startup-ideation

Generate and evaluate startup ideas using Paul Graham's YC methodology.

Updated Jan 13, 2026

Search Tags:#ideation #startup #idea evaluation #problem discovery #YC methodology #founder coaching #schlep blindness

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npx skills add https://github.com/cpalumbo/cinzia-claude --skill startup-ideation

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: startup-ideation
Source: https://github.com/cpalumbo/cinzia-claude/tree/main/.claude/skills/startup-evaluator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cpalumbo/cinzia-claude --skill startup-ideation

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps founders capture and organize organic startup ideas by applying YC's Paul Graham methodology, reducing mental blocks and boosting actionable ideation.

Core Features & Use Cases

Guided ideation: identify problems you already notice in your day-to-day work and turn them into startups.
Structured evaluation: apply the Three Criteria, Well Test, and red flags to filter ideas early.
Session workflow: follow an ideation-session framework with problem mining, schlep discovery, and idea filtering.
Reference-driven: leverage references like ideation-session.md, evaluation-checklist.md, and key-questions.md to deepen exploration.

Quick Start

Provide your background, context, and constraints to begin a guided ideation session with the startup-ideation skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about startup-ideation

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I generate organic startup ideas using YC methodology?▼

To generate organic startup ideas using YC methodology, you provide your background and constraints to initiate a guided session. The workflow applies Paul Graham's principles, utilizing problem mining and schlep discovery to uncover ideas you already notice in your day-to-day work.

What is schlep blindness in startup problem discovery?▼

Schlep blindness in startup problem discovery is the tendency of founders to avoid annoying, tedious problems. The ideation session framework specifically includes schlep discovery to help you overcome this bias and identify painful problems worth solving.

How do I evaluate startup ideas during brainstorming?▼

To evaluate startup ideas during brainstorming, you apply a structured evaluation checklist featuring the Three Criteria and the Well Test. This framework helps filter ideas early by identifying red flags before you commit further resources.

Can I use this guided ideation framework without external tools?▼

Yes, you can use this guided ideation framework without external tools. It requires no dependencies and relies entirely on structured prompts and reference files like ideation-session.md and key-questions.md to guide the founder coaching workflow.

What are the limitations of using structured prompts for startup idea evaluation?▼

The limitation of using structured prompts for startup idea evaluation is that the framework cannot replace real-world customer validation. It relies on your personal context and basic reference files to filter ideas, meaning it only provides theoretical evaluation rather than market-tested feedback.