Digital Nomad/Coliving - New Idea Validation
Hi all,
I've been reading Aravid Kahl's books around choosing an audience and finding/validating critical problems before proposing a solution.
From my experience as a digital nomad, Coliving has been one of the easiest ways to make friends and connections in a new city. But I've also lived in Colivings where I didn't vibe with the people and had a poor experience.
This took me down the rabbit hole to understand how Coliving owners select and vet prospects before deciding if they're the right cultural fit. Or do they not care much and just need the rooms filled.
I've been contacting Coliving owners on FB for a quick chat but having a hard time getting their attention and real insight out of the exercise. Spoke to a few digital nomads and had lukewarm responses.
Inspiration for this idea came from Courtland's interview with Lynne from Key Values around how Lynne matches engineers with tech companies based on culture fit.
What do you think and any feedback from experienced entrepreneurs around critical problem validation?
Cheers!
Hey Eric!
Just my two cents, it might be that the point of coliving is not having to vet anyone to stay there because diversity and it really just depends on your luck of draw. Same as when going for tour experiences, it just depends on who the property attracts. That might be why you're having a tough time. There are some digital nomad groups which are accept-only but they're more like programs where fit needs to be assessed due to physical considerations etc. I think it's contentious to do that if the primary focus is co-living.
Btw! Need help to validate a new offering by taking a brief survey. If you struggle with moving your favorite travel gear (adventure gear or seasonal gear) between countries, tell us your story. I have the survey link in my profile.