reddit communities and Discord servers to listen and engage naturally
• Conduct in-person outreach at target customer locations
• Offer incentives like $5 vouchers for participation
• Frame outreach as problem analysis rather than sales pitch (e.g., free 30-min problem analysis session)
• Focus on industries more open to discussions (e.g., healthcare vs. retail)
• Use Mom Test questioning techniques to build rapport
• Attend industry conferences and local entrepreneur meetups
• Ensure outreach is personalized and targets the right decision-makers
• Persist with follow-ups (but limit to 1-2 attempts per lead)

Pain Points:

• Difficulty getting initial clients as a freelancer
• Lack of credibility and reviews when starting out
• Challenges in writing effective bios and gig descriptions
• Need for affordable solutions for small businesses and startups
• Difficulty learning how to build MVPs from scratch

Problems to Solve:

• How to gain credibility as a new freelancer
• How to price services competitively when starting
• How to build a portfolio to showcase work
• How to learn MVP development and choose tech stacks
• How to scale applications and write production-quality code

Potential Solutions:

• Start with low pricing to attract first clients and build reviews
• Write personalized bios and gig descriptions (avoid AI-generated)
• Build a portfolio of projects to demonstrate quality
• Use platforms like Fiverr or Upwork to gain initial credibility
• Learn through freelancing and mastering a tech stack
• Validate ideas on Reddit for honest feedback
• Join Discord communities focused on SaaS and MVPs
• Choose tech stacks based on project goals, scalability, cost, and team skills

Pain Points:

• Lack of guidance for aspiring entrepreneurs
• Difficulty finding co-founders and mentors
• Need for a supportive community for learning and sharing experiences
• Challenges in validating business ideas
• Demotivation due to lack of support

Problems to Solve:

• Creating a platform for entrepreneurs to connect, learn, and collaborate
• Building a community for mutual support and knowledge sharing
• Validating business ideas effectively
• Providing accessible entrepreneurship education

Potential Solutions:

• Develop a SaaS platform for founder/co-founder matching and community building
• Create open learning resources with case studies and problem-solving exercises
• Build landing pages for idea validation
• Leverage social platforms (X, Discord) for community growth

Pain Points:

• Feeling detached and cold, loss of interest in hobbies and social activities
• Obsessive focus on work leading to neglect of personal well-being
• Fear that work may become obsolete due to AI advancements
• Difficulty balancing entrepreneurship with personal life

Problems to Solve:

• Regain work-life balance and emotional well-being
• Prevent burnout from constant work focus
• Find motivation beyond financial success
• Reconnect with personal interests and social relationships

Potential Solutions:

• Incorporate outdoor activities and exercise (e.g., gym, trekking)
• Prioritize social interactions and relationships
• Establish healthy habits and routines
• Seek perspective shifts regarding work-life integration

Pain Points:

• Mobile apps built with no-code tools often lack personalization and exclusive features
• Apps are just smaller browser windows replicating websites
• Low user retention and engagement after 30 days

Problems to Solve:

• How to create mobile apps that offer more than just website replication
• How to improve mobile app retention and engagement
• How to build app-only content like onboarding flows and custom screens

Potential Solutions:

• Adding native screen editors to no-code platforms for building app-specific content
• Creating personalized experiences and exclusive mobile features
• Focusing on mobile UX beyond website replication

Pain Points:

• Users signing up but not converting to paid subscriptions
• Some users lack payment methods (credit/debit cards)
• Uncertainty about product's problem-solving effectiveness

Problems to Solve:

• Converting free trial users to paying customers
• Ensuring product effectively solves user problems
• Removing friction in onboarding and usage

Potential Solutions:

• Implement onboarding strategies (email series, webinars)
• Use AI tools like GAM for personalized video emails
• Offer alternative payment methods
• Validate problem-solution fit and product differentiation

Pain Points:

• Lack of knowledge about local market demand
• Uncertainty about what products sell well locally
• Difficulty identifying profitable items for resale

Problems to Solve:

• How to determine which items (clothes/electronics) have high resale value locally
• How to assess market viability for a future video game store

Potential Solutions:

• Use online marketplaces (Vinted, eBay, Facebook Marketplace) to research real-time prices and demand
• Check completed auctions to see actual sales data
• Duplicate successful local listings from Facebook Marketplace