The session kicks off with a brief welcome and an overview of what to expect throughout the webinar. Get ready for practical, real-world insights into the startup journey. Start your learning experience with a clear direction!
Meet Benjamin So, founder of Outbound Visa, and learn about his impressive career across global firms and his entrepreneurial path. Get inspired by the story behind the speaker’s startup journey!
Before jumping in, it’s essential to ask: is doing a startup right for you? Ben helps you reflect on motivations, goals, and readiness. Find out if the startup path is truly your calling!
This segment clears up common myths that mislead many first-time founders. Let go of the hype and embrace the reality of startups!
Why do most startups fail? Ben uncovers the patterns and pitfalls that founders often overlook. Learn what not to do—before it’s too late!
Not all successful founders fit the same mold. This segment challenges stereotypes and explores the traits that truly matter. Rethink what it means to be a founder!
Ben challenges the audience to deeply evaluate their purpose, resilience, and expectations. Be honest with yourself before starting the journey!
Good ideas are everywhere, but how do you know which are worth pursuing? Ben lays out essential ground rules. Start thinking like a founder, not just a dreamer!
Learn a structured approach to assess your startup ideas with logic, not just passion. Apply this framework to validate your next big idea!
Ben breaks down how Airbnb’s idea checks out using the evaluation framework. See how a now-global brand began with a simple concept!
Canva’s success wasn’t luck. Learn how their idea aligned with product-market needs. Get inspired by another real-world example!
Explore the strengths and risks of this idea through a strategic lens. Discover how critical thinking can make or break an idea!
A fun yet thought-provoking case—niche isn’t always viable. See what happens when passion meets poor validation!
Turning ideas into products starts with your MVP. Ben walks you through the first step of execution. Take the leap from concept to creation!
Learn how Uber started small and smart with a focused MVP. See how simplicity built a billion-dollar brand!
Airbnb’s early MVP was scrappy, but effective. Discover what made it work. Realize how early versions don’t have to be perfect!
A structured guide to help you build a Minimum Viable Product that actually works. Use this framework to bring your idea to life efficiently!
Apply the MVP framework to a hypothetical case—simple, clear, and actionable. Master the framework with this practical walkthrough!
Building is only half the job—evaluating your MVP is what validates it. Learn how to measure real traction early on!
Many startups fail in the first 24 months. Ben outlines common mistakes to steer clear of. Protect your startup by learning from others’ failures!
Get actionable tips on building resilience and staying lean during tough times. Boost your startup’s survival chances with smart strategies!
Explore typical funding paths—from bootstrapping to VCs—and when to pursue each. Choose the right path to grow your startup sustainably!
Ben ranks funding sources by accessibility, risk, and strategic value. Learn where and how to seek capital the smart way!
Ben wraps up the session with reflections and encouragement for early-stage founders. Leave with clarity, direction, and renewed motivation!
Participants ask questions and receive direct, insightful answers from Ben. Don’t miss out—this is where theory meets real-world challenges!
