What's the most important factor for startup success?
Indu Thangamuthu
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Qudsia Ali@qudsia_ali
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The most crucial factor for startup success is a combination of product-market fit and effective execution. It begins with developing a product or service that addresses genuine market demands and continually refining it through customer feedback. Equally critical is the adept execution of business strategies, encompassing team building, resource management, and agile responses to market dynamics. Balancing innovation with practicality is key to sustaining growth and ensuring long-term viability.
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In my experience, a combination of market fit and talented founders is the sweet spot for success.
@robyn_kline 🤩 The unbeatable combo! A talented founder can build the best-fit team he needs for his market-fit product
I think a mix of timing and market fit is crucial. Even the best products can fail if launched at the wrong time.
I’ve seen that talented founders who are passionate and resilient can overcome many obstacles.
For me, understanding the market and its needs is the foundation. Everything else builds from there.
Timing and a bit of luck can open doors that might otherwise stay closed. It’s about being ready for those opportunities.
I think having a strong product-market fit gives startups a solid base to build on and attract both customers and investors.
From my experience, the founders’ ability to pivot and adapt is crucial for navigating the startup landscape.
Timing often determines the pace of growth. Launching too early or too late can both be problematic.
I think having a market-fit product is key. Even with great founders and funding, without market demand, it’s hard to succeed.
@karen_stephanie True! Market demand drives sales and supports in sustainable growth of the business. If there's a demand, it's more like a validation from the customers on the customer satisfaction.
The way I see it, it only takes a talented founder to hire the right team, to understand and foresee the market demand and take steps accordingly.
For me, the key to startup success has been nailing down a solid business plan. It’s like the blueprint for your dreams—helps you stay on track when things get crazy. Last year, when I started my coffee shop, having a clear plan from service https://edubirdie.com/business-p... made all the difference. They really helped me put my ideas into action.
Team is the most important factor imo. You need passionate, driven people who work well together and have complementary skills. Execution is key and a strong team will figure out the right product, market fit, etc. Ofc having a great product and market are critical too, but the team is what makes it all happen. Just my 2 cents!