The Scale Up Show

Why 90% of Startup Ideas Fail Before Week 2 (And How I Validate Mine in 7 Days)


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Ryan Staley discusses the high failure rate of startup ideas and shares his personal journey of validating his own startup concept. He emphasizes the importance of building in public, leveraging AI tools for market research, and the psychological resilience needed for entrepreneurship. Staley also shares insights from industry experts on creating a minimum viable product (MVP) and understanding founder market fit, while encouraging a long-term vision for success.


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00:00 Introduction to Startup Challenges and Personal Journey

01:40 Validating Startup Ideas: Week One Insights

05:29 Key Takeaways from Industry Experts

08:52 Psychological Resilience in Entrepreneurship

10:30 Looking Ahead: Next Steps in the Journey

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