Stanley Phoku
Startup Fundamentals
In this Curated Recipe, Stanley brings together a powerful selection of insights for early-stage entrepreneurs navigating the highs and lows of building a business. Featuring real stories and actionable strategies from founders, investors, and operators, Startup Fundamentals provides a grounded foundation for growth.
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About This Curated Recipe
In this Curated Recipe, Stanley brings together a powerful selection of insights for early-stage entrepreneurs navigating the highs and lows of building a business. Featuring real stories and actionable strategies from founders, investors, and operators, Startup Fundamentals provides a grounded foundation for growth.
Cover These 10 Perspectives
- How to overcome fear and gain confidence to start.
- Why loneliness is part of the journey—and how to manage it.
- Creative ways to get started without funding.
- How to build a product using lean iteration.
- Why financial literacy is key for founders.
- Tips for finding your first customers.
- Strategies for building strong partnerships.
- Why a bold vision matters in entrepreneurship.
- How to approach investors and partners with confidence.
- The value of staying flexible and learning from failure.
Who Is Our Heavy Chef?
Stanley Phoku is a dynamic entrepreneur and founder of the Eliashib Group of Companies, with a diverse portfolio across industries such as mining, energy, agriculture, and more. As a certified Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner and Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Stanley blends strategic thinking with creative problem-solving to unlock value in every venture.
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Learn from someone who speaks from a position of real authority, perspective and experience.
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Implement practical tips and techniques learned in the trenches - doing, rather than talking.
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