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What does it take to get a great idea off the ground?
You’re probably here, listening to this podcast because you’ve got a great idea for an app.
Maybe you’ve already got a prototype, or maybe you’re just getting started.
There is a lot to consider in the beginning stages of turning your idea into an app, and one of the most important things to remember is that you’ve got to build a BUSINESS not just an app.
In this episode, we’ll run through a real life example of getting a startup off the ground with Daniel Beck, the founder of 401GO.
Daniel has founded or been involved with successfully building over a dozen small businesses and startups.
His most recent entrepreneurial venture is 401GO, the most innovative 401k platform in the world!
In this episode he dives into what founders need to know early on to get their startup off the ground and continually growing.
From explaining the value of bootstrapping your business, to insight on working with family and friends, to finding investors and setting milestones — there’s a lot to cover.
Daniel runs through all this and more, intermixed with personal industry experiences to demonstrate his points.
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Learn more about 401GO here:
https://401go.com/
Follow Daniel on Linkedin here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielgbeck/
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This show is produced by Strides Development, a full-service app development agency.
We specialize in taking your ideas and turning them into a finished app in only a few months.
If you have an app you’re building, we would love to talk to you. You can schedule your free strategy call by clicking here.
Make sure you’re following Strides:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/strides.dev/
Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/betzeraustin/

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