7 Paths to a Successful Startup

Want to know what it really takes to build a successful business? In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I sit down with Lori Rosenkopf, Vice Dean of Entrepreneurship at the Wharton School and author of Unstoppable Entrepreneurs: 7 Paths for Unleashing Successful Startups and Creating Value Through Innovation. Lori shares insights on the seven different paths to startup success, from bootstrapping and business pivots to disruptive innovation and venture capital. Whether you're a small business owner, startup founder, or entrepreneur looking for growth strategies, this conversation will help you navigate challenges, leverage your strengths, and find your own unique path to success. Today we discussed: [00:00] Opening [00:09] Introducing Lori Rosenkopf [00:53] Telling Real Entrepreneur Stories [03:59] The Six R's [06:33] The Realities of Disrupting the Market [07:37] Bootstrapping [09:58] Technology Commercializers [11:17] Accidental Entrepreneur [15:20] Defining Innovation More About Lori Rosenkopf: Check out Lori Rosenkopf's Website: https://executiveeducation.wharton.upenn.edu/faculty/lori-rosenkopf/ Connect with Lori Rosenkopf on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-rosenkopf-5453a3b6/ Read Unstoppable Entrepreneurs: 7 Paths for Unleashing Successful Startups and Creating Value through Innovationl Guide by Lori Rosenkopf: https://amzn.to/41vVJKz Rate, Review, & Follow If you liked this episode, please rate and review the show. Let us know what you loved most about the episode. Struggling with strategy? Unlock your free AI-powered prompts now and start building a winning strategy today! 👉 Get Your Free Prompts: https://dtm.world/freeprompts

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Insightful interviews with authors, experts, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders who share valuable marketing tips, growth strategies, and resources. Hosted by John Jantsch, one of America's top small business marketing experts, this show is dedicated to helping you craft effective marketing strategies that will grow your business. Whether you're a small business owner, marketing professional, or marketing agency owner, you'll gain valuable insights and actionable advice on topics such as marketing strategy, consulting, social media marketing, content marketing, SEO, email marketing, lead generation, business management, entrepreneurship and much more. With over 900 episodes since its inception in 2005, The Duct Tape Marketing podcast is your go-to resource for all things marketing or business growth. Join us each week as we dive into the latest marketing trends and strategies that will help you achieve your business goals. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from the best in the business. Tune in to The Duct Tape Marketing podcast and start listening today!