So What If You Have An Idea?

Posted by RickCoplin under Raising Capital
From http://www.rickcoplin.com 2981 days ago
Made Hot by: businessluv on March 1, 2016 6:30 am

Fearful entrepreneurs are reluctant to engage partners, hire employees, seek mentors, test their business model, or gather market feedback. These activities are the foundation for any successful venture.

There are four key reasons why the entrepreneurs you share your idea with will not steal it.

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Written by lyceum
2976 days ago

Rick: Thanks for your thoughtful reply. I will check out Pat Flynn's book. Do you know what happened with his site, Foodtruckr? I am involved in a new site about street food (in Swedish).

Do you drink tea?

All the Best,

Martin

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Written by lyceum
2976 days ago

Rick: I want to discuss my tea hobby business and tea book writing and blogging with you in the near future.

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Written by RickCoplin
2976 days ago

Martin, I am not sure I can be much help... I've just picked up and started reading a new book by Pat Flynn, called Will it Fly (http://www.willitflybook.com).

I am finding it to be one of the best books for entrepreneurs I have read, as it is not just a book. It has a fully developed companion course that is included in the price of the book. Both do a great job of bringing to light the potential and flaws of an idea, how it matches with the person, realistic market testing and assessment and a whole host of other factors that contribute to potential.

In terms of blogging, the one thing that is a key first step is consistency. I've stepped my own efforts this year and committed to publishing weekly. The challenge is quality and engaging content at that level, so I've got my work cut out for me.

Finally, I believe that what most people miss is Clarity. I have a good friend that reminds constantly that "Confusion repels, Clarity compels". I have a long way to go on this, and I suspect you do as well. What is the ONE thing you want to be known for? Do that, and ignore or minimize the other stuff. If I can broadcast Clarity this year, and clarity that I see others reflecting back to me, not just what I think is clarity, then I'll be light years ahead of where I am today.

Good luck!

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Written by lyceum
2977 days ago

Rick: Have you seen Social Media Club's motto: If you know it, share it? I am for sharing my idea with the world. It is mine, but I want to attract potential customers, ambassadors that want to spread the good word, etc.

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Written by RickCoplin
2977 days ago

That's exactly the right attitude! The more we discuss our ideas, the more opportunity we have to identify and incorporate improvements, find partners & customers, and to increase the value we provide to others.

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