Sequoia Arc terms (I will not promote) My team is considering applying to Sequoia Arc, but we've already completed one other accelerator type program with MFN terms. I know Sequoia Arc mentions they accept startups "at seed stage". I'm wondering if Sequoia Arc's terms (which I know are negotiable and not published) are more like other accelerator terms, in which case it might not make sense for us to even apply given the MFN status our other accelerator has and the total dilutive impact. Does anyone know examples of equity % they've taken in the past?... 2 0 replies
Couples therapy for co-founders (I will not promote) Hi! I'm a couples therapist/coach for co-founders/business partners. I help folks better their communication skills, clarify boundaries, manage conflict constructively, balance power, manage stress/burnout, etc. I've found co-founder relationships are like marriages, sometimes even more complex than that, and co-founder fallout can be a big issue as to why start-ups fail. That being said, I will not promote!! I'm getting trained in and practicing a new evidenced based technique and would love to offer three 50-minute FREE sessions to a couple co-founders who are in need of improving their... 5 0 replies
Building a P2P Marketplace for Trading Hobbies & Passions—Would You Use It? I will not promote Hey founders, I'm a person who loves to try new hobbies and the idea came from seeing the following three challenges: 1. **It’s expensive.** Learning new skills—whether it’s coding, painting, martial arts, or music—often means paying for expensive classes, coaching, or courses. 2. **It's siloed.** It's rare that you can apply your skillset from existing hobbies to your new hobbies. A chess player can't apply his knowledge of opening theories or tactics to learning the art of cooking. 3. **It’s isolating.** With the decline of third spaces, it’s getting harder to connect with... 1 0 replies
Need ideas for products to build for my Bolt.new YouTube channel (I will not promote) Hey everyone! I will not promote. I started a YouTube channel that aims to teach non-technical people how to use Bolt.new to build prototypes and MVPs. I need some new product ideas to get inspiration on what to build next. If I choose your product to build, i don’t plan on launching a company with it, so I would just send you the code afterwards for a some kind of payment (upfront/installment/equity/whatever). Looking forward to seeing what you come up with! Right now I have a few ideas from... 1 0 replies
Need advice on marketing my product , I will not promote Hey everyone, I launched my first product, which is an AI based Image Generation Platform for your social media profiles, headshots etc, about a month ago. I’ve got around 100 users and 1 paid user so far, but I’m struggling to get more people on board. I’ve been posting on X and Reddit, and while it worked a little at first, the excitement seems to have faded. I’m on a tight budget, so I need some creative ways to market without spending money. I’m really new to this whole marketing... 5 0 replies
Lazy Email to messenger tool? | I will not promote I’m too lazy to manage my inbox, and google Gemini... is just a useless crap. I get bombarded with sales/promo emails daily mixed with leads and internal correspondence, so I built my internal tool that **condenses them into a single DM** on Slack/WhatsApp/Telegram/etc. with quick-reply actions. Example: *"Bob wants to sell you his cybersecurity solution, BobSecure, Inc."* ➡️ React with ❌ → Bob gets a polite personalized corporate “Thank you Bob, for your bla bla bla, but NO” ➡️ Type “details?” → If Bob didn’t attach a PDF or... 2 0 replies
Looking for a co-founder. I will not promote Hey everyone, I'm looking for a co-founder who's interested in building a software for food services industry (supply, team management, vendor management). I've bootstraped the MVP, and currently have one paying customer. You must have experience with: Reactjs React Native Express Mongodb Must be located in NYC. Please dm me if you're interested/related. 4 0 replies
Needs Suggestions on my startup strategy - I will not promote Hi, I have been thinking of products tried and left in between several times during my late 20s to early 30s. I worked in start ups to understand how I can build my own startup. Two of the start ups I made very good contributions especially last one with completely owned and built along with CTO, Ofcourse with a lot of team support. Now I wanted to start my own company, I'm thinking of making AI recruitment tool. I feel if I don't take steps now, after that I'll... 3 0 replies
I had this idea. Built it. Launched it, spent tons on fb ads. And now I'm wondering... did I waste my time? I will not promote I don’t know what hurts more, the heartbreak I went through or the fact that I built something to fix it… and no one seems to care. A few months back, I was stuck in a loop of regret. I had two major moments in my life where I had feelings for someone but never said a word. Fear of rejection? Awkwardness? Losing a friendship? Whatever the reason, I stayed silent. And both times, I lost my chance. Then one day, I found out that one of them… liked... 1 0 replies
Web App vs Mobile App for MVP. I will not promote Hi folks, I’m in desperate need of some advice. I’m a short story writer and have built a strong community of ardent followers. I’ve written over 300 short stories and continue to create new content every week. Now, I want to monetize my work, grow my brand, and turn this into a sustainable living. This would also help me further my mission of encouraging people to read more instead of mindlessly scrolling. To achieve this, I’ve decided to build an app around my content and charge a subscription fee.... 3 0 replies
have an idea of connecting artists and organizers(i will not promote) Hey everyone! thinking about launchingb a platform designed to connect artists and performers (musicians, comedians, dancers, etc.) with event organizers looking for talent. Our goal is to make the process of booking gigs seamless—helping artists find more paid opportunities while giving organizers an easier way to discover and hire the right talent thinking of starting with a website that includes essential features like profile building, search filters, and direct bookings with integrated payments with our revenue model being a mix of commission-based and subscription plans, keeping affordability in mind... 5 0 replies
Getting past step 1 of getting users. I will not promote Just a general question/advice. I have attempted 10+ ideas in the market to never even get one sign up or contact. The key problem is my sales strategy, I utilise FB and FB ads, with a very limited budget, my max is hit and then I can only post organically to draw attention. Any ideas of how to get past this first big hurdle that isn’t the typical of invite friends, post daily etc etc 1 0 replies
Finding grants, accelerators, incubators, startup programs, pitching competitions and startup challenges worldwide more easily( I will not promote) Will this idea work? I'm planning to create a platform for founders and people with startup ideas to find accelerators, grants, incubators, entrepreneurship contests, pitching competitions and many more small scale funding opportunities . Will this work? If yes then how can I make money? And should I just help startups find these opportunities on a personal level and help them to get their funding or should I make all the info public and let them choose. How can I get the data ASAP? What are your thoughts? Anything... 5 0 replies
Trying to validate an idea before moving forward. I will not promote We think that traditional social media platforms trap creators in algorithm-driven feeds, follower count obsession, and limited monetization. Our platform would break the cycle. It’s a new kind of social platform where engagement, not AI drives content visibility, and creators could get paid from day one. I know what you thinking (yet another social network) but hear me out. What Makes Us Different? * No Likes, Just Echoes: Content spreads only through engagement. If people interact, it grows, no algorithm deciding for you. * Instant Monetization (No Minimums): Get... 2 0 replies
Best place to start a business in the US nowadays? I will not promote. Best place to start a business in the US nowadays? I will not promote. Hello All, as titled, is it still Bay Area? I prefer places with opportunities to meet people but of low cost of living for trials and errors. Heard that Austin in Texas is prospering as well. I would also need to find ventures to support my start up. Thank you so much! I will not promote at all. 5 6 replies
Why Do Some Products Go Viral and Others Don’t? I will not promote I’ve been trying for years to come up with a product that goes viral, but it never works. From what I’ve noticed, viral products usually have three things in common: They solve a problem in a cool way. People love things that make life easier or more fun. If it’s new and useful, they share it. They look great in photos and videos. If something catches the eye, people post about it. Social media does the marketing for free. People can’t stop talking about them. Maybe it has a... 4 0 replies
[Hiring/Seeking/Offering] Jobs / Co-Founders Weekly Thread # [Hiring/Seeking/Offering] Jobs / Co-Founders Weekly Thread This is an experiment. We see there is a demand from the community to: * Find Co-Founders * Hiring / Seeking Jobs * Offering Your Skillset / Looking for Talent # Please use the following template: * \*\*\[SEEKING / HIRING / OFFERING\]\*\* (Choose one) * \*\*\[COFOUNDER / JOB / OFFER\]\*\* (Choose one) * Company Name: (Optional) * Pitch: * Preferred Contact Method(s): * Link: (Optional) ## All Other Subreddit Rules Still Apply We understand there will be mild self promotion involved with... 3 0 replies
I am planning to build a dynamic qr code service, need your advice, want to build everything in public, I will not promote anything here. You basically attach this qr code to any of your product and then when the customer takes it, it will be something fun everytime you scan it. For example if you supply some kitchen based utility, and if a user scans it he will get a new recipe every day. What you think of this idea ? I will not promote any of my product. This is just a validation request from a struggling entrepreneur. 4 0 replies
Feeling undervalued. I will not promote I just had a meeting with the other 3 people in my company. I'm the only tech guy. I built the entire product and all the infrastructure to build, deploy and run it. The value of the work I've put in over 2 months has been externally valued at 350-550k and should have taken a year(!). They've paid me perhaps 1% of the value added. I tried to have a grown-up conversation with them today about equity reflecting value and got basically stonewalled on that and also a flat... 5 13 replies
What is an appropriate relationship between founders? (i will not promote) Hello everyone, I am a newbie co-founder, aka the start up I joined is my first time given that role. I am currently a PhD candidate (soon graduate) and I have never work in a company, hence I sure lack perspectives on company working environment. As the title says, I am wondering what is an appropriate relationship between founders? When I was offered the role, I thought founders should be friends, or at least people who understand each other at certain levels so they can offer support both in... 5 7 replies
