Why most MVP strategies fail (and what works instead)

Most MVP strategies fail because they focus on building the wrong thing. Here's what I learned from 12+ product launches:

Common MVP Mistakes:

1. Building features instead of solving problems
2. Skipping user research
3. Over-engineering the solution
4. Ignoring business metrics

What Works Instead:

1. Start with problem validation
2. Build the smallest thing that delivers value
3. Measure real user behavior
4. Iterate based on data, not opinions

Your MVP should be the minimum viable solution that users will actually pay for, not the minimum viable product you can build.