I feel strongly the same way. That's why I think what you need for a startup is a kernel of idea generation. This kernel is in itself initially an idea, but the

I feel strongly the same way. That's why I think what you need for a startup is a kernel of idea generation. This kernel is in itself initially an idea, but the key function it has is to inspire quality after-ideas. I tend to have an initial idea, analyze it, and try to find some insight in it. If it works this insight, or way of looking at things, becomes an idea catalyst.