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MonDive#29: Use AI to Find and Valiadate Business Ideas

MonDive#29: Use AI to Find and Valiadate Business Ideas

Go from zero idea to a Business Lead and a real landing page using AI and real user demand

January 12, 2026

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Today in MonDive, we’re breaking down a simple framework that uses ChatGPT + real internet data to turn any idea into a validated business model.

To show how it works, we’ll go from zero idea to a live business website, using this exact process so you can build one for your own idea.

Alright, let’s dive into building a business idea the smart way.

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🧠 Why This Matters

Most people don’t struggle to build — they struggle to find the right idea.

Brainstorming, trend-hopping, and copying competitors waste time and lead to products nobody wants. The Gold Mining Framework replaces guessing with real demand by pulling problems straight from Google searches and Reddit conversations.

Instead of asking “What should I build?”, this method shows you what people are already asking for in their own words.

No coding.
No copywriting.
No expensive research tools.

In under an hour, you can go from zero idea → validated problem → real business angle → live landing page.

Pick a Market & Expand It with ChatGPT

Instead of starting with an idea, start with a market.

To reduce risk, choose one of the three markets people always spend money in:

Health
Wealth
Relationships

Pick one that:

you’re curious about, or
you have some experience in, or
simply sounds interesting enough to explore

Now open ChatGPT and use it to expand that market into micro-niches.

Prompt to use in ChatGPT :

Your mission:
You are a business strategy and market segmentation expert tasked with generating a list of markets, categories, niches or subniches across three core markets: Health, Wealth, and Relationships. For each core market, you will identify relevant subcategories and break them down into detailed sub-niches.
How to respond based on the user's prompt
If the user asks for random ideas, generate  potential categories, subcategories, niches and sub-niches across all three markets (Health, Wealth, and Relationships).

If the user asks you to focus on a specific subcategory, ONLY generate the submarkets under that subcategory within its corresponding core market.

For example:

If the user asks you to focus on "alternative medicine", Start with "alternative medicine" (subcategory within the Health market) as the first step in the hierarchy of your ouput and only provide subcategories underneath this one. Do not mention Wealth or Relationships in this case.
Output format
Your output will contain only the answer, nothing before, nothing after. 
The output should follow this structure:

{

- [Core Market]

 - [Category] (as many as you can)

   - [Subcategory] (as many as you can)

     - [Niche] (as many as you can)

       - [Sub-Niche] (as many as you can)

}
Important rules
The categories must be based on the core markets Health, Wealth, and Relationships.

If a specific area of focus is requested by the user (e.g., alternative medicine), ONLY provide subcategories and niches underneath it

Always provide as many potential categories, subcategories, niches and sub-niches as you can

Avoid overlap between categories, subcategories, niches and sub-niches; each should be unique to its sub-niche.


Next steps
Ask the user to provide the market segment they want to explore and wait for the answer

ChatGPT will generate a structured breakdown like this — starting from a broad market and expanding it into categories, niches, and micro-niches.

pick a sub-niche that genuinely interests you and has clear profit potential (people actively searching, asking for help, or paying for solutions).

You don’t need to overthink it.
Curiosity + demand is enough to move forward.

Example:
From the Relationships market, I chose Co-Parenting — a niche with strong emotional pain points, ongoing demand, and clear willingness to pay.

Mine Real Pain Points From Reddit

Once you’ve picked your micro-niche (I chose Co-Parenting from the Relationships category), the next step is to find where people are expressing real struggles in their own words.

Reddit is one of the richest places on the internet for unfiltered, emotional, first-person pain points — and that’s gold for building products people actually want.

How to Find the Best Reddit Threads

In Google, use this search template to uncover the most relevant posts where people talk about real problems:

“{Market to explore}" (

   site:reddit.com 

   inurl:comments|inurl:thread 

   | intext:"I think"|"I feel"|"I was"|"I have been"|"I experienced"|"my experience"|"in my opinion"|"IMO"|

   "my biggest struggle"|"my biggest fear"|"I found that"|"I learned"|"I realized"|"my advice"|

   "struggles"|"problems"|"issues"|"challenge"|"difficulties"|"hardships"|"pain point"|

   "barriers"|"obstacles"|"concerns"|"frustrations"|"worries"|"hesitations"|"what I wish I knew"|"what I regret"

)

Replace {Market to explore} with your niche (for me: co-parenting).

This tells Google to show Reddit threads where people are:

sharing personal experiences
describing pain, hurdles, regrets, advice, struggles, or fears
in long-form conversations

Gather Data From Reddit & Analyze It with ChatGPT

Find Reddit threads that are clearly related to your chosen category.
For this tutorial, I’m continuing with Co-Parenting.

Open the Reddit threads you found earlier
Choose posts with:
- detailed personal experiences
- emotional language
- real frustrations or struggles
Copy:
- the main post
- the most relevant comments

After copying the Reddit data, paste the prompt below into ChatGPT, then paste your Reddit posts under it.

Paste This Prompt Into ChatGPT :

Context
I'm analyzing Reddit conversations to identify common pain points and problems within a specific market. By extracting authentic user language from Reddit threads, I aim to understand the exact problems potential customers are experiencing in their own words. This analysis will help me identify market gaps and opportunities for creating solutions that address real user needs. The extracted insights will serve as the foundation for product development and marketing messages that speak directly to the target audience using language that resonates with them.
Your Role
You are an expert Market Research Analyst specializing in analyzing conversational data to identify pain points, frustrations, and unmet needs expressed by real users. Your expertise is in distilling lengthy Reddit threads into clear, actionable insights while preserving the authentic language users employ to describe their problems.
Your Mission
Carefully analyze provided Reddit conversations and comments
Identify distinct pain points, problems, and frustrations mentioned by users
Extract and organize these pain points into clear categories
For each pain point, include all direct quotes from users that best illustrate this specific problem
Extract EVERY valuable pain point - thoroughness is crucial
Analysis Criteria
INCLUDE:
Specific problems users are experiencing (e.g., "I've tried 5 different migraine medications and none of them work for more than a few hours")
Frustrations with existing solutions (e.g., "Every budgeting app I've tried forces me to categorize transactions manually which takes hours")
Unmet needs and desires (e.g., "I wish there was a way to automatically track my water intake without having to log it every time")
Workarounds users have created (e.g., "I ended up creating my own spreadsheet because none of the existing tools track both expenses and time")
Specific usage scenarios where problems occur (e.g., "The pain is worst when I've been sitting at my desk for more than 2 hours")
Emotional impact of problems (e.g., "The constant back pain has made it impossible to play with my kids, which is devastating")
DO NOT INCLUDE:
General discussion not related to problems or pain points
Simple questions asking for advice without describing a problem
Generic complaints without specific details
Positive experiences or success stories (unless they contrast with a problem)
Discussions about news, politics, or other topics unrelated to personal experiences
Output Format
Pain Point Analysis Summary: Begin with a brief overview of the major pain points identified across the data
Categorized Pain Points: Organize findings into clear thematic categories (e.g., "Problems with Existing Solutions", "Physical Symptoms", "Emotional Challenges")
For each pain point:
Create a clear, descriptive heading that captures the essence of the pain point
Provide a brief 1-2 sentence summary of the pain point
List 3-5 direct user quotes that best illustrate this pain point
Include a note on the apparent frequency/intensity of this pain point across the data
Priority Ranking: Conclude with a ranked list of pain points based on:
Frequency (how often mentioned)
Intensity (emotional language, urgency)
Specificity (detailed vs. vague)
Potential solvability (could a product or service address this?)
Examples
Good Pain Point Extraction:

{
Users struggle to find ergonomic desk setups that fit in apartments or small rooms while remaining affordable.
"I've measured every corner of my 450 sq ft apartment and can't find a standing desk that would fit without blocking my only window."
"Spent $300 on a 'compact' desk that still takes up half my bedroom and wobbles whenever I type."
"Living in a tiny NYC apartment means choosing between a proper desk setup or having space to walk around. Currently using my kitchen counter which is killing my back."
"Every ergonomic chair I've found is massive and designed for spacious offices, not tiny home workspaces."
Frequency/Intensity: High frequency (mentioned in ~40% of comments), with intense frustration expressed through language like "impossible," "nightmare," and "giving up."
Output Instructions
First, scan the entire Reddit data to identify recurring themes and pain points
Create relevant category headers based on these pain points
Extract ONLY specific problems, frustrations, and unmet needs
For each pain point, include the most illustrative direct quotes from users
Extract EVERY SINGLE valuable pain point that matches the criteria
Preserve the EXACT original language - no modifications to user text
Rank the pain points based on apparent importance to users
If a potential solution is frequently mentioned or requested, note this in your analysis
Paste your Reddit data below:

ChatGPT will generate a clear, structured output showing:

the main pain points in your niche
grouped problem categories
exact wording used by real people

That output becomes the input for the next step.

Generate a Clear Business Idea

Once ChatGPT has extracted and organized the pain points, the next move is to turn those problems into exact business ideas.

Stay in the same ChatGPT conversation.

After that, copy and paste the prompt below into ChatGPT to generate well-thought-out business opportunities based on the pain points you just identified.

Paste This Prompt Into ChatGPT :

Context
I've identified specific pain points within a market through research and customer feedback. Now I need to generate potential business solutions that address these pain points while creating unique value. Rather than rushing to an obvious solution, I want to systematically explore different approaches to solving these problems in ways that could stand out in the market. The goal is to discover opportunities others might miss by considering various dimensions of differentiation and value creation.
Your Role
You are an expert Business Opportunity Strategist who specializes in identifying creative approaches to solving market problems. Your expertise is in seeing gaps between what exists and what people truly need, and developing multiple strategic paths to address these gaps while creating sustainable competitive advantages.
Your Mission
Analyze the provided market pain points
Generate potential solutions using multiple strategic frameworks
Consider both capturing existing demand and creating new demand
Evaluate each solution for its potential to be "best in its category"
Identify unique angles and differentiators for each solution
Present a comprehensive yet practical set of business opportunities
Solution Frameworks to Apply
1. Market Segmentation Framework
Identify underserved sub-niches within the broader market
Consider demographic, psychographic, or behavioral segments
Explore solutions specifically optimized for these segments
2. Product Differentiation Framework
Consider premium versions of existing solutions
Explore streamlined/simplified versions focused on core needs
Identify potential for specialized features or capabilities
3. Business Model Innovation Framework
Explore subscription vs. one-time purchase models
Consider freemium, marketplace, or platform approaches
Identify potential for service-based extensions to products
4. Distribution & Marketing Framework
Identify underutilized acquisition channels
Consider community-based or content-driven approaches
Explore partnership or integration opportunities
5. New Paradigm Framework
Consider applications of emerging technologies
Identify relevant new trends, regulations, or data sources
Explore potential for creating entirely new categories
Output Format
Executive Summary: Brief overview of the identified market opportunity and key solution themes
For each framework, provide:
2-3 specific solution concepts
Key differentiators for each concept
Target audience specifics
Potential challenges to overcome
"Best in the world" potential assessment
For each solution concept, include:
Clear descriptive name
2-3 sentence explanation
Key features or components
Primary value proposition
Potential business model
How it specifically addresses identified pain points
Opportunity Assessment: Conclude with a ranked evaluation of the top 3 solutions based on:
Market size and growth potential
Competitive advantage sustainability
Implementation feasibility
Potential for category dominance ("best in the world" potential)
Examples
Good Solution Generation:
Market Gap: Difficulty finding comfortable work-from-home furniture for small spaces

Segmentation Approach Solution: Urban Apartment Workspace System

A modular, wall-mounted workstation designed specifically for apartments under 600 sq ft
Features fold-away components, integrated cable management, and customizable configurations
Target audience: Urban professionals in high-cost cities with minimal space
Business model: Direct-to-consumer with professional installation option
Differentiator: The only ergonomic system designed exclusively for micro-apartments, with every component optimized for minimal footprint

Business Model Innovation Solution: Nomad Desk Subscription

Monthly subscription service providing high-quality, compact desks with free exchanges
Allows users to upgrade, downsize, or change styles as their living situation changes
Target audience: Young professionals who move frequently or want flexibility
Business model: Recurring revenue with asset utilization optimization
Differentiator: Eliminates the risk of investing in furniture that might not fit future spaces
Output Instructions
Begin by reviewing the pain points to understand the core market needs
Apply each framework systematically to generate diverse solution approaches
For each solution, clearly articulate how it addresses the specific pain points
Evaluate each solution for its potential to be "best in its category" in some way
Generate solutions across different price points and complexity levels
Ensure solutions span both immediate tactical opportunities and longer-term strategic plays
Prioritize practical, implementable ideas over theoretical concepts

After running the prompt, ChatGPT will generate multiple business ideas based on the category and pain points you provided.

Review the list and pick one idea that feels:

specific
valuable
and most likely to perform well in the market

Don’t overthink it — choose the idea you believe has the best chance to win.

Once you’ve selected your idea, we’ll use it to create the landing page in the next step.

Generate the Landing Page Prompt

Now that you’ve chosen one business idea, the next step is to turn that idea into a landing page without writing copy yourself.

After choosing your business idea, copy it and paste it into ChatGPT together with the prompt below:

This is the business idea I want to go for:
[PASTE YOUR CHOSEN BUSINESS IDEA HERE]
Next AI Prompt: Generate a Lovable Prompt for a Landing Page
Your new mission
From all the information in the conversation above, your new mission is to generate the best possible Lovable.dev prompt for creating a high-converting landing page.

This landing page must perfectly reflect the customer's pain points, language, and motivations, using the Before-After-Bridge (BAB) copywriting framework. It must also follow Lovable's best practices for structured prompts to ensure a clean, functional, and visually appealing landing page.

Your role is both an expert copywriter and a Lovable.dev landing page creation expert.


Think step by step
Summarize the key pain points, motivations, and desires expressed in the conversation.
Extract the best possible customer wording from the AI-generated business insights to maintain authenticity.
Craft a landing page structure that follows Lovable’s best UI/UX practices and adheres to conversion best practices.
Generate the perfect Lovable.dev prompt, ensuring the AI produces not only great copy but also an effective design.


Landing Page Structure (Follow this format in the Lovable Prompt)
1️⃣ Above the Fold (First Section)
This is the first thing the visitor sees when landing on the page. It must be immediately clear what the product is, who it’s for, and why it matters.

Headline: (Use customer’s exact wording when possible)
Can be one of these:
A short, direct statement of what the product does
A powerful question that resonates with the visitor’s pain
A vision of the desired outcome
Subheadline: Clarifies the offer in simple words, mentioning:
Who it’s for
What problem it solves
How it’s different or easier than other solutions
Bullet Points: 3-5 benefits of the product (each backed by a feature).
Call to Action (CTA): Simple, action-driven button text.


2️⃣ Current Pain (The "Before")
This section vividly describes the visitor’s current struggles, making them feel seen and understood.

Title: A question or statement that instantly connects with the visitor’s situation.
3 Pain Points: Short paragraphs painting scenes of frustration (use customer wording!).
Belief Deconstruction: Breaks the visitor’s false assumptions about the problem (e.g., why past solutions haven’t worked).


3️⃣ Desired Outcome (The "After")
Now, shift the focus to what life looks like once the problem is solved.

Title: A call to imagine their transformed life.
3 Outcome Blocks: Short descriptions of the new reality, linked to emotions.
New Paradigm Introduction: Introduce a new way to solve the problem—setting up the product as the breakthrough.


4️⃣ Introducing the Product
Now, finally introduce the offer.

Product Name + Short Description
3-Step Process: If applicable, outline how it works in 3 simple steps.
Message from the Founder: A personal statement to humanize the product.
Final CTA Block: Last push to get the visitor to take action (with urgency).


Lovable.dev Best Practices (Incorporate These in the Lovable Prompt!)
Be extremely clear in the request (no vague instructions like "make a good landing page").
Specify structure upfront (above-the-fold, pain points, solution, CTA, etc.).
Ensure strong CTA placement (e.g., after key sections).
Specify a clean, conversion-optimized design (modern UI, clear typography, mobile-friendly layout).
Use Lovable’s integrations wisely (e.g., include a contact form, email collection, Stripe for payments if relevant).


Now, Generate the Lovable.dev Prompt
Now, based on all the insights gathered, write a Lovable.dev prompt that will generate a full landing page that follows the structure above, using the customer’s own words wherever possible.

The Lovable prompt must:

Clearly instruct Lovable to create a landing page.
Include all the required sections and design instructions.
Use the customer’s own wording for headlines, pain points, and outcomes.
Ensure mobile responsiveness and a professional aesthetic.

Output:
A full Lovable.dev prompt that the user can copy and paste into Lovable to generate a fully functional, high-converting landing page.


Final Step
Once the Lovable.dev prompt is generated, review it to ensure:
✅ It includes clear instructions for layout & design.
✅ It follows conversion copywriting principles.
✅ It uses real customer insights from the previous conversation.
✅ It’s structured for Lovable to execute flawlessly.

Now, generate the best possible Lovable.dev prompt! 🚀

After this, ChatGPT will output one complete Lovable prompt.

Greate the Landing Page in Lovable

Now take the Lovable prompt that ChatGPT generated for you and head over to Lovable

Paste the prompt, run it, and Lovable will instantly turn your idea into a full landing page — the kind you saw above. The headline, structure, messaging, and flow are all created automatically based on the real pain points and business idea you chose earlier.

Final Result

This is what the process produces.

Using ChatGPT to find real pain points and Lovable to execute, we turned a single idea into a complete, polished landing page messaging, structure, visuals, and flow included.

This example ended up as TransitionGuardian, but that’s just one outcome.

You can follow the exact same steps with your own idea, your own niche, and your own audience — and generate a landing page like this in minutes.

Same framework.
Your idea.
Real results.

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