I'm giving away my startup idea to a deserving Haxor

#1

Post by poppysan » Fri, Mar 14, 2008, 6:05 PM UTC

Hey all. I have been searching for a potential partner for my startup, but as of yet have had no luck. I have several ideas for products, but some are time sensitive. This one in particular is especially time-sensitive, so I am forced to give it away or just not see it come to fruition.

Hackers Help! Post your reason for getting the idea, and I will select the best one tomorrow morning. Thanks a lot. This is a great idea that I would hate to see die.

Re: I'm giving away my startup idea to a deserving Haxor

#2

Post by rms » Fri, Mar 14, 2008, 6:06 PM UTC

I'm curious?

Re: I'm giving away my startup idea to a deserving Haxor

#3

Post by [deleted] » Fri, Mar 14, 2008, 6:06 PM UTC

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#4

Post by poppysan » Fri, Mar 14, 2008, 6:07 PM UTC

rms wrote: post #2

I'm curious?

I really think I have something here. I just want to make sure it gets in the right hands.

Re: I'm giving away my startup idea to a deserving Haxor

#5

Post by hoffmabc » Fri, Mar 14, 2008, 6:10 PM UTC

I want to remind everyone that ideas aren't necessarily worth anything by themselves unless you have a team or person to build and implement that idea properly. Most smart VCs won't even listen to your idea if they have to sign a NDA first.

Re: I'm giving away my startup idea to a deserving Haxor

#6

Post by djhyjak » Fri, Mar 14, 2008, 6:11 PM UTC

who doesn't love a great idea.

Re: I'm giving away my startup idea to a deserving Haxor

#7

Post by poppysan » Fri, Mar 14, 2008, 6:13 PM UTC

hoffmabc wrote: post #5

I want to remind everyone that ideas aren't necessarily worth anything by themselves unless you have a team or person to build and implement that idea properly. Most smart VCs won't even listen to your idea if they have to sign a NDA first.

My point exactly. I don't have the necessary capabilities to produce this idea, so instead of watching it die, I am giving it away. Also, I expect to be flamed. People might criticize, but who cares. I would rather see it be persued than never happen.

Re: I'm giving away my startup idea to a deserving Haxor

#8

Post by icey » Fri, Mar 14, 2008, 6:22 PM UTC

I think you should just release the idea here. I think releasing it to a single person is going to severely limit the chances of it becoming a real thing. If it's a good (or great) idea, multiple people might be interested in building something based on your idea.

Re: I'm giving away my startup idea to a deserving Haxor

#9

Post by poppysan » Fri, Mar 14, 2008, 6:26 PM UTC

icey wrote: post #8

I think you should just release the idea here. I think releasing it to a single person is going to severely limit the chances of it becoming a real thing. If it's a good (or great) idea, multiple people might be interested in building something based on your idea.

Good idea. I'm a bit hesitant now because if the idea sucks I will look like an idiot. But hey, good idea!

Re: I'm giving away my startup idea to a deserving Haxor

#10

Post by swombat » Fri, Mar 14, 2008, 6:28 PM UTC

Just release it already!!! Stop procrastinating :-) It's probably crap anyway :-) The longer the build-up, the harsher the come-down!