Countdown to startup - 18 days for Stage I

Day 2
Spent yesterday organizing and assembling all of my notes, ides, files, etc. to assemble the startup for 2005. I also spent part of the day on the phone requesting participation or following up on previous commitments. I will post in a separate location a downloadable file the rules of Stage I, however the following is a quick overview:

• research the market and validate under/unserved markets with attractive economics for potential solution
• solidify brand promise and products/services for delivery
• business and marketing plans in place
• assemble the best possible team of associates for a blend of expertise and products/services to round out the portfolio - goal is breath and depth that is congruent
  
• have the absolute minimum viable product/service offer for execution (sales) in the shortest period of time
  
• ensure infrastructure and resources available to delight the customer (and suppliers) early for improvements and referrals
• personal selling from the executive team
  

We have 18 days to complete all the steps required to be ready for sales on Monday, 24 JAN 05. - stay tuned.