Our logo embodies the core principles of entrepreneurship and innovation, reflected through its symbolic elements: THE HANDS – Community and Inclusion The hands represent the power of collective effort. In entrepreneurship, success often comes from collaboration, where diverse minds come together to create something greater. Community is essential for innovation, as the exchange of ideas fuels creativity and new solutions. The hands emphasize inclusion, showing that everyone's contributions are valued, driving diverse and innovative approaches. THE PUZZLED LIGHT BULB – Equal Participation in Creative Thinking The puzzled light bulb symbolizes the collaborative nature of innovation. Like each piece of a puzzle, every individual's input is crucial to creative problem-solving. In entrepreneurship, breakthrough ideas arise from equal participation and shared perspectives, allowing for more comprehensive, well-rounded solutions. Our focus on innovation and sustainability highlights that entrepreneurship is about addressing community challenges with solutions that lay a foundation for future problem-solving. Connecting to Entrepreneurship and Innovation - Collaboration: Entrepreneurship thrives on teamwork, where innovation emerges from a blend of ideas. - Inclusivity: Diverse contributions lead to richer solutions, critical for innovation in dynamic markets. - Creative Synergy: The puzzle design shows that innovation is a result of collective thinking, not isolated efforts, driving successful entrepreneurship. Through these symbols, our logo showcases how entrepreneurship and innovation are built on community, inclusivity, and shared creativity.
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Alumni Fellows of @BuildingTomorrow ``Proud Alumni, Strong Community``
𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 Innovation is rarely the result of a predictable, linear process. It’s a product of a unique, often unpredictable, synergy between the right minds. As entrepreneurs, many of us understand that the journey to success isn't simply about following a well-laid path, but rather about embracing the unpredictability of human creativity. In fact, the right idea can be worth infinitely more than a thousand wrong ones. For more insights https://bit.ly/3YamHWC
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** The Phases of Innovation & Entrepreneurship ** This year, we launched Program Licenses, and our customers are loving it! As we focus on acquiring customers at scale, I've been reflecting on refining the phases of innovation & entrepreneurship. Stay tuned for my upcoming LinkedIn newsletter post where I'll delve into the clear definition of Product-Market-Fit. Here's a sneak peek of what's to come: 1) Customer Fit: Evidence that the customers you intend to target actually care. In other words, evidence for the existence of the customer jobs, pains, and gains you intend to address. No need for much more than a visual mockup of your solution at this stage. 2) Product Fit: Evidence that your value proposition actually creates value for customers. They have (a simple version of) your bundle of products and services in their hands and they like/love it. You've converted first customers. Only in few cases (like with strong network effects) will a great value proposition/product suffice to conquer the market. 3) Go-to-Market Fit: Evidence that you figured out the customer acquisition and retention algorithm to scale. You understand which channels to use to generate leads and what it costs to convert and retain customers at scale. --- Product-Market Fit is achieved when you have strong traction in the market after nailing 1, 2, and 3. --- 4) Business Model Fit: Evidence for all aspects of your business model. You are able to scale profitably and sustainably and deliver value consistently at scale. Excited to share more insights soon in my newsletter! Stay tuned for a deeper dive into the phases of innovation & entrepreneurship.
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The Phases of Innovation & Entrepreneurship
** The Phases of Innovation & Entrepreneurship ** This year, we launched Program Licenses, and our customers are loving it! As we focus on acquiring customers at scale, I've been reflecting on refining the phases of innovation & entrepreneurship. Stay tuned for my upcoming LinkedIn newsletter post where I'll delve into the clear definition of Product-Market-Fit. Here's a sneak peek of what's to come: 1) Customer Fit: Evidence that the customers you intend to target actually care. In other words, evidence for the existence of the customer jobs, pains, and gains you intend to address. No need for much more than a visual mockup of your solution at this stage. 2) Product Fit: Evidence that your value proposition actually creates value for customers. They have (a simple version of) your bundle of products and services in their hands and they like/love it. You've converted first customers. Only in few cases (like with strong network effects) will a great value proposition/product suffice to conquer the market. 3) Go-to-Market Fit: Evidence that you figured out the customer acquisition and retention algorithm to scale. You understand which channels to use to generate leads and what it costs to convert and retain customers at scale. --- Product-Market Fit is achieved when you have strong traction in the market after nailing 1, 2, and 3. --- 4) Business Model Fit: Evidence for all aspects of your business model. You are able to scale profitably and sustainably and deliver value consistently at scale. Excited to share more insights soon in my newsletter! Stay tuned for a deeper dive into the phases of innovation & entrepreneurship.
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product market fit = customer + product + GTM fit #thinkdisruption #retail #supermarket #platform #disruptiveinnovation #businessmodel #strategy
** The Phases of Innovation & Entrepreneurship ** This year, we launched Program Licenses, and our customers are loving it! As we focus on acquiring customers at scale, I've been reflecting on refining the phases of innovation & entrepreneurship. Stay tuned for my upcoming LinkedIn newsletter post where I'll delve into the clear definition of Product-Market-Fit. Here's a sneak peek of what's to come: 1) Customer Fit: Evidence that the customers you intend to target actually care. In other words, evidence for the existence of the customer jobs, pains, and gains you intend to address. No need for much more than a visual mockup of your solution at this stage. 2) Product Fit: Evidence that your value proposition actually creates value for customers. They have (a simple version of) your bundle of products and services in their hands and they like/love it. You've converted first customers. Only in few cases (like with strong network effects) will a great value proposition/product suffice to conquer the market. 3) Go-to-Market Fit: Evidence that you figured out the customer acquisition and retention algorithm to scale. You understand which channels to use to generate leads and what it costs to convert and retain customers at scale. --- Product-Market Fit is achieved when you have strong traction in the market after nailing 1, 2, and 3. --- 4) Business Model Fit: Evidence for all aspects of your business model. You are able to scale profitably and sustainably and deliver value consistently at scale. Excited to share more insights soon in my newsletter! Stay tuned for a deeper dive into the phases of innovation & entrepreneurship.
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Social Innovation Strategist | Founder of Open Innovation Hub | Chairperson of Pesisir Lestari -- Achieving sustainable impacts with Social Innovation approach.
In early days of covid-19 in 2020, i had the opportunity to moderate an online webinar for the book launch written by Prof Alexander Osterwalder: 'The Invincible Company.' In my startup days, the Business Model Canvas was a vital tool that helped shape my understanding of sustainable business models. Now, as I work on community-led natural resource management in the ocean conservation space, the phases of innovation that Osterwalder discusses resonate more than ever. At Pesisir Lestari, we are exploring innovative business models that empower coastal communities economically while ensuring the sustainable conservation management of their natural resources. Innovation is key to driving long-term conservation success, and by fostering entrepreneurship within these communities, we are working to build both resilient ecosystems and thriving local economies. I’m excited to see how these ideas continue to evolve in the conservation world! #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #OceanConservation #Sustainability #CommunityLed #NaturalResourceManagement #BlueEconomy
** The Phases of Innovation & Entrepreneurship ** This year, we launched Program Licenses, and our customers are loving it! As we focus on acquiring customers at scale, I've been reflecting on refining the phases of innovation & entrepreneurship. Stay tuned for my upcoming LinkedIn newsletter post where I'll delve into the clear definition of Product-Market-Fit. Here's a sneak peek of what's to come: 1) Customer Fit: Evidence that the customers you intend to target actually care. In other words, evidence for the existence of the customer jobs, pains, and gains you intend to address. No need for much more than a visual mockup of your solution at this stage. 2) Product Fit: Evidence that your value proposition actually creates value for customers. They have (a simple version of) your bundle of products and services in their hands and they like/love it. You've converted first customers. Only in few cases (like with strong network effects) will a great value proposition/product suffice to conquer the market. 3) Go-to-Market Fit: Evidence that you figured out the customer acquisition and retention algorithm to scale. You understand which channels to use to generate leads and what it costs to convert and retain customers at scale. --- Product-Market Fit is achieved when you have strong traction in the market after nailing 1, 2, and 3. --- 4) Business Model Fit: Evidence for all aspects of your business model. You are able to scale profitably and sustainably and deliver value consistently at scale. Excited to share more insights soon in my newsletter! Stay tuned for a deeper dive into the phases of innovation & entrepreneurship.
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Entrepreneurship is a key driver of innovation. Encouraging people to challenge and break the status quo sparks a continuous flow of innovation that can lead to groundbreaking discoveries and technologies. #entreprebeurship #innovation https://lnkd.in/diDQ5wbS
The Importance Of Empowering Individuals Into Entrepreneurship
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Leveraging vision, policy and knowledge for sustainable practices. Entrepreneurship is what many scholars consider as one of the factors responsible for nation-building. While innovation involves introducing something new,
Beyond entrepreneurship
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What do we mean when we talk about innovation and entrepreneurship? Innovation, is the process of transforming ideas into solutions that create value—be it through new products, services, or ways of doing things. Innovation challenges the status quo and pushes boundaries. Entrepreneurship, on the other hand, is the pursuit of opportunity without regard to resources. It’s about building something from nothing, driven by the vision of creating change or addressing problems and needs. Entrepreneurs are the daring individuals who implement innovations, turning visions into reality. Why am I drawn to these areas? Well, recently our region has made waves in the global market, with new support mechanisms recently announced such as Ormeau Baths Founder's Labs, Catalyst Open Innovation, and some exciting programmes looming at our very own Digital Catapult (which will be announced soon). My work life's career in innovation and my passion for entrepreneurship frequently cross paths, revealing a pattern where innovation feeds entrepreneurial ventures, and entrepreneurial actions spur further innovation. This close relationship peaked my interest, and I am keen to document the journey of Innovation and Entrepreneurship in our region. With that in mind, what does innovation mean to you? How do you see entrepreneurship and/or Innovation in our region evolving?
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Technology and entrepreneurship are two sides of the same coin called 'Innovation.' The 21st century has seen an astonishing bloom in this symbiotic relationship, leading to unparalleled growth and advancement. Here are few insightful snippets of their lifelong courtship: - Technology elevates the innovative spirit of entrepreneurship. - Entrepreneurship thrives in an ecosystem of advanced technology. The digital revolution plays a pivotal role in shaping the modern entrepreneurship landscape. It has become more than just a toolbox; it is now an imperative for survival and success. Technology introduces new possibilities and avenues: - Forever changing the ways we do business. - Enabling even the smallest enterprises to compete on a global scale. - Revolutionizing communication, making it more instant and efficient. Innovation brings about the most profound changes to society and can be witnessed at the crux of technology and entrepreneurship. It perpetuates a cycle of growth, each pushing the other forward. Yet, we must also acknowlege some pressing concerns: - The tendency to become overly reliant on technology. - The perpetuation of economic and digital divide. - The unique challenges and risks digital businesses face in cyber security. In conclusion, entrepreneuers must maintain strategic agility in adapting to the unfolding technological landscape, while identifying potential pitfalls and ensuring equal opportunities for all. This requires ethical conduct, empathy and a firm understanding of societal implications associated with tech advancements. Remember, technology is an enabler, not a purpose in itself. It is entrepreneurship that breathes life and meaning into technology. So, as we forge ahead, let's take a moment to reflect on our roles and responsibilities. Because the future isn't just about innovation. It's about how we innovate while ensuring fairness, sustainability, and inclusive growth. Be digitally savvy, but remain human at heart. Let's elevate technology and entrepreneurship together, for a better tomorrow.