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𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐬, 𝐁𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐬: 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐮𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐭 𝐈𝐒𝐁 𝐓𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐌𝐞 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 A few weeks ago, I was at ISB and decided to go for a run around the campus. The running track is circular as the main building is at the center, but as I completed each lap, I noticed something unique. There are smaller paths—arteries—branching out from the main loop, weaving through the campus. By the end of the run, I realized that this wasn’t just about fitness—it was a lesson on life, work, and startups. 𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝟏: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚. In startups, you often feel like you’re running in circles. The same challenges keep coming back: fixing churn, refining processes, scaling operations. But every lap builds strength and consistency. Repetition isn’t failure—it’s preparation. 𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝟐: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. The circular path keeps you grounded, but the arteries are where you explore. They represent opportunities—new products, bold experiments, different strategies. If you only stick to the main loop, you’ll miss what’s out there. 𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝟑: 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐞𝐝. On a circular track, there’s no finish line in sight. It’s easy to feel like you’re running endlessly. But the key isn’t to sprint—it’s to show up, lap after lap. Because the effort compounds, even if the progress isn’t immediately visible. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲? Startups, like life, aren’t linear. The circles test your endurance. The arteries push your boundaries. And success? It comes from balancing both—staying grounded while being bold enough to explore. So, the next time you feel stuck running in circles, ask yourself: 🔹 What am I building with these laps? 🔹 Am I exploring the arteries around me? Keep running. Keep learning. And never stop looking for the next path. #Startups #Running #ISB #GrowthMindset #Consistency

Reflections from Day 1 & 2 of the Lean Startup Bootcamp As a High Tech Entrepreneurship student, I’ve always been into to building products. But here’s what I learned in just two days at the Lean Startup Bootcamp, building products is only part of the journey and real challenge is building the right product. Here are my key takeaways. 🔍 Comfort Zone of Building It’s easy to get lost in the excitement of building, but the real risk is creating something that doesn’t fit market needs. It’s not enough to innovate—we have to ensure that innovation aligns with customer priorities. 🧱 Foundation and Product-Market Fit Understanding the market is the invisible foundation that supports everything. Without identifying the core value proposition or the “engine” of growth, efforts in other areas like marketing won't move the needle. 💡 Team Focus in the Early Stages At the start, it’s essential for the whole team to focus on finding product-market fit rather than over-specializing into departments. When everyone works toward understanding the customer and driving growth, that's when you start seeing real progress. 🎯 What Are the Priorities of the Customer? One of the biggest lessons was recognizing how important it is to align with the customer's top priorities. If your product doesn’t solve their most urgent problems, it won’t succeed no matter how innovative it is. 📉 Learning from Failures (Segway Case) The Segway case study reminded me that even the most well-engineered products can fail if they don’t resonate with the market. Continuous validation, learning from failures, and refining based on real customer feedback are key. It is a reminder to always focus on the customer’s journey. What do they succeed at using current solutions? Where do they fail? #LeanStartup #ProductMarketFit #Entrepreneurship #HighTech #Innovation #StartupLife #BurmeseEntrepreneur #WinYadanarOoTreasure

In every job, I've always used startup methodologies to build fast and get results. I never learnt these skills at uni and often spent evenings and weekends upskilling. I love that UNSW Founders have programs like the #newwave where students can upskill and be free to explore their ideas with support. There were so many inspiring ideas developed in the last cohort, and I know it’s just the first of many concepts as they explore and develop their entrepreneurial mindset. 🌟🎉😄🚀 #mentor #startup

📚 Startup School: Traction – The Final Lesson of 2024 🎓 As we wrap up 2024, we’re ending this year’s edition of Startup School with a critical topic for any startup: Traction. 🚀 Traction is the lifeblood of every startup. It’s not just about getting initial customers—it’s about building momentum, validating your business model, and creating a solid foundation for scalable growth. Whether it’s growing your user base, boosting your revenue, or getting investor attention, traction is what separates ideas from sustainable businesses. In many ways, traction is the culmination of all the topics we’ve covered so far—a dynamic mixture of ARR, Churn, CAC, LTV, Unit Economics, Retention, and PMF. Each of these metrics plays a key role in building sustainable traction, ensuring that your growth is both measurable and meaningful. In this week’s Startup School presentation, we break down: ✅ What traction means for startups. ✅ The best ways to measure and track it effectively. ✅ Common mistakes to avoid (and how to spot them early). ✅ Practical tips to optimize your growth and get investor-ready. 💡 Key Insight: Strong traction isn’t about growth at all costs; it’s about sustainable progress with a clear understanding of what drives your success. As 2024 draws to a close, we’d like to thank you all for following along with Startup School this year! 💬 This is the last post for 2024, but we’ll be back in 2025 after the school break with even more insights to help founders build and scale their startups. 🎄 From all of us at CFO Insights, we wish you a joyful Christmas and a fantastic New Year celebration! Here’s to a successful and impactful 2025! 🎉 💬 How do you measure traction in your business? What challenges are you facing when tracking or improving your traction? Let’s discuss! #CFOInsights #StartupSchool #Traction #Startups #GrowthMetrics #ScaleUpJourney #HappyHolidays

The Startup Funding Journey 💰 Pre-Seed : Just a dream on paper! 📝 Building prototypes, tons of potential,  typically pre-revenue. Seed : Finding product-market fit 🕺 and launching go-to-market strategies, aiming for <$1M in annual revenue. Series A: Ready to scale ! 🚀 Series B, C, D…: Expanding reach and revenue, often surpassing $3M as the company gains traction and solidifies its market position. 💹

#Raisethatround Chapter 11: The 🚀 The Journey to Product-Market Fit: Lessons from Top Startups Ever wondered how long it takes to achieve that elusive product-market fit (#PMF)? A fascinating chart reveals the timelines of successful startups, and the results might surprise you! ⏳ Time to PMF: • Lyft: Immediate (in one city) • Most companies: 9 months to 2 years • Thumbtack: 5 years Key PMF Indicators: ✅ Strong customer retention ✅ Successful market replication ✅ Organic growth ✅ Significant revenue milestones 🔍 Interesting Insights: • Uber & Rover: Experienced word-of-mouth virality • Udemy: Hit notable sales targets • Some startups: Gradual realization through metrics • Others: Sudden breakthroughs or validation via funding Remember: There's no one-size-fits-all approach to PMF. The key is to: 1️⃣ Identify relevant metrics for your product/market 2️⃣ Stay patient and adaptable 3️⃣ Pay attention to both data and qualitative signals Your PMF moment could be a gradual realization or a sudden breakthrough. Stay focused, keep observing, and be ready to capitalize when it happens! 💡 What's your experience with product-market fit? Share your thoughts below! #ProductMarketFit #StartupSuccess #EntrepreneurshipJourney #BusinessGrowth

The Innovation Marathon. Imagine embarking on a journey where the path isn't just long; it's filled with hurdles, unexpected turns, and moments where the only way forward seems to be through sheer will. Building a startup isn't akin to a swift sprint where speed is king; it's an enduring marathon where strategy, endurance, and resilience reign supreme. In this marathon: Pace Yourself: Understand that burnout is the nemesis of innovation. Like a seasoned runner, find your rhythm. Sustainable progress beats short bursts of speed that lead to exhaustion. Celebrate Small Victories: Every mile marker passed is a victory. Whether it's your first customer, a successful pitch, or a product iteration, these moments are your energy gels, fueling you for the miles ahead. Keep Your Eyes on the Horizon: The finish line might be out of sight, but your vision for your startup isn't. Let this vision pull you forward, even when the legs feel heavy, and the path steepens. Embrace Each Race as a New Beginning: Crossing one finish line only means you're ready to start another race. In the startup world, each achievement opens the door to new challenges, new markets, and new innovations. Remember, in this marathon, you're not just running against competitors; you're racing against time, market changes, and sometimes, against your own doubts. But here's the thing about marathon runners - they know that every step taken is a step towards greatness, towards a legacy. So, tie your laces tight, keep hydrated with knowledge, and run with the heart of an entrepreneur. Your race doesn't end at the first finish line; it evolves. Here's to the long run, to the hurdles we jump, and to the horizons we chase. #MarathonNotASprint #KeepRunning #InnovationJourney #StartupLife #EnduranceEntrepreneur #VisionaryRacer #BusinessMarathon #InnovateEndureAchieve

June 1st! As we step into this new month, let's embrace new opportunities and strive to achieve our goals. Whether it's starting a new project, learning a new skill, or simply making positive changes in your daily routine, now is the perfect time to take action. Stay curious, keep learning. ⭐️ #PurposefulCuriosity #NewMonth #GrowthMindset #curiosity #creativity #innovation #startup

Learning is fundamental. (And it's exciting to see serious capital flowing into this space.) I've always believed: When something is fundamental and important, we must pursue it - no matter how challenging it may be. This movement will push learning within the workplace. It's simply refreshing & necessary. It's just the beginning! What's the one skill you believe is fundamental to learn in 2025? Comment below! LFG! 🚀 P.S. I'll put the article in the comments inncivio #startup #learning

Exciting opportunity for early stage entrepreneurs & startups 👇 SIBB Startups have a new program on offer: the SIBB Startup Bootcamp. A 2-months program with expert guidance, funding, and a diverse community. Looking forward to joining the program as a speaker with a workshop series on 'Customer Discovery', a deep dive into: 🔎 Understanding your customers & their needs 🎁 Exploring your value proposition and how it solves user problems 🛠 Quick prototyping & experimentation to test your ideas The program already starts on May 2nd, 2024, so please help us share this with your network. Early stage support like this can be a game-changer for entrepreneurs, I'm talking from experience 🚀 #earlystage #startup #ideas #customerdiscovery #speaker