V2MOM: Why a Simple One-Page Strategy is Critical for Growth
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Good morning Caffeinators!
Happy hump day and welcome to another stacked newsletter to push you through the week.
As well as your usual daily shot, we’re bringing you part two of our ‘Beyond Borders’ series which can help startups crack the code for global success.
We’ve also got a wrap of all the epic kiwis representing at SXSW across the ditch this week, a must-listen-to pod and more Musk mania.
Have a great day.
Finn & the Caffeine team
University of Auckland's CIE Celebrates 21 Years of Innovation and Impact: The University of Auckland’s Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) celebrates 21 years of empowering students and staff to launch innovative ventures. Highlights include the creation of 292 ventures, $4.2 billion raised by alumni, and more than 3,760 jobs created. CIE has supported notable successes like Kami and Wayve, while fostering entrepreneurship across various sectors, including MedTech, AgriTech, and renewable energy. The Centre’s programs, like the Velocity $100k Challenge, provide hands-on learning and mentorship to drive innovation and entrepreneurial growth. More here.
Growth Workshop with Kagan Sen from Canva Japan: Strategies for Scaling Globally: Join Canva Japan's Kagan Sen for a Growth Workshop focused on strategies for scaling businesses into new markets. Drawing from his experience at Canva, Kagan will provide insights on market expansion, overcoming growth challenges, and driving business success. The event includes interactive discussions and networking opportunities for participants looking to grow their companies internationally. For more information, visit the Eventbrite page.
How the Reserve Bank wants to unlock Māori access to capital: Māori are too often underserved by the financial system and have limited access to capital and financial products, says Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr following the most recent report from the Business and Economy Research LTD on the state of the Māori Economy. Mike McRoberts from the NBR has a great wrap of the findings and some potential solutions to a long standing problem. Read more here.
A column about competing in international markets. And winning.
We’re back with our brand new column with Heather Gadonniex. Heather is a US born and bred tech executive specialised in GTM. As CMO and Operating Partner at GD1, she’s passionate about translating best practices for growth and scale to the NZ ecosystem. She also serves as an Independent Director and Pavilion Envoy.
V2MOM: Why a Simple One-Page Strategy is Critical for Growth
It’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of scaling into new markets—launching new products, building your brand and boosting sales, or chasing after partnerships—but amidst all this, one critical factor often gets overlooked: a clear, simple strategy that everyone understands and rallies around.
The secret sauce to overcoming the chaos is clear communication and alignment, which you’d know I’m a sucker for if you read my last column. Clarity creates a cohesive culture and sets you up for velocity, enabling companies to move at a fast clip. The faster you move WITHOUT breaking things, the more likely you’ll succeed when entering international markets. If there is one thing that rings true, it’s that US companies move fast. You have to keep up - and outpace - to win.
If you want to crack the code for sustainable, efficient growth, V2MOM is your go-to tool. Read more here.
Aotearoa’s Brightest Innovators Prepare to Take on SXSW Sydney 2024
As SXSW Sydney 2024 commences, Kiwi entrepreneurs and innovators are preparing to take the stage at one of the world’s most influential events. Described as a ‘premiere destination for discovery’ SXSW brings together the latest in music, film, entrepreneurship, and technology. And this year in Sydney, New Zealand’s change-makers are set to showcase the innovative spirit that uniquely positions Aotearoa for global impact. With our long history of breaking new ground, New Zealand startups and entrepreneurs are not just attending—they’re stepping onto the global stage with a point to prove, aiming to be among the highlights of this year’s event. Rodney Macfarlane takes a look at who’s on stage. Read more here.
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Welcome back to Girls That Startup, a weekly series that spills the tea on how to create a seven-figure side hustle - because no one saves their way to wealth. You’re joined by Sim, a seven-figure business owner, and Maia, an entrepreneur in the making. This week, Sim and Maia dive into how to manage stress and work-life balance while running successful businesses. From handling chaotic workloads to learning that stress is a constant in entrepreneurship, they share practical strategies to keep moving forward. Tune in for honest reflections on business challenges and discover tips for reducing stress, prioritising tasks, and building a support system.
Were the Optimus robots at Tesla’s Cybercab event humans in disguise?
Between Space X catching a falling rocket, the RoboTaxi event and humanoid robots serving drink - Musk has had a busy week. However as the Verge and others are reporting, at least the last of those might have been more smoke and mirrors than actual innovation. Read more here.
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