Running Lean, 3rd Edition

Chapter 15. Epilogue

I started this book by stating that no methodology can guarantee success, but I promised a repeatable and practical process for building products—one that raises your odds for success.

I hope you feel I have delivered on that promise.

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There’s never been a better time than the present to act on your “big idea.” Thanks for reading, and here’s to your success!

I’ve summarized the key takeaways from this book as a manifesto, below.

The BOOTSTART Manifesto

1. Entrepreneurs Are Everywhere

While its inhabitants may look different and speak different languages, the world is flatter than it’s ever been. We are living through a global entrepreneurial renaissance that can be witnessed in the worldwide explosion of university entrepreneurial programs, startup accelerators, and corporate innovation incubators in just the last five years.

We all want the same things, and fear the same things.

2. The Persona of the Garage Entrepreneur Has Changed

Entrepreneurs are no longer just “guys in a garage.” They can be found in all walks of life. The reasons for this sudden spike can be attributed to a few key factors, such as:

Rising student debt

Total student debt in the United States recently crossed the $1 trillion mark. We are still training the next generation to be workers at an ever-increasing ...