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“Their ego prevents them from creating something that's quote low quality”
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What It Means
Entrepreneur ego often prevents building what customers actually want if it seems low-prestige
Why It Matters
Explains why many well-funded startups fail while simple solutions succeed
When It's True
In consumer products, entertainment, and markets where engagement matters more than prestige
When It's Risky
For B2B products, professional tools, or markets where brand perception drives pricing power
How to Apply
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Test simple solutions first
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Measure engagement over brand perception
3
Study what actually gets used
4
Be willing to build 'embarrassing' products
Example Scenario
“Refusing to build simple but addictive content because it seems low-quality, while competitors win with exactly that approach”