Is it a good idea to share project ideas on the forums??

by akyak
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There are 2 trains of thought on this one I believe.

The first one is that you should play your cards closely and give nothing away. We all know that a good idea is often replicated once released to the public so you could be shooting yourself in the foot.

The second one is that idea's can grow and expand when brainstorming with peers. In this case there are plenty of times where an initial idea has evolved into something far greater than the original nucleus due to sourcing feedback and surveying opinions.

I can see the merits in both, I'm just really keen to hear what everyone else has to say on the subject...
#forums #good #idea #ideas #project #share
  • Profile picture of the author Kay King
    Brainstorming with a couple marketing friends is a good idea - releasing your ideas/projects/niches in detail on a public forum can lead to others quickly copying it if it has good potential.

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  • Profile picture of the author USHwy129
    Originally Posted by akyak View Post

    The first one is that you should play your cards closely and give nothing away.
    In the words of one of the great philosophical giants of our time you got to:

    - know when to hold em
    - know when to fold em
    - know when to walk away
    - know when to run!

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  • Profile picture of the author kayaker
    Always play your cards close to the vest. Ask general questions regarding specific areas of interest and put the pieces together.
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  • Profile picture of the author SteelDanno
    What kayaker said = good.
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  • Profile picture of the author rgenterprise
    too many copycats
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