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From Ideas to Validation: Craig Elias Shares the Importance of Customer Interviews

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Craig Elias is an entrepreneur and the Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Bow Valley College. With over 20 years of experience, Craig is a seasoned expert in the field of entrepreneurship. He is passionate about helping individuals validate their business ideas through customer interviews. Craig's unique approach focuses on asking better questions and creating curiosity to gain valuable insights and feedback. As the founder of boutique sales consulting and a key player in running numerous online events, he is dedicated to helping more people become successful entrepreneurs. Craig's expertise and extensive knowledge make him a valuable guest on Shed Talk, where he shares his insights and strategies to help entrepreneurs thrive in their ventures.

Your parents' opinion doesn't matter. Your friend's opinion doesn't matter. You've got to figure out who's going to pay you to solve this problem. Only the people that are paying you, that's the person or people whose opinion matters. - Craig Elias

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Gain valuable insights and feedback by validating your business ideas through customer interviews.
  • Discover the importance of taking action in entrepreneurship and how it can drive your success.
  • Learn the key strategies and techniques for effectively validating your business ideas through customer interviews.
  • Explore the Draper University program, a renowned institution for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to gain valuable knowledge and resources.
  • Discover how the 150 Startups initiative is empowering post-secondary students to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.
  • Gain valuable insights and support for your entrepreneurial journey through this podcast, filled with practical tips and advice.
  • Unlock the secrets to effectively validating your business ideas, ensuring your success in the marketplace.
  • Learn from real-life entrepreneurs and their experiences with validating business ideas through customer interviews.
  • Discover the power of customer interviews in helping you understand your target market and tailor your business strategies accordingly.
  • Explore the importance of feedback from customers in refining and improving your business offerings.

Get Connected With Craig:

https://bowvalleycollege.ca/about/faculty-staff#modal-23

https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigelias

So, are you ready to shed the talk and embark on a journey of self-discovery, innovation, and inspiration? Subscribe now to "Shed Talk with Kevin Halliday" and be part of a community that dares to venture beyond boundaries.

Get Connected with Kevin:

  continue reading

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Craig Elias is an entrepreneur and the Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Bow Valley College. With over 20 years of experience, Craig is a seasoned expert in the field of entrepreneurship. He is passionate about helping individuals validate their business ideas through customer interviews. Craig's unique approach focuses on asking better questions and creating curiosity to gain valuable insights and feedback. As the founder of boutique sales consulting and a key player in running numerous online events, he is dedicated to helping more people become successful entrepreneurs. Craig's expertise and extensive knowledge make him a valuable guest on Shed Talk, where he shares his insights and strategies to help entrepreneurs thrive in their ventures.

Your parents' opinion doesn't matter. Your friend's opinion doesn't matter. You've got to figure out who's going to pay you to solve this problem. Only the people that are paying you, that's the person or people whose opinion matters. - Craig Elias

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Gain valuable insights and feedback by validating your business ideas through customer interviews.
  • Discover the importance of taking action in entrepreneurship and how it can drive your success.
  • Learn the key strategies and techniques for effectively validating your business ideas through customer interviews.
  • Explore the Draper University program, a renowned institution for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to gain valuable knowledge and resources.
  • Discover how the 150 Startups initiative is empowering post-secondary students to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams.
  • Gain valuable insights and support for your entrepreneurial journey through this podcast, filled with practical tips and advice.
  • Unlock the secrets to effectively validating your business ideas, ensuring your success in the marketplace.
  • Learn from real-life entrepreneurs and their experiences with validating business ideas through customer interviews.
  • Discover the power of customer interviews in helping you understand your target market and tailor your business strategies accordingly.
  • Explore the importance of feedback from customers in refining and improving your business offerings.

Get Connected With Craig:

https://bowvalleycollege.ca/about/faculty-staff#modal-23

https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigelias

So, are you ready to shed the talk and embark on a journey of self-discovery, innovation, and inspiration? Subscribe now to "Shed Talk with Kevin Halliday" and be part of a community that dares to venture beyond boundaries.

Get Connected with Kevin:

  continue reading

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