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Every startup begins with an idea, but execution determines survival. The biggest mistake founders make isn’t about funding or technology—it’s building without talking to customers. Without real conversations, you’re guessing. And in startups, guessing is expensive. Listening to your customers early can save time, money, and even your company’s future.
Josh Billington