Biggest Regret as a founder?

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Amy G. Debnam · Accepted Answer

I regret  not investing more in building a strong  team from the start.

Anne Boehm · Answer

We could have  been more proactive in seeking out and incorporating feedback from our  users earlier on.

Lekan Oladosu · Answer

Giving free version for too long while we kept adding new features and not talking to more customers. It became difficult to change this.

Amensa Hulk · Answer

I wish I had  taken more time to thoroughly research and understand my target market before launching the  product.

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I regret not focusing on product-market fit sooner. I spent too much time perfecting features before really understanding what customers needed

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My biggest regret was not prioritizing work-life balance early on. I burned out quickly, and it took a while to recover and find a better rhythm.

Alex Bravo · Answer

I regret not delegating tasks sooner. I ended up taking on too much myself, which led to burnout.

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I should have invested more in marketing earlier on. It’s easy to underestimate how crucial it is for growth.

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I wish I’d listened to feedback more actively in the early days. It could have helped us pivot sooner and avoid some pitfalls.

Greffin Dony · Answer

A significant regret is not focusing enough on customer feedback from the beginning. It’s important to understand and adapt to customers needs.

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One major regret as a founder was not investing more in building a strong team early on. Having the right people is crucial for success.

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One big regret is not balancing work and personal life better. It’s essential to maintain well-being to lead effectively.

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collaboration with both AI tools and people will be vital. Being able to work well in this environment will make a big difference.

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I wish I had listened to our early users more closely.

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I spent too much time trying to do everything myself, and it delayed our progress

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