$100 Dollars And Determination Created Glappitnova
We had difficulties finding the right tech talent, and were tired of things being so segregated in Chicago. We were great at interconnecting people, so we decided to create a fun learning experience out of it. There were so many different parties, sub-cultures, and industry specific events, but there was a lack of community across all millennials. So we set out to create a community that would cater to millennials that might not happen to know each other. We began planning for our first event as a starting point to see what would happen from there.
“It wasn’t an issue of being less experienced, it was more of an issue of being laughed at for trying. “
Sometimes transitioning into entrepreneurship can be difficult. Whether it was meeting with a Chicago billionaire in the conceptual stages, all the way to a talented unknown starving artist, we knew we had something great in the making. We are the crazies. For us, it was all about pulling this event off within a month, with only $100. Talk about time management.
How We Did It
- We wrote down the 3 key things, and focus on executing that with what we had.
- We stuck with the plan. You can’t create plan A while thinking about plan B. You can always adjust later.
- Test the concept with a small group. It doesn’t have to be extremely large, but it must be analyzed. So when you scale up, you will be more prepared for the unknown.
- For us we surveyed neighborhoods in Chicago that would potentially give us a chance, and fit well with our concept. Wicker Park seemed to be the best option, and everything was walkable.
- Collaborate with the right people that want to do something. You just have to find them.
- Go out there being the best you can be, and do it better than anyone else. Everyone can go to the grocery store and buy food, but everyone can’t cook it like you can.
- If you see other people doing awesome things you’re attracted to, show them some support. They might be the help you need on your journey.
- Don’t be a push over. Be assertive, nice, and confident in making tough decisions.
- Stay humble, and let them do all of the talking. Speak up when necessary, and always be attentive.
- You must focus. That might mean being unavailable most of the time.
- Documentation is key. People might think you are full of shit. Just have the receipts ready upon request.
Thanks To Our First Storytellers For Giving Us A Chance
Joshua Tsui: President of Robomodo INC
Marc Uible: Director of The Numbered Days
Tom Cullen: Co-Founder of Launch Pad Lab
Ryan Doris: IFPA Pro Bodybuilder
Boy Illinois: Musical Artist
Dan Salls: Owner of The Salsa Truck
Gabrielle Aguirre: Community Relations Chicago White Sox
Marc Moran: Entrepreneur
Montana Crady: Architectural Model Shop Manager
Robert Lega: Product Development 1Facewatch
Priya Shah: Co-Founder of The Simple Good,
Tara Flocco: Director of Public Relations at Music Dealers
Brittany Applegate: Marketer
Jessica Williams: Creator of Tech Biz Gurl
Michael Leach: Assistant to the Head Coach at Chicago Bears
Jeannette Pawula: Executive Director of Charity 4 Life
Piper Robbins: Territory Manager of Lomography
Go For It
“Don’t let people, your current situations, or family be your dream killers. If you are going to jump off that cliff, you must accept the repercussions. The right people will find you especially when they see your ACTIONS of passion, and determination. ” We are still on that journey, and it’s tough. At the end of the day, we know we are going in the right direction. We’re not experts, and we don’t know everything. Which is fine, but we are constantly learning and pushing our limits to the max. We might be quiet at times, but we are always three steps ahead and three steps smarter. What happened for our second Glappitnova will be up next week. Subscribe to our Facebook, we share different content on that page that we think you may like.
