Introduction to Problem Validation
Get clear on what problem validation actually is, why it's different from solution testing, and how to avoid common traps. Learn how to use modern tools and AI to make this process faster, sharper, and more useful, without falling into analysis paralysis.
Lessons
Why problem validation exists
What this course covers (and what it doesn't)
Why validation feels fake
What problem validation really means
How it's different from solution validation
What you can and can't learn from problem validation
Setting validation expectations before you start
Why validation never ends
Why most research fails
How to balance feedback with your vision
Recognizing strong signals in conversations
Behavioral and passive signals that a problem is real
How to write a clear problem statement
Part of Master Problem Validation
Learn how to dig deep into customer problems, validate if your idea truly matters, and avoid wasting time on solutions nobody wants.
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Master Customer Interviews
Learn how to use interviews as a practical tool to find out if the problem you're solving really exists, matters to the right people, and deserves a solution.
Validate with Data
Talking to people is powerful, but numbers help you see the big picture. This module teaches you how to use simple surveys, waitlist data, and basic metrics.
Validation through real user behavior
People talk. But behavior tells the truth. This module teaches you how to run experiments that test whether users act on a problem.
Tools for problem validation
Discover the tools to help you run faster and more effective problem validation. This module walks through the most useful AI tools, no-code survey platforms.
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