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How to get the most out of TiEcon 2014 …

by AV George

Our short and sweet winter is round the corner when the winds turn nippy, the leaves curl up in shiver and sun refuses to come out in flourish. So also TiEcon 2014 ready with the stories of entrepreneurial successes and failures , the congregation of more than 100 speakers, mentors and investors – and 1500 expectant delegates , who walk in to soak the wisdom– years and years of entrepreneurial wisdom. A plethora of information can be gathered from TiEcon 2014 which you can’t get from the internet/social media/TV, etc.  It therefore helps to plan, to get the most out of this knowledge resource.

What is the most important thing I want to get in these two days?

• Am I there for funds from my venture?
• Am I there for ideas?
• Am I there to network for myself?
• Am I there for mentoring?
• Am I there to just soak in?

Which tracks should I attend and which speakers should I hear?

TiEcons are multi track events and you will miss out on some events since there are several programs happening at the same time. Please plan in advance to not miss out your favorite speakers

What should I carry to the TiEcon?

• Plenty of business cards
• Your writing instrument – a note book , an iPad to not miss writing down those nuggets of wisdom which please you
• An open mind to learn

And finally,

How do I know if I had two great days?

• I met and connected with plenty of seniors, peers and juniors
• I answered some of the business and life questions that troubled my mind
• I have celebrated entrepreneurship with many other
• I feel energized to take on the world from 7th Dec
• I feel I can walk my dreams – however difficult it may seem

We welcome you on 5th December to hear, imbibe and dream. At TiE Kerala, we promise you that we will do whatever we can, to help you walk your dream. As the great French Philosopher, Albert Camus said – ‘ Don’t follow us – we are not leaders , Do expect us to follow you , we are not followers, but we will walk with you in this journey ‘ … That is a promise we can make !