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Moustafa Dandachli shares valuable knowledge on the fundamentals of starting a business. This PPT covers the essential steps, challenges, and strategies that can help new entrepreneurs avoid pitfalls and build a strong foundation.
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Key Points to Know Before Starting a Startup Essential insights from successful founders and industry experts(Moustafa Dandachli) to guide your entrepreneurial journey from idea to scale.
Launch Fast, Learn Faster YCombinator'sGoldenRule LearnThroughAction Build Quantum Utility Launch a product ASAP, even if imperfect. Early customer feedback beats waiting for the "perfect" product Airbnb photographed listings to improve quality and understand user needs for unscalable but crucial. founders personally Focus on creating a "quantum of utility" that solves real customer problems immediately, not eventually. Speed to market trumps perfection. Your first version teaches you what your final version should become.
Master the 4 P's of Startup Success Product Solve a specific customer problem with unique value proposition that competitors can't easily replicate. Place Choosethe right channels to reach your target market effectively and cost-efficiently. Price Set competitive pricing that ensures profitability while achieving strong product-market fit. Promotion Use targeted marketing strategies to build awareness, trust, and sustainable customer acquisition. These interrelated elements form the strategic foundation of your startup's growth engine and long-term success.
Prepare to Scale 4 But Don't Rush It 01 02 AlignYourTeam ConfirmProduct-MarketFit Get your team, investors, and board aligned on clear, measurable growth goals before attempting to scale operations. Validate fit with solid customer retention metrics, repeat purchases, and organic word- of-mouth growth signals. 03 Build Strategic Consensus Establish consensus on yourmission, values, and growth plan to prevent costly internal conflicts during scaling. Warning: Premature scaling wastes precious resources and significantly increases your risk of failure. Timing is everything.
Adopt the 10X Mindset & Take Massive Action 10XGoals Set goals 10 times bigger than you think possible.Push beyond conventional thinking limits. Daily Discipline Show upeveryday,embrace discipline, and tackle uncomfortable tasks relentlessly. Market Domination Dominate your market instead of just competing. Think monopoly, not participation. "Success comes from massive, persistent effort, not excuses. Keep pushing forward when others quit."
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