Dear All,

in50Hrs is where ideasmiths (entrepreneurs) work with developers and designers to create a demo in a 50 hour sprint to completion. Here's frequently asked questions to help clear up how the event works.

I have an idea I want to build out, what can I expect at the event?

At the outset, a hearty congratulations for taking the necessary first step in your journey! At the event you can expect to meet developers and designers with different skill sets who are willing to join you. Some adaptation maybe necessary and that will require you to come up with creative alternatives. In fact, you are encouraged to reach out into your own personal networks to bring colleagues with you. Some of them might be working full-time jobs and simply need a small nudge from you to take a step forward and work with you. At the event you will also find mentors with experience in new product development who will lend their time to guide you on what you will need to create a viable prototype.

How important is my idea pitch?

At the event, those attending will get to vote up the ideas they wish to work on. Ensure that you clearly explain 'why' the world needs the idea to the participants and how you intend to get it done within the time allocated. Everyone's opinion will matter in it's own small way. We've seen that well explained ideas often make it to the development and the demo stage. Bruce has had experience pitching at in50Hrs and do have a look at his comments below.

Is an idea necessary?

No. If you've got new product development or design skills, you are welcome to join in with or without an idea. You won't need an idea at the start of the event. Instead, you can select an idea / ideasmith and join up with his team. There will be entrepreneurs at the event looking out for teammates with specific skills that are valuable to them.

What if someone were to steal my ideas?

Ask experienced entrepreneurs. They will tell you that ideas are a dime-a-dozen and are not valuable by themselves. In50Hrs is a great opportunity to get up in front of your peers and invite them to build out ideas that are gathering dust in your head. Always remember the sage advice that followers seek leadership. If you won't advance your idea into reality, someone else will get to it eventually if it is worth anything at all.

What are the most valuable skills to have?

If you have any more questions, I'd be happy to answer them in the comments below. To register your participation, visit in50Hrs.com.

Best regards,

Santosh Dawara.