What do you do if you want to lead a startup but lack experience?

Curiosity Quest: Explore like Dora the Explorer on caffeine. Experiment Extravaganza: Try, fail, learn, repeat. It's the startup dance. Mentorship Magic: Find wise sages willing to share their wisdom. ??♂? Book Buffet: Feast on knowledge like it's your last supper. ????? Fail Fast, Reflect Faster: Embrace failure like a long-lost friend. ??

If you lead a start-up you are the owner of the vision. It's important to continually keep your finger on the pulse and become and expert in the big picture so you can build the right team and move towards a common goal.

Se você n?o tem experiência, junte-se com quem tem. Além de montar um time, você pode buscar mentores e conselheiros mais experientes, que possam compartilhar aprendizados e guiar alguns caminhos.

Like Simon Sinek says: Alone you go fast together we go far. Find people who complement you Find people who share you vision Find people who can sublime you

Start by finding a few good mentors with the knowledge and experience you need. 1. Industry specific knowledge 2. Successful business experience. You may be surprised by how many successful people within your network are willing to mentor an aspiring entrepreneur who is willing to learn. Adopt my "Wealth to Worth" strategy; make yourself worthy of their wealth of knowledge and experience. My biggest mistake as a young entrepreneur was failing to recognise how many successful entrepreneurs in my network were willing to help me. Although I was ambitious, willing to learn and willing to work hard, I failed to recognise that I was worthy of these mentor's attention. As a result, I failed to tap into the full potential of their offers.

It's your net worth, don't underestimate it. It's not easy, you have to put your ego on pause Networking is not a 1 shot thing is a practice that becomes part of your daily, weekly ritual.

Complimentary brains are key but so is start-up hunger. I look for those who have great skills and a passion to contribute to the vision

A samurai who is not afraid of death is a dead samurai. It's part of the journey, it's your best teacher. Take as many classes as you can as early as possible

There is no such thing as failure only outcomes less than expectations. Start-ups are always in a dynamic and often pioneering environment. I always say that if we hit the side of the barn it's a success because we then have everything we need to learn and improve. If you lead with this type of attitude the team runs front footed and focuses on progress through experience

Remember, the hand that gives is above the hand that receives. Don't be fooled by the amount because they can quickly turn into golden shackles

The best investors I have ever had are those that contribute to the business with either a network or resources. Good investors are valuable partners and mentors that tighten up your business plan, help with problems they have probably already experienced and can expand finance and support with a couple of phone calls to accelerate growth when revenues start to flow.

Validation is 101. The market drives success in the end. If there's no identifiable market with MVP customers there's no start-up. That's okay there are thousands of opportunities, learn and move on to the next one.

Validate, validate, validate. Remember words mean nothing, cash is the only promise. If people pay, let them play. Use pre-orders, fake doors and landing pages to validate

?????????? ?????? ???????? ????????: ???????? ???????? ?? ????-?????????? ?????? ??????????????! Having a stellar startup idea is exhilarating, but don't get caught in the solopreneur trap. Here's the game-changer: find your complementary co-founder. Imagine your ideal partner: someone who fills your skill gaps. Tech whiz? Seek a marketing maestro. This "co-pilot" approach builds a well-rounded leadership team – essential for navigating the startup rollercoaster. By leading with a "co-pilot" mindset, you can leverage the combined strengths of a power couple, fostering a stronger leadership team and increasing your chances of startup success. Remember, two minds (and skillsets) are truly better than one!

If you aim to lead a startup without prior experience, proactively seek opportunities for self-education through books, online resources, and mentorship. Consider internships, freelancing, or volunteering within the startup ecosystem to gain practical skills. Stay humble, embrace learning from mistakes, and remain open to feedback as you develop into a capable startup leader. #ahmedalaali11