I’m trying to build a SaaS in the ecommerce space. It’s been months of thinking, building, doubting, rebuilding… and I’m finally close to an MVP that we can launch.
But the truth is I’m anxious almost all the time.
I come from a middle class family where “startup” isn’t really a thing people understand. There’s no one I can sit with and ask, “Does this even make sense?” or “Am I going in the right direction?”
So most days, it’s just me figuring out GTM, wondering about product market fit, questioning every decision.
I’ve tried reaching out to founders who’ve built in this space. I genuinely just wanted guidance, even a quick conversation. But most responses I got were links to paid consultations 6k to 10k for an hour.
And I get it. Their time is valuable.
But when you’re just starting out, it feels… a little isolating.
What makes it harder is seeing the competition. Seeing startups that tried and failed. It gets in your head.
“What if this doesn’t work?”
“What if I’m missing something obvious?”
“What if I’m just not good enough to pull this off?”
I don’t have answers yet. I’m still figuring it out.
But I do know this, I want to build something real. Something that actually helps people.
So if you’ve been in this place before, or you’re someone who understands this journey I’d really appreciate your perspective.
Even a small piece of advice could go a long way right now.