6 essential steps to building a thriving startup

The essence of any startup involves hard work, passion and creativity, but those factors alone are not enough to turn it into a successful business.

Translating your vision into reality takes thought, and pre-planning. A comprehensive plan will help you envision your growth potential, future business structure, product or service offering, your marketing approach, online presence and finances. It helps secure investors and funding, and reduces overall risk.

This free StartupSmart eBook, 6 essential steps to building a thriving startup, brought to you by DFK, will cover the core pillars for startup success to ensure you’re primed to upscale and shake up the market.

Winners of the 2015 StartupSmart Awards demonstrated these approaches. First-hand tips, along with industry experts, are shared throughout.

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You’ll learn about:

• How to build the right startup structure;
• How to attract and manage the best people;
• Controlling your admin and finances;
• Funding strategies;
• Steps towards getting venture capital;
• Creating a clear brand message;
• Protecting your IP, and more.