How to Build An MVP | Startup School

In this monologue podcast, the speaker discusses how to build a minimum viable product (MVP) by launching quickly, iterating based on customer feedback, and not getting bogged down in excessive planning or fear of negative feedback. The speaker uses the "Midwhip Meme" to illustrate the importance of launching and learning, and they caution against the misconception of needing a perfect product from the start, referencing Steve Jobs' iterative approach. Examples from Airbnb, Twitch, and Stripe are provided to show how successful companies started with basic, fast-to-build products. The speaker emphasizes targeting customers with urgent needs and advises founders to set deadlines, write down specs, cut unnecessary features, and remain flexible to iterate based on user interactions.