Curious about starting a startup? Join Union Square Ventures Managing Partner Albert Wenger for a comprehensive, introductory primer into everything you need to know! This one-hour class is a perfect introduction to the world of startups—giving you insights, frameworks, and tips so you can navigate one of today's fastest-growing business sectors with confidence.
Where do great ideas come from? Why are MVPs so important? Why do so many startups fail? Drawing on Albert's years of experience investing and advising hundreds of companies, lessons cover all this and more.
You'll learn:
- 4 ways to find your idea
- Pros and cons for selecting co-founders
- What makes a great MVP (and how to test it)
- How to know if your startup is working
- Considerations for growth and hiring
Plus, Albert lays out many of the complexities around why so many startups fail, giving you frameworks to set yourself up for success.
These lessons will be especially useful for aspiring entrepreneurs, founders, and enthusiasts curious about how innovation comes into the world today. Get ready to make your idea happen!
You joined this class because you're curious about starting a startup. Now, use this class as a resource for moving your idea forward!
In the Project Gallery, share your thinking, including:
- How you came up with your idea
- Whether or not you'll work with co-founders
- How you'll design & test your MVP
- Why you're excited to be an entrepreneur
Feel free to use words, images, video—whatever best represents your thinking.
If you're further along, consider sharing your elevator pitch, landing page, or other media communicating your idea. Watch Albert's Skillshare class Funding Your Business: Demystifying Venture Capital for more tactical advice on pitching investors and telling your story.
Remember to ask specific, directed questions in your project post. This will help the community share constructive, useful feedback. And, be sure to provide feedback on other projects so we can all share knowledge.
Looking forward to seeing your projects!
