Got the pleasure of being invited to the day one / two of the #StartupWeekend were a total whirlwind. Here, I was talking about the Business Model Canvas and why it matters! Picture this – 40 groundbreaking ideas pitched in just 60 seconds each to a crazy room of about 80 people – we had everyone from seasoned founders to talented graduates from top Kenyan tech schools, and even Kenyans who've returned from abroad to test out their entrepreneurial skill sets, students, doctors, lawyers, etc etc. The ideas they came up with? Among the best in my many years of participating in Startup Weekends. Folks were thinking big, tackling everything from blood donation to agritech, and mobility. There was even a proposal that felt straight out of an Elon Musk black mirror brainstorm, all about storing memories for the future. Seriously impressive stuff!! Everyone in the room voted for their favorite ideas. From there, they grouped up into teams of 3 to 5, forming bonds with their potential new cofounders. These freshly minted teams have just 2 days to work up their prototypes. To their benefit, we have had some industry experts on hand to offer their wisdom and support. I totally believe in this edition, we shall see some of the founders making waves in the startup world in a few years. Keep an eye out for more updates, as we're gearing up for the final day where the top 13 teams will go head to head for the winner's title of the Techstars Startup Weekend 2023. The energy is high, chaotic, fast, and we can't wait to see what happens next… #startup #founders #future #energy Power Learn Project Moringa School Startinev Techstars Techstars Startup Weekend #innovation #startup #storytelling #foundation #sme #business

1. Business Lean Canvas Model:
AMasterclass

2. Welcometothe Business Lean
Canvas Model Masterclass!

Over the next few minutes, we'll be exploring the:
ins and outs of the Business Lean Canvas Model,
its key benefits,
the nine building blocks that make it up,
and practical tips for creating your own model.
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3. What isthe Business Lean
Canvas Model?
The Business Lean Canvas Model is a strategic tool that
helps entrepreneurs and business owners to:
visualize,
analyze,
and develop their business ideas.
It consists of nine building blocks that cover all aspects
of a business, from customer segments to revenue
streams.

BENEFITS:
Allows you to quickly test and iterate your business
model.
By breaking down your idea into smaller
components.
You can identify potential flaws and make
adjustments before investing too much time and
money.
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4. The 9 Building Blocks ofthe Business Lean Canvas Model

5. CreatingYourBusiness Lean
Canvas Model
It's an iterative process that requires testing and
refinement over time.
Start by identifying your target customer and their
needs, as well as the unique value proposition of your
business.
Don't be afraid to make assumptions and test them
out through customer feedback and experimentation.
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6. LET'S GETTOWORK!!