What is the first step you take when you get an idea?

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Coming up with an idea is the easy part. The real challenge lies in actually making it happen. What steps can one follow in this regard?

James Bond · Accepted Answer

@smanna That is good.

Farhan Shakoor · Answer

Get some motivation.

DCodes · Answer

@tony_buck Great comment. I also ask: "Would someone actually use this?"

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Suvojit Manna · Answer

Write that thing down ! Refine and add points to it over time.

James Bond · Answer

@luka_vasic The best way to keep up with things is to write them down immediately.

James Bond · Answer

@maksha_riaz1 Selecting a good team is again a tough job.

James Bond · Answer

@tony_buck You are right.

James Bond · Answer

@farhan_shakoor Thanks for the suggestion.

James Bond · Answer

@jreynoldsdev Again I would say that the proper way to keep up with things is to write them down immediately.

James Bond · Answer

@aleksdahlberg People's feedback and suggestion really help you out in refining your idea.

James Bond · Answer

@jemmielennister Thanks for your participation.

Luka Vasic · Answer

First I write it somewhere to not lose it, in notes or Notion. I usually write up everything related to the idea too. If I can't make it happen now I let it sit for a day or two and come back to it. Now I cleared my head from it got new inspiration and set focus time to work on it. Most of my work is writing so I just start writing anything that comes to mind, rewrite... not worrying about formating as I do the finishing touches at the end.

Maksha Riaz · Answer

Determine which skill sets will be most vital in making your idea a reality as you sketch out your concept. Do you require the services of a developer to create a technical platform? A co-founder who is well-versed in the industry? Then consider who you know who could be able to assist you in forming your team.

Tony Buck · Answer

Analyzing the market is the first step in confirming your idea is viable. Research the marketplace and ponder the following two questions: "Why hasn't this been done before?" and "Why can I do it more effectively?"

Jake Reynolds · Answer

I write it down, because I'll absolutely forget it otherwise. And then I build it! At least a half functional working version... I'm a very tactile learner and without being able to interact with my idea I can't tell if it has potential or not

What is the first step you take when you get an idea?

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