3-4 weeks program

MVP Launchpad: Idea to Market in Four Weeks

Challenge

The journey from a nascent idea to a launched product is fraught with challenges, from refining the concept to creating a viable product and attracting the first customers. Startups need to navigate product development, market fit, and user acquisition within a tight timeframe to succeed. The faster you do this, the more time you get to adapt to market needs, but getting that done can be difficult and stressful.

Our Solution

The MVP Launchpad retreat is a high-intensity program that leverages the principles of agile development, lean startup methodologies, and rapid prototyping. Our guided process ensures that each week is focused on a specific milestone, moving teams from ideation, through development and testing, to launch and customer acquisition.

Program Benefits

  • Accelerated Development: Move from idea to MVP in just four weeks.

  • Market Validation: Test and refine your product with real-time user feedback.

  • Growth Hacking: Develop and implement marketing strategies to attract your first customers.

  • Mentorship and Support: Access to experienced mentors and industry experts.

  • Investor Readiness: Prepare your pitch and materials for potential investors.

Who This Is For

The MVP Launchpad is ideal for:

  • Startup teams ready to commit to an intensive development schedule.

  • Entrepreneurs wanting to rapidly test and launch a new product.

  • Business units within larger companies looking to innovate and bring new products to market quickly.

  • Creators and innovators seeking a structured approach to rapid product development.

Program Outline

Week 1: Ideation and Product Definition

  • Day 1-2: Ideation Workshops and Team Building

  • Day 3-5: Market Analysis, User Personas, and Product Conceptualization

Week 2: Development Sprint

  • Day 6-10: Technical Feasibility Studies, Architecture Planning, and MVP Development Begins

Week 3: MVP Development and User Testing

  • Day 11-15: Continued MVP Development, Iterative User Testing, and Feedback Integration

Week 4: Market Preparation and Launch

  • Day 16-19: Final MVP Polishing, Marketing Material Creation, and Go-to-Market Strategy

  • Day 20-22: Soft Launch, Initial User Onboarding, and Market Feedback Collection

  • Day 23-24: Investor Pitch Preparation, Business Model Refinement

  • Day 25-26: Official Launch Event, Celebration, and Retrospective

Weekend Activities (Throughout):

  • Relaxation and Rejuvenation Activities

  • Group Reflection Sessions

  • Mentor-Led Roundtable Discussions

Post-Retreat Support:

  • Follow-up Sessions

  • Access to a Network of Advisors and Potential Investors

Customise this program

For teams seeking a profound transformation, reach out so we can create the perfect Growth Getaway for your team.

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Our approach

Direction

No two business retreats are the same. We want to understand your goals as a company and how the business retreat can best support that.

Your Program

We draft a custom program, select possible accommodations and activities and send you a detailed proposal including budget.

Arrangements

We will set a timeline and (once agreed) book all of the accommodations, activities, food & drinks, workspace and transport. We'll share a full itinerary and program schedule to all team members.

Arrival

On your travel days, we will pick you up at the airport in Lisbon and make sure you settle in nicely in our wonderful town.

Getaway

During your Getaway, you will be accompanied by our workshop facilitators, experts and locals who guide you when you need them.

Aftercare

We will check in with you regularly to see if your goals are met. After the Getaway we always check in with you to help support the long term goals and changes that started during your Getaway.

Our approach

Direction

No two business retreats are the same. We want to understand your goals as a company and how the business retreat can best support that.

Your Program

We draft a custom program, select possible accommodations and activities and send you a detailed proposal including budget.

Arrangements

We will set a timeline and (once agreed) book all of the accommodations, activities, food & drinks, workspace and transport. We'll share a full itinerary and program schedule to all team members.

Arrival

On your travel days, we will pick you up at the airport in Lisbon and make sure you settle in nicely in our wonderful town.

Getaway

During your Getaway, you will be accompanied by our workshop facilitators, experts and locals who guide you when you need them.

Aftercare

We will check in with you regularly to see if your goals are met. After the Getaway we always check in with you to help support the long term goals and changes that started during your Getaway.