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Men's Group Facilitation Service

For: Professional men 25-45 who want emotional growth but lack peer support systems

Buildability

The Problem

Men lack safe spaces to discuss emotions, shame, and personal challenges, leading to isolation and stunted emotional development that hurts their relationships and careers.

The Solution

Professional facilitation service that helps form and run ongoing men's groups with structured processes for emotional sharing and peer support.

Why Now?

Growing awareness of men's mental health crisis, shift toward emotional intelligence being valued in workplace and relationships, and documented benefits of peer support groups.

Build MVP in 7 Days

Day 1

Create simple website explaining the service

Day 2

Develop basic group structure and facilitation guide

Day 3

Recruit 6-8 men for pilot group through personal network

Day 4

Run first session and gather feedback

Day 5

Set up recurring meeting schedule

How to Validate

Survey men in your network about interest in peer support
Run free pilot groups to test format and demand
Interview therapists about client need for group support
Test willingness to pay through pre-orders for group membership

Revenue Model

Monthly subscription per participant ($100-200/month), corporate wellness contracts, facilitator training programs

Competitive Moat

Network effects as successful groups refer friends, expertise in male-specific emotional development, relationships with referral partners

Risks to Consider

Liability issues with emotional contentDifficulty recruiting consistent participantsCompetition from informal friend groupsStigma around men seeking emotional support