1. Find your passion

• Identify Your Passion: Focus on something you care deeply about or are curious about.
• Assess Your Skills: Evaluate your strengths, weaknesses, and experiences.
• Understand Your Risk Tolerance: Entrepreneurship involves uncertainty; know how much risk you're willing to take.

2. Research and Idea Validation

• Find a Problem to Solve: Great businesses solve real problems or meet specific needs.
• Conduct Market Research: Identify your target audience, market size, and competitors.
• Validate Your Idea: Test your idea with potential customers through surveys, interviews, or small-scale pilots.

3. Develop a Business Plan

• Mission and Vision: Define your goals and what success looks like.
• Business Model: Outline how your business will make money (e.g., product sales, subscriptions, services).
• Marketing Strategy: Plan how you’ll reach your customers (e.g., online ads, social media, partnerships).
• Financial Plan: Include budgets, pricing, and funding needs.

4. Build a Network

• Find a Mentor: Seek advice from experienced entrepreneurs or industry experts.
• Join Communities: Engage with local entrepreneur groups, accelerators, or networking events like your 'Caparica Founders Breakfast.'
• Leverage Social Media: Connect with industry peers and potential customers online.