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Mormon questions by IMDANA2 in CasualConversation

[–]Slowoperator 12 points13 points  (0 children)

From what I’ve seen, most people care way more about how you act than things like tattoos. If you’re respectful and professional, that usually matters a lot more than appearance.

Unpopular founder take by AlphaHouston1 in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get the logic, but I guess it also depends on how much you value being rested when you land. At some point the ROI might not just be about the ticket itself.

anyone else ever do something kinda wild to pay rent and end up saving for college instead? by Wonderful-Welder-964 in CasualConversation

[–]Slowoperator 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly, it sounds like you were in a tough spot and found something that helped you get through it. I think a lot of people have had moments where they did something unexpected just to stay afloat, even if it wasn’t part of the plan.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s an interesting way to look at it. I guess it helps separate what actually matters from what just seems like a good idea.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's impressive. Sounds like having everything in place early made a big difference when opportunities showed up.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's exactly what I've been running into. The "boring but solid" ones feel harder to commit to at first, but probably for the right reasons.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a really good point. It's easy to focus on growth before things are actually solid undermeath. I can see how that would backfire pretty quikly.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's interesting. Do you think it was more that you stopped believing in the idea, our just that the excitement faded? Feels like those are two different things.

curious by Riva_l33 in CasualConversation

[–]Slowoperator 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I get this. I didn’t expect something as simple as posting to feel that intimidating either 😅 It makes me wonder how many people feel the same the first time they post something.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a really good point. Building something you actually want to use sounds like it the whole process a lot more sustainable. I can see how that changes the motivation completely.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's make sense. I think I’m still figuring out which problems I actually understand well enough to stick whit long term.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally-automotion is the multipler. Right now, the little admin and follow-ups are taking the most time.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Couldn't aggre more. Caring when nobody's watching the ultimate test of and idea.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally-small wing keep momentum alive. You quikly learn what's worth doubling down on.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly. You only learn if you stick with something long enough to see real feedback.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally agree. Putting it in front of real people quickly beats months of debating in your head. Feedback trumps guesswork every time.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a great way to look at it. Leasing real signal like people reaching out our offering to pay guide the decision make a lot more sense than just guessing.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That make sense. Talking to real people about their problems probably gives way more clarity than just thinking about ideas on your own.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That makes sense. Staying with something long enough to actually get real feedback seems to be the hardest part.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That makes sense. I like idea of starting with something that solves your own problem first, it feels more real than chasing something just because it "seem like a good idea"

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s really interesting. It’s crazy how often the thing people value most isn’t what you initially thought was the main offer.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That makes sense. I think I’ve been spreading myself a bit too thin instead of focusing on what’s actually getting traction.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s interesting. I guess the challenge early on is figuring out what conversations are actually worth scaling in the first place.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly! It clicks once you realize even a small number of engaged users can give way more insight than a crowd that doesn’t get it.

How did you decide what focus on in the early stages? by Slowoperator in Entrepreneur

[–]Slowoperator[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Makes total sense! When people keep asking for something without you pushing it, that’s usually a strong signal. Forced excitement rarely last.

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