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My 3rd Video is Out: 4 proven strategies to find your next Micro SaaS startup idea:

Published 10 days ago • 1 min read

Hello Reader,

77% of people struggle to find a Micro SaaS idea.

The other 23% don’t know where to start.

I’ve been there—and now, I’m sharing the exact strategies that work.

Imagine you could find ideas by:

  • How to leverage your skills and daily workflow to identify problems worth solving.
  • Where to find pain points in online communities like Reddit, Slack, and Discord.
  • How to combine trends and niches for unique ideas that stand out.
  • How emerging technologies like AI and blockchain are creating new opportunities for Micro SaaS.

Sounds great, right?

These strategies work.

They help you discover unique Micro SaaS ideas.

Start today and find your winning idea.

Now, let’s break it down:

I’m about to share four actionable strategies to help you find your micro SaaS idea.

Here’s what I know about finding the perfect idea:

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Strategy 1: Leverage your skills and daily workflow

Your daily work is a goldmine for ideas. Ask yourself:

  • What repetitive tasks frustrate me?
  • What inefficiencies could I automate?
  • What past projects can help?

Examples:

  • A lightweight alert system for small DevOps teams.
  • A subscription tracker for categorizing expenses.
  • Feedback aggregator.

Strategy 2: Identify pain points in communities

People share their frustrations in online forums and groups every day. Your job? Listen and spot recurring issues.

  • Join forums and groups
  • Engage with a specific niche
  • Listen to complaints and struggles Spot recurring issues.

Examples:

  • A tool to auto-generate contracts for freelancers.
  • A competitor analysis tool for small businesses.

Strategy 3: Follow trends and underserved niches

Track platforms like Product Hunt or Indie Hackers to spot rising trends. Pair this with a niche focus to stand out.

  • Dive into niche markets
  • Keep an eye on popular topics
  • Explore what’s gaining traction

Examples:

  • A discovery platform for hyper-local events.
  • A sugar-tracking app for health-conscious users.

Strategy 4: Explore emerging technologies

Blockchain isn’t just for cryptocurrency. AI and blockchain are opening doors for innovative Micro SaaS solutions.

  • Study new tech developments
  • Experiment with innovative ideas
  • Think about applications in different fields

Examples:

  • AI-powered content creation tools for marketers.
  • Blockchain-based apps for secure data sharing or subscription management.
  • Decentralized invoicing app

🔗 Watch the video now

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By the end of this video, you’ll have actionable techniques and real-world examples to brainstorm your Micro SaaS idea—no guesswork required.

💬 What’s your favorite strategy for finding ideas? Let’s discuss below!

P.S. If you missed my first two videos on Micro SaaS 101 for part-time founders, you can watch them here​

Excited to see what you create,
Vinod

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