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The 5 Elements of the Launch Loop

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Around 2008, Chick-fil-A decided to launch an innovative practice.  We wanted to learn how to do it a responsible manner, so we began visiting companies that were thought leaders in their respective industries.

It became clear that we needed a new process that could be replicated and taught to folks throughout our organization.  This process could help us launch new menu items, service procedures, restaurant designs and forward-thinking ideas in virtually every area of the business. [Read more…] about The 5 Elements of the Launch Loop

Build a Network of Peers: Why and How to Start

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Steven Covey, author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People said:

“Interdependent people combine their own efforts with the efforts of others to achieve their greatest success.”

From the small but effective teamwork of a basketball team, to the interdependent collaboration of a massive business to achieve a common goal… examples of teamwork and community are everywhere. The true value of this collaboration is sometimes missed. It’s easy to forget, particularly in the busyness of launching something new, that we need teamwork and community to succeed and even more importantly, sustain that success. [Read more…] about Build a Network of Peers: Why and How to Start

Launch Youniversity’s Year in Review: 5 Things You Might Have Missed

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This was a big year for Launch Youniversity. We did what we encourage others to do every day:  We launched. It’s been an incredible few months interviewing other launchers on our podcast and sharing our experiences with you—both good and bad—through our blog and Facebook page. [Read more…] about Launch Youniversity’s Year in Review: 5 Things You Might Have Missed

Imagine: The Second Step in The Pathway to Launch Sequence

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After understanding the needs of your customers or audience, you might be asking yourself, “What now?”

This is where the true fun begins, friends. After recognizing the challenges and opportunities your customers face, the next step in this process is the imagine phase. [Read more…] about Imagine: The Second Step in The Pathway to Launch Sequence

How to Overcome the Fear of Launching

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You have this great idea, product or service that often consumes your waking hours…
You have a burning passion to share it with those who you know you can help…
You can visualize yourself finding joy and fulfillment if you move forward…

But, you just can’t bring yourself to take the big step to launch. [Read more…] about How to Overcome the Fear of Launching