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#RI-6a6b11c6·7 months ago·
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Investing too much in feature additions

70 users tried my product but none stuck around, no feedback from users

What I wish I knew
"I wish I had validated the need for the product before investing too much time and resources"
If I could tell you one thing
"Focus on understanding the core problem before adding more features"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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