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I’m building an AI lab instead of one SaaS here’s why (and what I’ve learned so far)

Most advice says: pick one problem, build one SaaS, focus hard.

I decided to try something different.

Instead of betting everything on one big product, I’m building an AI lab — a collection of small, focused tools that solve real problems (hiring, tax, scam detection, testing, automation).

Why?
• Faster shipping
• Real user feedback per tool
• Less attachment to bad ideas
• Clear signals on what’s worth scaling

Some tools will evolve into standalone products.
Most will be killed quickly — by design.

So far, the hardest part isn’t building.
It’s deciding when to double down vs move on.

I’m sharing this to learn from others:
Have you tried something similar?
What helped you decide which product deserved full focus?

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