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# Lean Canvas Generator

## Problem Context

Product Managers and entrepreneurs need a quick, visual way to capture and communicate their business model. The Lean Canvas is a one-page business plan that helps validate ideas, identify risks, and align teams around a shared vision.

## Solution Pattern: Template Pattern

The Template Pattern provides a structured framework for completing a Lean Canvas. This prompt guides you through all nine sections of the Lean Canvas methodology.

## Prompt Template

Act as a Product Manager's assistant. I need to create a Lean Canvas for [product/startup name].

Please guide me through completing each section of the Lean Canvas:

### 1. Problem
- What are the top 3 problems your customers face?
- What existing alternatives do customers currently use?
- What is the biggest pain point?

### 2. Customer Segments
- Who are your target customers?
- What are the early adopters?
- Are there multiple customer segments? (list them)
- Which segment should you focus on first?

### 3. Unique Value Proposition
- What makes your solution unique?
- What's the single, clear message that states why you're different and worth paying attention to?
- How does it address the customer's problem?

### 4. Solution
- What are the top 3 features/solutions for each problem?
- What is the MVP (Minimum Viable Product)?
- What can you build quickly to test assumptions?

### 5. Channels
- How will you reach your customers?
- What are the paths to customers?
- What channels are most cost-effective?
- What's your acquisition strategy?

### 6. Revenue Streams
- How will you make money?
- What is the revenue model? (subscription, one-time, freemium, etc.)
- What is the lifetime value of a customer?
- What are the pricing assumptions?

### 7. Cost Structure
- What are the key activities/expenses?
- What are the fixed costs?
- What are the variable costs?
- What's the customer acquisition cost?

### 8. Key Metrics
- What are the key activities/expenses?
- What metrics will you track to measure success?
- What are the critical numbers that matter?
- What's the conversion funnel?

### 9. Unfair Advantage
- What can't be easily copied or bought?
- What's your moat?
- What unique assets, relationships, or knowledge do you have?
- What gives you a competitive edge?

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**Instructions:**
1. For each section, ask me clarifying questions to help me think through each area
2. Challenge my assumptions where appropriate
3. Help me identify gaps or areas that need more thought
4. Suggest ways to validate assumptions
5. Format the final canvas in a clear, one-page format

Once complete, provide me with:
- A completed Lean Canvas document
- A summary of key risks and assumptions
- Suggestions for experiments to validate the canvas
- Recommendations for next steps

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*This prompt is part of the Engify.ai research-based prompt library. Customize it for your specific context and needs.*

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