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What’s the worst business idea you’ve seen someone try to execute?
r/Entrepreneur
7/4/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twilio | Not specified | Communication | Used as base for flawed messaging app development |
| Lead Gen Jay's content | Not specified | Market Research | Teaches demand validation before product development |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Oversaturated markets with no unique value proposition
- High operational costs for logistics-heavy businesses
- Product-market mismatch in pricing/demographics
- Reliance on untested assumptions about customer behavior
Problems to Solve:
- Validating market demand before product development
- Creating differentiated offerings in crowded markets
- Balancing convenience pricing with operational feasibility
- Adapting products/services to local demographics
Potential Solutions:
- Conduct thorough market research and demand validation
- Focus on underserved niches with clear differentiation
- Implement tiered pricing models for different customer segments
- Build partnerships with existing infrastructure providers
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Partnering with software platforms for client referrals
- Focusing on underserved niche markets
- Validating demand before product development
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Leveraging existing platform partnerships for lead generation
- Targeting specific professional verticals with tailored solutions
Monetization & Product:
- Premium pricing for convenience services (needs cost justification)
- Subscription models for recurring revenue
- Modular feature development based on market feedback
User Engagement:
- Building communities around specific professional niches
- Implementing feedback loops for product iteration
- Creating value through educational content (e.g. market validation guides)