It is like I had lost interest in the problem I wanted to solve. Maybe it doesn’t really exist.
I think there are 4 possible reasons I don’t want to accept:
– I realized it is not such a good idea;
– I realized how difficult it is to create;
– I don’t really want to do this in my life;
– I just have…fear.
Is this ever happened to someone of you?
I think this happens to every single entrepreneur in every startup, ever.
+1
And then...what happens?
Then, you either figure out how to make money, or you quit
I just maybe know how to get users, a lot of. Someone say it isn't enough, someone do.
If you know then go get lot of users. Worry about other things later
I'm feeling like I had already lived the future, seen how strong I imagined it. Passion burned, I don't get excited when I think I have a good idea. I'm not a genius anymore :)
then move on
What's your feeling?
have you done customer development yet?
More no than yes, but also becouse, I think, it is more effective to see it rather than talking about it! Should I make a graphic preview to show it to customers? Or should I ask questions about their habits?
If you are in love with it and will build it anyway, prototype it. If not, do customer development.
I'm in a similar spot right now. I spent the last 2.5 years or so bootstrapping 2 days a week as a solo founder. I'm not sure if it's because I'm just tired to the bone, or if it's any or all of the reasons you mentioned. Yesterday I made a list of stuff I want to do and the startup wasn't on the list. I guess that's a sign.
Just saying aloud I want to quit feels like heresy, but also a relief. I did learn a hell of a lot in the past years, so I get to keep the experience.
Forcing myself to go through the motions just burns me out.