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Commerce · May 29, 2012

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My Weekend Project - Am I Crazy?

I created https://foundermeals.com as a weekend project, and as part of an internal competition we do at http://www.freshform.com I love the concept, and I'll be ecstatic if the project is funded and can move forward. But I'm curious if I'm focusing too much on my own insane hunt to find the simplest way to cook, or if that appeals to others. Most people I've told about this respond with, "You're kinda analytical, huh?" or "You think people would pay for that?" or even "...." The thing is, I'm not trying to sell recipes, I'm trying to sell convenience, and I'm not sure I've communicated that…

My Weekend Project - Am I Crazy? launched on May 29, 2012 with 14 votes, #79 of 435 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was not reachable when checked in September 2026.

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Founder Meals is a service that helps people find simple cooking solutions, focusing on convenience rather than complex recipes. Created as a weekend project, it targets individuals who want to streamline their meal preparation process. The product emphasizes ease and accessibility in cooking, though the creator acknowledges uncertainty about whether the value proposition clearly resonates with potential customers beyond their own cooking habits and preferences.

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I created https://foundermeals.com as a weekend project, and as part of an internal competition we do at http://www.freshform.com I love the concept, and I'll be ecstatic if the project is funded and can move forward. But I'm curious if I'm focusing too much on my own insane hunt to find the simplest way to cook, or…

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