Early startup traction creates false confidence before product-market fit
Founders often misinterpret initial traction signals as validation of product-market fit, leading to premature scaling decisions. The dangerous gap between early enthusiasm and sustainable demand is a well-known but poorly navigated startup trap. This is a discussion/observation rather than an actionable market problem.
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