Avoid These Common Startup Mistakes

Founders often fall into the same traps: pushing out a product too soon, neglecting user experience, or missing the mark with their value proposition. These missteps can derail even the most promising startups. But what if you could avoid them altogether?

The key? Feedback.

Succeed faster by learning from others

Instead of guessing what works, let the collective wisdom of peers and experts guide you. Here’s how:

1. Startup Idea Roast. Strengthen your startup concept by submitting your idea for early validation. Get critical feedback that can save you from costly pivots later on. Roast my startup idea.

2. Value Proposition Review. Is your value proposition resonating? Submit your product’s pitch, landing page, or even your entire go-to-market strategy. Get actionable insights to sharpen your message. Review my value proposition.

3. Design & UX Review. First impressions matter. Request feedback on your Figma designs or website. Improve the look and feel of your product before it hits the market. Review my design.

4. Beta Testing. Launching without testing is a recipe for disaster. Invite our community to beta test your website or app. Spot and fix bugs, and refine usability before going live. Get beta testers.

5. Landing Page Roast. Your landing page is your digital storefront. Ensure it’s compelling. Submit it for a roast and get feedback on design, copy, and user experience. Roast my landing page.

6. Copywriting Critique. Words sell. Whether it’s your website copy, ads, or email sequences, make sure they’re clear and engaging. Get expert critique to elevate your messaging. Critique my copywriting.

Here are three platforms where you can request feedback today:

1. ReviewLab. Submit your project for peer or professional feedback on everything from startup ideas to landing pages. Build better products with constructive insights from a community of founders and makers.

2. Indie Hackers. A community of startup founders where you can share your ideas, landing pages, and products to get feedback from like-minded individuals who are also building businesses.

3. Reddit. Try requesting feedback on the following subreddits:

• r/startups (Feedback Friday) — 1.7M members
• r/SaaS (Weekly Feedback Post) — 138K members
• r/roastmystartup — 9.3K members
• r/design_critiques — 99K members
• r/websitefeedback — 1.7K members