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Your idea of a golf site map that introduces golf sites around the city and lists service details falls into the 'Minimal Signal' category. This means that based on our analysis, there isn't a lot of evidence of market demand for this type of product. We found only one similar product, suggesting it's a niche market or the problem you're solving isn't pressing enough for most people. There is also no engagement for similar products. This implies you will need to do some work to prove there's real demand before investing heavily in development. It doesn't mean the idea is bad, just that you need to validate it thoroughly.

Recommendations

1. Start by identifying online communities where golfers gather (forums, social media groups). Share your idea, mockup, or a landing page describing the service, and gauge their interest. Ask them about their current methods for finding and comparing golf sites, and what information they find most valuable.
2. Offer to manually curate a list of golf sites in your city for a few potential customers. This hands-on approach will help you understand their specific needs and preferences, and refine your service details accordingly. This also validates that people value your service enough to use it, even in its most basic form.
3. Create a short explainer video showcasing the key features and benefits of your golf site map. Focus on how it simplifies the process of finding and comparing golf sites. Measure how many people watch the video fully, as this indicates their level of interest.
4. Implement a waiting list on your landing page and ask for a small, refundable deposit to join. This is a strong indicator of willingness to pay and helps you validate demand early on. Mention that the deposit will be used to help you accelerate the development.
5. Set a deadline for your initial validation efforts. If you can't find at least 5 genuinely interested people within 3 weeks, reconsider the idea or significantly pivot your approach. It's important to be realistic about the market demand and avoid investing too much time and resources into an unproven concept.
6. Consider focusing on a specific niche within the golf community (e.g., beginner golfers, senior golfers, golf travelers) to better target your marketing efforts and tailor your service to their unique needs. Niche products typically find more success in a minimal market

Questions

1. What are the existing solutions golfers use to find and compare golf sites, and what are their pain points with these solutions? How does your idea address these pain points in a unique and compelling way?
2. What specific service details (e.g., pricing, course layout, amenities, reviews) are most important to golfers when choosing a golf site? How will you ensure that your map provides accurate and up-to-date information on these details?
3. How will you monetize your golf site map (e.g., advertising, premium listings, subscription fees)? What is your pricing strategy, and how does it compare to existing golf-related services or apps?