Most startups fail not because of funding but because they build the wrong product. An MVP (Minimum Viable Product) helps you validate demand, test assumptions, and attract early users without burning through your runway. But building one the wrong way can cost you time, money, and traction.

This blog gives early-stage founders a practical 10-step checklist to launch a successful MVP. From defining core features to gathering user feedback, it shows you how to build smart, save costs, and impress investors with real traction, without the trial-and-error most startups go through.