A good idea is not enough: what to validate before investing Having a good idea is not a guarantee of success in entrepreneurship. According to experts, many businesses start on impulse and end up facing losses due to lack of planning, insufficient demand or higher-than-expected costs. Before investing, the first step is to understand whether there is an audience interested in the product or service. Listening to potential customers and testing the idea on a small scale helps identify flaws and adjust the business before a larger investment. 🗒️ Do you have any reporting suggestions? Send it to g1 One of the most recommended strategies is to create an MVP (Minimum Viable Product), an acronym for “minimum viable product”. The model allows you to validate the proposal at a low cost and assess whether it really has market potential. Experts also highlight the importance of putting all costs at the tip of the pencil, from production to delivery, to understand whether the operation is financially viable. For Sebrae, transforming the idea into a business plan is essential to reduce risks and increase the chances of success. Entrepreneurship boosts income generation adobe stock Download GloboPop to watch short vertical videos from Globo