Is Entrepreneur First Worth It? Part 2: Bad Ideas 19 implied HN points • 24 Mar 23 💼 Business Entrepreneurship Startup Product Management Market Analysis Teamwork At Entrepreneur First, learning to quickly test ideas is a valuable skill. Mapping out the Idea Maze can save time by visualizing paths to success and understanding potential obstacles. Avoid tar pit ideas by seeking problems that are less obvious, less saturated by founders, and with high market demand.
Is Entrepreneur First Worth It? Part 4: My Brutally Honest Review of the Program 3 HN points • 08 May 23 💼 Business Entrepreneurship Startup Investment Feedback Entrepreneur First is a good place to find a cofounder for a venture-backed deep tech startup. Consider focusing on solving a real problem rather than meeting EF's criteria for startup ideas. EF provides valuable skills for idea validation but the feedback can be inconsistent.
Is Entrepreneur First Worth It? Part 1: Introduction 1 HN point • 25 Jan 23 Entrepreneur First is like an accelerator that recruits potential founders without existing startup ideas. The program helps form teams, test ideas, and pitch for funding, with a focus on finding unique problem-solving insights. Having domain expertise can be crucial for quickly validating startup ideas and attracting top talent.
Is Entrepreneur First Worth It? Part 3: Luck Surface Area 0 implied HN points • 05 Apr 23 💼 Business Entrepreneurship Startup Venture Capital Tech industry Business strategy Pursuing a goal with full intensity can lead to unforeseen opportunities. Knowing where your problem sits on a spectrum can shape your startup. Wanting to win at something is more important than having the right to win.