New Program Empowers Startups with an Under-appreciated Skill: Rapid Prototyping
A 6-week online cohort program offers hands-on learning and community support to startup founders looking to test their ideas.
In a bid to combat the preventably high failure rate of startups, the Traction Thinking Rapid Prototyping Cohort offers a game-changing solution. With its focus on rapid prototyping, this 6-week program aims to equip entrepreneurs with the skills and knowledge needed to build products and services that leave customers awestruck.
Unlike traditional theoretical courses, this program emphasizes active participation by having participants apply the material to their startup during the cohort. Through a series of live sessions, participants have the unique opportunity to collaborate with industry experts and workshop ways to prototype their business ideas, gaining valuable feedback and insights. This interactive approach fosters a supportive community where like-minded individuals can connect, exchange ideas, and establish meaningful relationships.
About the Program
The program boasts a wealth of resources designed to accelerate participants’ progress. An exclusive online community provides a platform for ongoing engagement and collaboration, allowing entrepreneurs to seek guidance from their peers and stay updated on the latest trends. In addition, a curated collection of articles, videos, and resources equips participants with the necessary tools to navigate the intricacies of rapid prototyping. Free templates are also provided to jumpstart the journey and facilitate swift progress.
Central to the program’s success is the hands-on workshopping of real ideas, but there is also a comprehensive curriculum, covering a wide range of essential topics. From hypotheses and testing to customer journeys and wow moments, participants delve into the intricacies of creating effective prototypes, recruiting customers for testing, conducting impactful interviews, and iterating rapidly. The program also guides participants in identifying their next steps and progressing towards successful implementation.
Timing and Pre-Qualifications
Launching in the latter half of June, the 6-week cohort program offers flexible timing to accommodate participants from diverse backgrounds and time zones. The weekly sessions will be conducted online and recorded, ensuring that participants have lifetime access to the valuable content and can revisit it at their convenience.
Prospective participants don’t need prior startup experience or a fully-formed business idea. Though the program works very well for those founders, the program also welcomes individuals with a startup idea or even just a problem they are passionate about solving. The program embraces a diverse range of ventures, including software/apps, physical products, brick and mortar establishments, and consulting services. While commitment and resilience are vital, no prior knowledge of startups, businesses, or prototyping is required.
Enrollment in the Rapid Prototyping Program costs $150, inclusive of all program benefits. In addition, participants should be prepared to dedicate a minimum of 8 hours per week to their startup endeavors. The program challenges participants to actively engage with customers, create prototypes, and validate their ideas. While support and guidance are readily available, the journey demands dedication and perseverance.
What Others Are Saying
Previous participants have lauded the transformative impact of the rapid prototyping program. One entrepreneur emphasized the tremendous value of the program, asserting that it exceeded expectations even at its current price point. Others reported learning how to refine their messaging and narrow their focus on target markets, leading to faster app launches and accelerated progress. The program’s commitment to pushing participants to grow and fostering a supportive environment was also widely appreciated.
In the words of program founder, Josh David Miller (JDM), “If you just want to favorite some Twitter threads, listen to some podcasts, sip lattes, and daydream about how awesome your idea is … then this program is not for you. On the other hand, if you want to get out and do — then you’re our kind of people, and this is for you.”
With its focus on rapid prototyping, the program empowers entrepreneurs to get out of their own heads, transform their ideas into reality, and contribute to the vibrant startup ecosystem in Sacramento.
Get Started
To embark on this transformative entrepreneurial journey, visit the Traction Thinking website and secure your spot today. The clock is ticking, and opportunity awaits those with the passion and determination to seize it.
ABOUT Josh David Miller
JDM (aka Josh David Miller) is an entrepreneur, speaker, startup advisor, and content creator who’s helped 100+ founders launch or grow their startup. His speciality is helping pre-seed and seed-stage startups find traction by challenging the way they think about entrepreneurship.
JDM regularly gives talks and workshops at home and abroad; offers coaching for pre-seed founders looking for early traction; and leads design sprints to help startups get from Seed to Series A. He’s also narrowing in on reviewing his 2000th startup pitch.
A passionate believer in giving first, JDM hosts weekly office hours on YouTube, helps organize 1 Million Cups, and mentors at Growth Factory, Techstars, Sac State, and other universities and accelerators. He is also the creator of the Startup Meditations podcast and video series, and co-host of the Zero to Traction podcast.Some call him “the shredder of business models.”
More info @ jdm.bio
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