🚀 5 ChatGPT Prompts That Can Help You Crack Unique Startup Ideas!💡
- MediaFx
- Aug 16
- 2 min read
TL;DR:Forbes recently shared some cool prompts to help folks use ChatGPT to come up with startup ideas. From vertical farming to blockchain in travel, the focus is on future-facing, practical sectors. But we didn’t stop there—we added some smart Indian-style tweaks to make these prompts useful for desi entrepreneurs. Wanna start a business? This guide might just give you the spark!
🔍 What Forbes Suggested
The Forbes article dropped 5 prompts, but here are two major ones that really stood out:
"What business opportunities could come from advances in vertical farming technology?"With water shortage and shrinking farmlands, this one’s gold. Urban-focused vertical farming or hydroponic kits could be huge in cities like Hyderabad or Vizag. The #AgriTech space is heating up, and this could help young farmers and urban growers.
"How could startups use blockchain in the travel industry?"Think secure bookings, fraud-free travel insurance, and decentralized reviews. It's a great way for tech-minded youth to get into the #TravelTech scene.
🎯 How to Make ChatGPT Work for You
Here’s how you can tweak these prompts for better, more practical results:
1. Ask for Variety
Instead of just “Give me a startup idea,” go for:➡️ “Give me 10 startup ideas for low-income urban youth in India using AI.”You’ll get different ideas covering education, finance, transport, and more.
2. Role Play for Real Use
Prompt: “You are a college student in rural Telangana. What business would you want?”This helps uncover real-life problems and solutions that can actually work.
3. Stress Test Your Idea
Once ChatGPT gives you an idea, follow up with:➡️ “Tell me all the reasons why this idea could fail.”Now you’ve got both strengths and weaknesses upfront.
4. Go Step-by-Step (Chain-of-Thought)
Prompt: “Explain step-by-step how a startup offering AI-powered coaching for competitive exams could succeed in India.”This forces deeper, realistic planning instead of generic fluff.
5. Add Local Filters
Want ideas that work in your area or budget? Be specific: “Startup ideas for under ₹1 lakh in Andhra Pradesh using mobile tech.”You’ll get ideas like mobile kiosks, repair services, or hyperlocal delivery models.
🧠 Expert Tips from Real Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs like Simon Squibb say one thing loud and clear:Execution matters more than the idea.It’s not about finding some magical idea. It’s about focusing, showing up daily, and solving real problems for real people.
Also, research says AI can sometimes repeat the same kind of ideas. To avoid that, add prompts like:➡️ “Make this more creative.”➡️ “Add a twist from the fashion industry.”
That way, your ideas become unique.
✍️ MediaFx Take: Build for the People, Not Just for Profit
Most startups today chase investors and big profits. But what about workers, students, farmers, and people in small towns? Why not create startups that solve their problems?
Imagine:
A ₹50 phone app to teach math in Telugu
WhatsApp bots to help migrant workers find work
Solar-powered mobile charging stations in rural areas
These are the kind of ideas that change lives—not just balance sheets.
From the people's angle, we believe the best startups aren’t the flashiest—they’re the ones that serve the ones left out.
📣 What About You?
Tried using ChatGPT for idea generation? Share your wildest, smartest, or funniest idea in the comments. You never know who’s reading—you might just meet your future co-founder here.
