Tips for Better Validation Results
Get more accurate and actionable insights by following these best practices.
Be Specific About Your Target Customer
Instead of: "Our app is for small businesses"
Try: "Our app is for e-commerce store owners on Shopify with 100-1000 orders per month who struggle with inventory management"
Clearly Articulate the Problem
Describe the pain point you're solving:
- How painful is it? (Nice-to-have vs. must-have)
- How are people solving it today?
- What's wrong with current solutions?
Explain Your Solution Distinctly
What makes your approach different?
- Unique technology or methodology
- Novel business model
- Better user experience
- Lower price point
Include Relevant Context
Help our AI understand your situation:
- Any existing traction or customers
- Your team's relevant experience
- Available resources or funding
- Timeline and milestones
Describe Your Revenue Model
Be specific about how you'll make money:
- Pricing model (subscription, one-time, freemium)
- Target price points
- Customer acquisition strategy
- Expected customer lifetime value
What to Avoid
- Vague descriptions that could apply to many businesses
- Hyperbolic claims without substance
- Ignoring potential weaknesses
- Skipping the business model
Iterate and Improve
Validation is iterative. After receiving your report:
- Address the highlighted concerns
- Refine your idea description
- Run a new validation
- Compare scores and recommendations