[sandroyong]

If you do not feel strongly about your idea and, more importantly, you do not believe the product is needed by the market, then do not quit your job. Only when you have satisfied these needs, then take the step of deciding whether it is worth the risk to pursue your startup dream...

[amac]

Sound advice. I'm doing exactly what you're saying with my current startup, Lion. The way I'm doing this, via consulting, should help me figure out whether or not this will work out.