On: Why do Startups Fear their Idea?

[iliketosleep]

i think they get too caught up in their own ideas and lose touch with the market. the eventual reality check is what they fear. so they avoid it by becoming more immersed in their ideas, hence compounding the problem.

[kranner → iliketosleep]

I hesitate to say it after his recent "I will reveal my methods" fiasco but this reminded me of:

http://maxkle.in/programming-is-a-way-to-procrastinate/

"Max", if you're reading this, weren't you going to give away your methods in August or something?

[calebelston → iliketosleep]

yes