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How to Validate a Startup Idea While Still Employed

The 5-stage validation framework for testing your idea before quitting.

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The 5-Stage Validation Framework

  1. Problem Validation (Weeks 1-2)
  2. Customer Validation (Weeks 2-5)
  3. Solution Validation (Weeks 5-7)
  4. Willingness-to-Pay Validation (Weeks 7-9)
  5. Commitment Validation (Weeks 9-12)

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