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BarCamp is not your typical conference. It’s an open, participatory workshop where YOU set the agenda. Attendees are encouraged to share their knowledge, ideas, and experiences in a relaxed, collaborative environment. There are no spectators at BarCamp – only participants! This year's focus is on building a robust small business and startup ecosystem in Central and West Central Minnesota. We're building a regional community where ideas flourish and founders and friends can connect, learn, and grow. Why Attend? Connect with Local Innovators: Meet like-minded individuals who share your passion for business and innovation. Expand your network with other small business owners, startups, and professionals in Central MN. Learn and Share: With sessions ranging from startup funding to digital marketing, you'll find a wealth of knowledge ready to be shared. And if you have a topic you're passionate about, sign up to lead a session! Spark New Ideas: The unstructured format of BarCamp encourages creative thinking and collaboration. Engage in spontaneous discussions that could ignite the next big idea for your business. Be Part of the Community: Central MN is bustling with entrepreneurial spirit. This is your chance to contribute to and benefit from a growing ecosystem that's dedicated to supporting small businesses and startups. Registration is not required, but help us know who’s coming prior to the event https://hubs.la/Q02FCVzq0 #fastlane94barcamp #barcamp #roundhousebrewery

I started my first business in college as a solo founder Honestly, it was tough working alone Then again, you can do that when you have nothing to lose but time .. (and money for pints) But, I wouldn’t recommend it again The best thing you can do as a solo founder is find a co-founder But it’s sort of difficult to know how! The best thing you can do is surround yourself with really SMART people Because the Irish startup ecosystem is so small, it's actually quite simple to do that!! Here's how: 🗝️ Join a co working space (like Republic of Work, Dogpatch Labs, PorterShed or RDI Hub) 🚀 Attend startup events/programs (we do some here at the NDRC) 👋🏻 Attend meetups (hit up Niall Maher for developers or James Flynn for marketing) 💡 Seek out recommendations from other startup mentors (Gemma Marshall, Joe Gorman, André Balico, Gearoid Kearney and Dushyant Singh) Learn how to find your co-founder in this weeks IdeaHub newsletter Link in comments

The three things I learned from attending two Wellington Startup Collective events: 1. Although there is a lot of pressure to have a cofounder, I don't want or need one. I am highly driven and capable, and with the support of mentors and my team, I have all PAM - Personal Admin Manager needs to succeed. And I may change my mind later if the right person come along. 2. MLP (Minimum Lovable Product) is a better/clearer goal than MVP for me. I struggled with where the line was for MVP features for weeks; I didn't want to give families something that was just viable. The second I heard of MLP, it became clear what PAM needed and didn't need for her first release. Families needed to love her and the impact she made on their lives. 3. There are experienced founders out there willing to share their time, knowledge, and connections to help the next rank of startups coming through (genuinely nice humans). Everyone is super welcoming, and the support you receive is not only practical but also wraps around you like an emotional support blanket 💜 I wouldn't miss one. One of the best investments I've made in PAM this year! PAM MLP is teasingly close – jump on the waitlist now as we will only be opening up memberships to 50, then 200 families initially. https://mypam.nz/

Clearly, everyone is back from their summer holidays. This can only mean one thing: Slush is about to sell out. For startups like yours, the pressure is on. We get that right now might not feel like the right time to buy your ticket, but here’s why startups like yours are grabbing theirs:  👉 They’re connecting with 3,300 investors that they otherwise would never get the chance to meet in-person  👉 They’re getting the chance to win 1 million euros at the Slush 100 Startup Competition (slush.org/slush-100) 👉 They’re taking part in the 20,000+ meetings happening over the 2 event days  👉 They’re going to 200+ side events across Helsinki for parties, networking, and making lifelong friends in the ecosystem  👉 They’re having crazy experiences that they simply could not get outside the Nordics  👉 They know that Slush 2024 will sell out soon We wanted to let you know that based on our 15 years of holding this event, the time is ticking for you to get your ticket to Slush 2024. Buy your ticket here: slush.org/tickets

🙌 This is one of those "tag your friends" posts – but for great reasons, I promise. 🙌 At 351 Portuguese Startup Association we're organizing the Techstars Startup Weekend in #Porto next week, which means: whether you’re a developer, designer, marketer, or just have a brilliant idea, this is the event to bring it to life in just 54 hours 🕒🚀 Why join? 🌟 Hands-on experience in building a #startup from scratch 🤝 Meet like-minded individuals and potential co-founders 💡 Get guidance from experienced mentors and industry experts 👉 When? October 11, 12 and 13 👉 Where? Polo Zero, Porto 👉 Link to register: https://lnkd.in/dkbyPjxn So yeah, share with your network and tag a friend who should absolutely be there!

Such an insightful session Friday! You can see the replay below.

🚀 Startups face their fair share of challenges, but don’t worry—JasonL has your back! From maximizing small spaces to creating a collaborative environment, we’re here to help solve the most common startup problems. 💡✨ Let’s fix those issues and set your team up for success! 💼💪 👉 Read more https://zurl.co/MMJ6

Every time I work on a pitch deck, I make sure it answers all these questions (see carousel) But there's more to it: Working on a pitch deck is SO USEFUL because you get to think about questions that you don't usually ask yourself or may not consider at all if it wasn't for the pitch deck. Constructing a great pitch deck is almost like writing an exciting story about your business. Doing so really helps refresh the big picture and may reveal some gaps that actually stop you from growing. P.S. I've already shared that (and more useful stuff) in our "100M$ Idea Incubator🚀" community. If you're an enthusiast looking for an environment to help you build a startup, DM me to invite you.

Hello #founders who strive to take their startup and get recognized globally. Join this bootcamp to connect with Canada Startup Association. Dive into an enriching experience with our Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Bootcamp, where startup founders are not just attendees but active participants sharing experiences, challenges, and success strategies. This interactive virtual workshop is enhanced by the presence of esteemed mentors from diverse sectors, ready to guide and inspire. Engage in tailored breakout sessions, fostering deeper understanding and personalized advice. You will be able to have an opportunity for Q&A. Let’s review the successful game plan relevant to the evolving 2024 startup landscape. Registration link in the comment section.

How to host a Founder Fridays meetup in your city 🚀 Founder Fridays are monthly meetups powered by This Week in Startups that happen on the first Friday of each month. These local gatherings, run by founders, are a chance to discuss challenges, share ideas, and support one another. Want to host? 1️⃣ Search for your city on RIVER 2️⃣ No meetup? Start one! 3️⃣ Apply to host 4️⃣ Pick a spot and time 5️⃣ Invite other founders 6️⃣ Lead a meaningful chat 💬 Ready to bring founders together in your city? Learn more at founderfridays.tech 🔗 #FounderFridays