Startups raising funding should have a grand vision.

That vision must inspire investors to join the cause.

It takes years for the vision to come to full fruition.

To take on a large problem, consider the following:

Start small.  

In the early days, the startup will be small and sometimes insignificant.

Solve problems very well.   

Look to new technologies and business models to deliver the product.

Tie into market forces that provide a tailwind to your solution.

Focus on the customer, and their challenges and needs.

Avoid direct competition and define the market in a unique way that helps your startup stand out from the crowd.

Launch an initial product as soon as you can.

Take the initial solution and then build on it.

Make it better every day.

Add new features and capabilities continuously.

Over time, the product will grow and will provide more value.

Eventually, the product will solve a big problem.  

Every day not spent on building the core product is a wasted day.

It just takes time.

You can accomplish any large problem with time and consistent follow-up.

Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding.

Let’s go startup something today.
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