The 5 Steps for Entrepreneurs that Last

1- “Having a great idea”

Do I really need to explain that one?

2- “Focusing on the idea and customer needs rather than investments”

One of the biggest mistake of startups is to look for funding as soon as they are established before meeting the requirements of their customers’ needs. Don’t defocus from your core responsibility: building a great product.

3- “Building an A-team”

You need functional expertise, don’t be too in love of your idea that you don’t want to share it. Surround yourself with great people who are better than you.

4- “Working with us to reach more customers around the world”

Microsoft might have millions of customers of all types, they will help you connect your startup to the customers and then you can build new features and the circle starts again.

5- “Scaling with more funding”

Once you have a great product that your customers love, it’s time to look for investors to scale with funding. However don’t lose your cultural values as you grow and don’t get distracted from your core competencies.

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