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Few months ago I wrote a Reddit post, it turned into an AI startup

r/SaaS
5/29/2025

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
Fild AIhttps://fild.aiLead GenerationFinds best customers, verifies emails/phone numbers, delivers ready-to-buy leads with unique data signals
ChatGPThttps://chat.openai.comAI ChatbotUsed for initial proof-of-concept prompt creation
LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.comProfessional NetworkingData source for lead generation
Apollohttps://www.apollo.ioSales IntelligenceCompetitor mentioned for data volume comparison

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Top salespeople spend 80% of time on prospecting tools
  • Difficulty finding, cleaning, personalizing, deduplicating, and migrating leads
  • Overwhelming signal noise in lead generation

Problems to Solve:

  • Automate lead generation process
  • Identify likely-to-buy customers
  • Reduce time spent on manual lead management

Potential Solutions:

  • AI-powered lead generation and verification
  • Signal-based lead discovery
  • Tiered signal categorization for better lead prioritization

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Rapid prototyping and MVP development
  • Leveraging community feedback for product refinement
  • Strategic subreddit targeting for initial traction

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Viral Reddit post with engaging prompt
  • Personalized LinkedIn outreach based on startup names
  • Building waitlist through community engagement

Monetization & Product:

  • Freemium model with waitlist for early access
  • Focus on unique data signals over volume
  • Brandable name with built-in story

User Engagement:

  • Active community interaction and feedback loop
  • Personalized responses to user inquiries
  • Transparent product development journey sharing