Next Generation Entrepreneurs

Next Generation Entrepreneurs is the first volume of the Success Factor Modeling series by renowned author and consultant Robert Dilts. Success Factor ModelingTM is a methodology whose purpose is to identify key characteristics and capabilities shared by successful entrepreneurs, teams and ventures. It then applies these to define specific processes and skills that can be used by others to greatly increase their chances of producing impact and achieving success. Next Generation Entrepreneurs presents models, tools, exercises, illustrations and case examples - of both world famous and everyday entrepreneurs - that will help you understand how to create your own "Circle of Success" and create a business aligned with your life purpose. Entrepreneurs are individuals who are willing to take personal, professional and financial responsibility and risk in order to pursue opportunity. The entrepreneurial spirit has been a driving force for social and economic growth and advancement throughout human history. In recent years, a new generation of entrepreneurs has emerged who are interested in much more than financial gain. Characterized by people like Steve Jobs, Richard Branson and Elon Musk, this new generation of entrepreneurs is also deeply committed to living their dreams and making a better world through their projects or ventures. By combining personal ambition with the desire for contribution, growth and fulfillment they have made game-changing and world-changing innovations that have transformed the way we live and do business. This book is for people who have a similar vision and are willing to make a conscious decision to become more passionate, purposeful and creative, and to learn to become a "Next Generation Entrepreneur."

Introduction - Success Factor ModelingA Changing WorldMeeting the Challenges of ChangeModelingSuccess Factor ModelingTMBasic Steps of the Success Factor Modeling ProcessChapter 1 - From Vision to Action: Key Levels of Success FactorsSummary of Success FactorsCritical Success Factors QuestionnaireThe Allegory of the Six Stone-WorkersHolons and HolarchiesEgo and SoulVision, Mission, Ambition and RoleThe Example of the "Miracle on the Hudson"Aligning Ego and SoulExercise: The COACH State - Integrating Ego and Soul into a "Holon"Ego, Soul and OrganizationsDefining Vision, Mission, Ambition and RoleExploring Your Own Vision, Mission, Ambition and RoleEgo and Soul Worksheet for IndividualsReflections and ConclusionChapter 2 - Next Generation Entrepreneurship and the SFM Circle of Success™The Silicon Valley PhenomenonEntrepreneurshipA New Generation of EntrepreneursThe "Three Jewels" of ZentrepreneurshipFive Keys to "Creating a World to Which People Want to Belong"Modeling Next Generation EntrepreneursThe SFM Circle of SuccessTMThe SFM Circle of Success and the Five Keys to Creating a World to Which People Want to BelongIntegrating Passion, Vision, Mission, Ambition and Role with the SFM Circle of SuccessSelf and IdentityCustomers and MarketTeam Members and EmployeesStakeholders and InvestorsPartners and AlliancesThe Influence of Context and the "Field of Innovation" on the Circle of SuccessThe Law of Requisite Variety and the Field of InnovationSuccess Factor Case Example: Powerset's Barney PellSuccess Factor Case Example: IBM's Samuel PalmisanoConclusion: Starting Your Own Circle of SuccessChapter 3-Becoming a SuccessWhat is Success?Win-Win ResultsSuccess and "Self"The "Spirit" of ProsperityBeing True to Yourself and Your DreamsTaking Risks and Facing FailureFamous FailuresPerceiving Failures as FeedbackFinding Support and SponsorshipGathering Your AlliesDealing with Uncertainty and Getting "Lucky"The Importance of Preparation and PracticeCultivating Your "Luck Factor"Success Factor Case Example: Tidal Wave Technologies' Mark FitzpatrickMark Fitzpatrick's Circle of SuccessSuccess Factor Case Example: Cindana TurkatteThe Role of Women as EntrepreneursReflections on the Success Factor Case ExamplesKnowing YourselfIdentity Level Elicitation ProcessExpressing and Anchoring Your PassionExploring the Center of Your Circle of Success Through the Identity MatrixGenerative ComplementaritiesTransforming Polarities into Generative ComplementaritiesThe Identity Assessment TemplateChapter SummaryChapter 4 - Creating the FutureThe Journey of IdentityEntrepreneurial VisionIdentifying Potential Customers and Their NeedsGenerative Vision ExerciseCreativity Catalysts"More of/Less of" ChartFormulating a Vision StatementConnecting Your Vision with Your CharismaCommunicating Your Vision with Authentic CharismaClarifying the Mission of Your Venture or TeamIdentifying Potential Team MembersCommunicating Your MissionMission Statement WorksheetAmbition, Vision and MotivationSetting Your AmbitionsAmbition, Passion and the Identity MatrixRole Models, Competitors and AdvisorsIdentifying Potential StakeholdersAssessing Motivation WorksheetEstablishing the Role of Your Project or VentureIdentifying Potential PartnersExploring Win-Win PartnershipsVision and Ambition Worksheet for New Ventures and ProjectsEnriching Your Circle of SuccessExamples of Defining a Generative Circle of SuccessSuccess Factor Case Example: Apple's Steve JobsChapter SummaryConclusion - Making Your "Elevator Pitch"What is an Elevator Pitch?Preparing Your PitchExample of Pitch Preparation for the "Generative Venture CommunityPresenting With PassionNext Steps