Hey everyone, I’m here looking for some advice on what to do next. So, here’s a bit of background: I’m not a tech person but I’ve been working on this idea for a while. Since I don’t have the tech skills or enough money to fully hire an agency, I’ve been trying to find a tech co-founder, but everyone in my circle is more into finance and marketing.
Recently, I found a company that helps you polish your pitch and raise funds. As a uni student, I didn’t have much but I put my 10k into their program because it looked solid with great testimonials and they seemed picky about who they took on. I didn’t find any red flags, so I went for it and shared all my research, ideas, validation, UI/UX, product info, and so on. But then, I discovered they’ve launched a very same startup under a different name. They seemed really into my ideas after a thorough review. Now I’m wondering, is this just a coincidence or a breach of confidentiality? What should I do about this situation with the firm? Also, as a non-technical founder who’s now 10k down, what are my next steps?
It’s a tricky situation, and you might want to talk to a lawyer about the company possibly stealing your idea, if it concerns you. You’ll also want to meet new people outside your usual group, especially in tech, to find a co-founder. Learning a bit of tech yourself could help, and there are plenty of free resources for that. Since funds are low, think about crowdfunding or starting small. Also, try to get advice from experienced entrepreneurs. Hang in there and keep pushing forward! I recommend you to check this article out. https://www.cuppa.so/post/college-degree-vs-real-world-experience-which-matters-more