Start with Why - How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action

I definitely recommend the book for anyone feeling like they are getting nowhere in spite of doing so much. It helps you take a step back and redefine. Applying the golden circle rule (Why- the purpose or cause that drives you, How - the process or principle you apply to achieve Why, What - the product or services your offer) brings in a lot of clarity in business and personal choices. The golden circle diagram shows Why in the core, How in the middle circle and What in the outer circle.

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The Art of the Start: The Time-Tested, Battle-Hardened Guide for Anyone Starting Anything

The book gives you lots of valuable tips and information on the various types of investors and what to look out for and how to prepare a pitch. I love Guy’s examples and quotes very much. It was not only entertaining but thought-provoking and motivating. Key Takeaways

• Make meaning, not money - our focus should be on creating an impact, or solving a problem, then money will follow.
• A strong vision for how you are going to change the world is very important.
• Without a great team, there is no great company
• A prototype speaks more than a presentation
• Focusing on customer feedback should be a priority. Create a product for the customer and not for yourself.
• Get funding, but dont rely on it.
• Networking is important
• If things dont work as you expect, dont be afraid to pivot.
• Marketing and Sales is the highest priority.
• Perfecting the pitch - communicate what your company does, why it matters and how it will succeed in a few minutes. 10/20/30 rule of Powerpoint.

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