Here is a brief outline of the first four weeks and the following four months.  Participants will receive a more detailed schedule and reference book.  You should plan on two days of training per week for the first four weeks and then one half day per week for the remainder of the program.  All training is extremely practical and pertinent to your goals. 

First week                                                       

• Welcome!                                                                                                    
• Install your team in the offices                  
• Essential admin: Create company documents, open bank documents, etc.
• 2-day Training: Elevator pitch
• A quick celebration before getting down to work!

Second Week

• 2-day Training: Lean Startup method
• Create basic web site
• Create work plan for the remaining 4.5 months

Third Week                                                    

• 2-day Training: Client development        
• Refine business model                                 
• Improve web site                                          
• Select Lead Mentor                                      

Fourth Week

• 2-day Training: Business plan and company presentation
• Share results of client visits
• Start building/refining product

Second Month

• Roll out beta product
• Iterate product through client feedback
• Improve web site
• Practice company presentation in front of a group
• Refine business model

Third Month

• Iterate product through client feedback
• Refine business model
• Create first draft of executive summary
• Marketing and sales efforts

Fourth Month

• Yes – iterate product based on client feedback
• Create investor quality business plan
• Perfect company presentation
• Further marketing and sales activities

Fifth Month

• Close some deals!
• Meet with investors
• Prepare for demo day
• Graduate!