I have an idea for a new website which I think may be promising, but before I invest, I'd like to get some feedback. However, even though I believe the idea is strongly protected in several ways, I'm hesitant to reveal it. Is my caution called for, or should I relax?
Unless it is something that will take a typical person less than 1 hour to create, I wouldn't worry about it. 90% of people lack the motivation to get off their ass for their own ideas, much less someone elses.
I'd be careful what you disclose on open forums such as this. Folks are always prowling for new ideas... and you might just invite competition into your new niche that would not have been there before if you say too much online. Lose that competitive advantage of being the first out the gate. Just my thoughts.
I agree, but I would say more than an hour. If I see a good idea that would take me a day to develop I would probably do it. In fact, if you can make money someone will take the time to copy it. Better not tell anybody. If you need feedback be vague about it as much as possible. FFMG
So you come to a forum for good quality feedback on a business idea? But anyways, if you really want/need some feedback, better vague than nothing at all. FFMG
Thanks, everyone. I'm going to keep it to myself for the time being, because I don't need immediate feedback. But I may mention some aspects of it at a later time. Appreciate your help.
Just don't expose your idea in to much details, and you'll be pretty safe. I don't think any experienced programmers would drop everything they have in their hands just to copy someone elses ideas..
A forum is the last place I would go to get good quality feedback. I just thought your response was funny. Jim
Lol, I do agree somewhat with that. Even if someone does steal you idea they would still need to out-market you.