Lean Startup Method 101

Posted on May 17, 2011 by BNC Guest Blogger

After listening to Bernhard Kappe’s presentation last week, I felt both excited and concerned. It was clear I might be missing some steps in doing the best job of starting a new segment of my business. While I realized I have more research and validation to do, Bernhard made it easy for me to know exactly what I should do…and how to do it most efficiently and economically.

We may think we have a great idea, but “Are you solving a problem that REALLY needs solving?” That’s a key question Bernhard said we need to ask. And, does that problem call for a “vitamin” solution – one that just might make things a little better; an “aspirin” solution – this will ease the pain; or  is it a “morphine” solution – one that will take away the pain completely and make everything feel good again. This really puts things in perspective, doesn’t it?

This is just one byte from an evening filled with great information presented by an engaging professional who really knows his stuff. Thanks, Bernhard, for sharing some great information and direction for all the entrepreneurs in the room. I, for one, thoroughly enjoyed a fun and mind-opening evening.

Here is a video of Bernard explaining what Lean Startup is: Lean Startup Methodology

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Meet Author and BNC Entrepreneur March Event Presenter Jeff Weber

Posted on February 22, 2011 by tstanfield

The stories of fast rising stars like Groupon and Facebook make it seem like extremely successful start-up companies just grow up overnight. However, the transition from start-up to viable business is a complex and difficult period for most entrepreneurs, requiring a different focus and skill set to see success. We recently sat down with entrepreneur expert and author Jeff Weber to discuss plans for his BNC Entrepreneur presentation on March 9th.  Jeff will share tips and strategies to prepare entrepreneurs for the big transition from start-up to running a business.

In this first clip, Jeff gives us a sneak peak of what he plans to discuss with the group on March 9th.

Here, Jeff reveals the difficulties entrepreneurs face during the start-up to running transition.

Jeff shares how his own experience as an entrepreneur inspired I.D.E.A. to Exit.

Click here for more information and to register for Making the Transition from Start up to Running a Business on March 9th.

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March 9 BNC Event: Making the Transition from Start up to Running a Business

Posted on February 15, 2011 by sbarahia

We are pleased to announce that Jeff Weber will be our next speaker. He is the author of I.D.E.A to Exit.  BNC’s first contact with Jeff was almost 2 years ago as the book was in the process of being written. He has a great deal to share from his experience of starting a company and then selling it 10 years later to a fortune 100 company. We will be posting a preview of his presentation next week so stay tuned.

http://bnce030911.eventbrite.com

March 9, 2011 BNC Entrepreneur event

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Welcome

Posted on February 4, 2011 by bncadmin

Welcome to the Business Network Chicago Blog. The goal of this blog is to help build a community of business professionals and promote the growth of businesses here in Chicago.

We hope you’ll find the information posted here to be beneficial and helpful as you navigate your career in Chicago. Whether you’re an entrepreneur or a job seeker, an experienced professional or a recent graduate, we want to hear from you! Feel free to post comments or email the administrator of this blog if there’s a topic you want to see covered here.

Thank you and happy reading!

~ BNC Chicago

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