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I can't seem to get started on anything. Any advice on how to just "start"?
r/Entrepreneur
6/27/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notes App | Not mentioned | Productivity | Writing down ideas |
| AI Language Startup | Not mentioned | AI/Productivity | Not specified |
| Dopamail | https://dopamail.substack.com/p/youre-not-tired-youre-addicted-to | Newsletter | Article on procrastination |
| Quit to Start | https://a.co/d/7BhnvLy | Book | Book on starting |
| AI Tool for Creators | Not mentioned | AI/Social Media | Helps creators post regularly on social platforms |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Difficulty starting projects
- Perfectionism leading to inaction
- Fear of failure and downsides
- Procrastination
- Overthinking and analysis paralysis
- Lack of commitment to one idea
- Fear of success
- Difficulty in maintaining momentum
Problems to Solve:
- How to overcome procrastination and start a side business
- How to commit to one idea long enough to see results
- How to validate business ideas without overthinking
- How to build momentum through small steps
- How to handle fear of failure and success
Potential Solutions:
- Start with small, manageable steps
- Focus on one idea for a set period (e.g., 3 years)
- Build an MVP quickly and iterate
- Network to identify real problems to solve
- Seek accountability through groups or friends
- Visualize success and embrace imperfection
- Use AI tools to brainstorm and iterate ideas
- Read motivational books (e.g., The Fastlane Millionaire, Million Dollar Weekend)
- Join communities for support and motivation
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Building an MVP quickly and iterating based on feedback
- Focusing on one idea long-term before pivoting
- Networking to identify customer pain points
- Starting small and scaling gradually
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Offering free early access to attract initial users
- Leveraging communities (e.g., Reddit, Discord, meetups) for outreach
- Using accountability groups for user retention
Monetization & Product:
- Validating market through existing solutions (copying with differentiation)
- Pricing differentiation as a strategy
- Focusing on product-market fit through user feedback
User Engagement:
- Creating online groups for accountability and support
- Engaging in networking events and communities
- Using AI tools to maintain consistent user interaction (e.g., social media posting)