As a SV/startup outsider, I would really appreciate any help the benevolent members of HN care to offer in figuring out the best next steps in pursuing my goal.<p>I have an idea for a social media app that will help people explore truth together more effectively, which I've been brewing for about 10 years. I have an initial demo now, but there is much more to do. I have thought through many many design issues, so it is not simply a general idea but many specific ones combined.<p>Ideally I would like to work on that app, or a product that fulfills the same goals. It doesn't have to be my own company, but I would like to be able to influence the product direction if I have something useful to add. I would also like to maintain a high level of user focus and intellectual integrity, not sacrificing these just to eek out a little more profit.<p>I applied to YC and wasn't accepted, so now I am trying to figure out my next move. I could:<p>1. Apply to Launchpad LA and other YC alternatives<p>2. Try to get VC funding<p>3. Find a company doing something similar and try to get a job there (Obvious Corp may be doing something similar, but I can't even find contact info, much less get hired. But they seem like great people.)<p>4. Take a job building something else, try to establish credibility in the SV community, and look for future opportunities. Along with this, I could also work on my project on the side, and possibly try to launch small and grow organically.<p>As my idea is novel but possibly unpatentable, I am uneasy about sharing all the details. How much detail must be typically shared to secure funding or incubator acceptance, especially without inside connections?<p>Those of you who made it this far, you are very generous. Thank you in advance for your thoughts, they are much appreciated.