Do you believe that every startup has the potential to change the world?

Question

Hrithik Kaul · Accepted Answer

Nope. And I don't think most startups should try to change the world.

What they should do instead is try improving the workflows of certain niches, and then expand to grow.

Natella Nuralieva · Answer

Only those startups who actually want to change the world :)

Elena Tsemirava · Answer

@hrithik_kaul1 I fully agree with you.

Igor Lysenko · Answer

Definitely yes, if a startup is moving in the direction of helping people, it will definitely pay off.

Mary Rumyantzeva, PhD · Answer

I don't believe that every startup needs to change the world. Sometimes, helping a specific group of people solve their problems can be a more achievable goal. However, I do believe that the startup journey can profoundly transform the founder's personality. On a subjective level, isn't that what changing the world means?

Salar Davari · Answer

I think "changing the world" is is not the right term.  Most startups are merely copying the leading companies and have nothing to add to whatever industry they belong to. How can they change the world?? At their best, most startups can change the way we handle things.

Maria Hagsten · Answer

This question made me think of Silicon Valley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8C5sjjhsso 😂

Natalya Osyko · Answer

Not every startup has the potential to change the world. Success and world-changing impact depend on various factors, including the idea, execution, market conditions, and more. It's essential that the startup's idea genuinely benefits people and addresses some of their problems. Moreover, for a startup to have a global impact, the idea should be relevant to people from different countries and cultures.

Maria Hagsten · Answer

@natella_nuralieva Love this answer. Totally agree.

Bon · Answer

Absolutely!

Let’s change the world together!

Prem Saini · Answer

According to my observations Yes, with the correct vision, innovation, and execution, every startup has the potential to make a significant effect because it is designed to solve an issue that you are unaware of in the world.

Elena Tsemirava · Answer

No. Should it really have such potential?

Answer

Every single one? I do not think so. They probably should not try to either. Better to focus on the problems they want to solve and solve them well

Kayode Odeleye · Answer

Definitely not

Carissa Jansen · Answer

YES! Graphite is currently working code review tools which can help save us from our AI overlords. If you guys love an underdog story, please support Graphite today - we spent most of the day in #3 and are currently trying to overtake #1 :)

Do you believe that every startup has the potential to change the world?

Replies