Premium Vendor Directories

Sam proposes creating premium vendor directories that provide vetted, curated lists of service providers across different niches. The idea stems from seeing the most common questions in founder communities being "Does anyone know a good [service provider] that can do [specific task]?"

Key Points:

• Business Model:

  • Create niche websites/newsletters for different service categories
  • Charge access fee to view vetted lists
  • Focus on quality through thorough vetting process

• Implementation Process:

  • Interview vendors in the space
  • Interview customers to understand pain points
  • Create highly vetted lists of reliable providers
  • Update regularly with new verified providers

• Example Categories:

  • Long-form copywriters
  • Graphic designers
  • Lawyers
  • Payroll software providers
  • Freelancers for specific tasks

• Value Proposition:

  • Pre-vetted providers
  • Reliable and quick turnaround times
  • Competitive pricing
  • Clear product-market fit solving common founder needs

• Potential Structure:

  • Subscription model ($500/month example for writer's list)
  • Regular updates with new vetted providers
  • Focus on specific niches rather than trying to cover everything

The idea emphasizes solving a clear pain point in the market through careful curation and vetting, with potential to scale across multiple service categories.