“I SCRATCHED MY OWN ITCH” ISN'T GOOD ENOUGH

Summary from the TLDR Founders newsletter

Fixing a problem you personally have doesn't guarantee a winning startup. Just because you felt the pain doesn't mean there's a big, urgent market. The real test is making sure many customers share that pain, will pay for the solution, and see it as a must-have. Many founders miss this reality check and stay stuck in a personal bubble. Focus on broader proof, honest pricing tests, and user feedback beyond your own story.