Looking for a little wisdom from the ycom crowd. I'm just getting started on a little idea that's going to be my first foray into the web startup world.<p>I'd love to hear any/all advice you have for me as I get started.<p>Backstory: I've been in the web world as an executive-type for several years, but never started my own company. I'm not a developer or designer, I just have an idea and a really clear roadmap for what I want to see happen.<p>Would love to hear your thoughts.
The question is a bit vague but I would be ready for the following:<p>- Your road map may appear clear now but expect to pivot
- Don't believe all the hype with your first success, keep working hard
- Marketing and standing out in the crowd is difficult
- Start building relationships now with influencers who you'd like to engage later<p>Without more on actually what you need advice on is tough but all I can say is be ready for highs and lows and try keep plugging away.<p>Best of Luck
"have an idea and a really clear roadmap"
Then whats the question?
Do you have a developer and a designer with whom you are working?
If you want to get a general idea of startups read PG's Essays.<p><a href="http://www.paulgraham.com/articles.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.paulgraham.com/articles.html</a>
Don't believe all the advice you hear. Some of it contradicts itself, and not all of it will work for you. Use your best judgment and keep your goals in mind.