Business Design: From Idea to Action Plan
A course by Pablo Lascurain , Entrepreneur

Understand the process behind designing a business from scratch and explore the different elements to consider in its planning
Setting up a business can seem overwhelming at first, but in reality all you need is some organization and the right balance between certain key elements. This is the belief of Pablo Lascurain, founder of eight companies and active within the startup community across Latin America. He specializes in forging the best path through the world of business, whether finding solutions or scaling organizations.
In this course, Pablo Lascurain teaches you how to design your business from scratch. Discover his logical step-by-step process and analyze all the pieces of the puzzle, from defining the product and market to the financial model. Get ready to bring your ideas to life and give the pitch of a lifetime!
What will you learn in this online course?
14 lessons & 13 downloads
- 97% positive reviews (262)
- 8,322 students
- 14 lessons (2h 18m)
- 13 additional resources (6 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Design a business in the sector of your choice, from the strategy down to the last key structuring elements.

Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone wanting to start their own business, no matter the sector or industry.
Requirements and materials
You need to be familiar with Google Slides and Google Docs to take this course.
In terms of materials, all you need is a computer.

Reviews

Pablo Lascurain
A course by Pablo Lascurain
Pablo Lascurain is a full-time entrepreneur. He has founded a total of eight companies and currently runs inDIP, a consultancy firm that focuses on solving the more complex issues faced by businesses. Over the last few years, he has had the privilege of helping thousands of entrepreneurs via Startup Grind, 4Founders, and 4Women Forum.
His work aims to find the best way of managing businesses, whether that's problem-solving, scaling organizations, or implementing new technologies. He is an active participant in the organization and development of startups and investments across Latin America. He has also personally invested in 12 startups, is on the board of five companies, and a consultant for two venture capital funds.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
The idea
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What is your idea?
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Why would they hire you?
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Who is your competition?
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Who is your market?
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Value proposition: Why would they choose you?
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The manifesto
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U3
The business
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Business model and financial model: How are they made?
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Financial projections
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Selection of partners and team
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U4
The company: implementation begins
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From strategic plan to deck 1
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From strategic plan to deck 2
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The pitch
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FP
Final project
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Business design: from idea to action plan
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FAQs
This course is designed for entrepreneurs, freelancers, creative professionals, and anyone interested in understanding and applying disruptive innovation theories to develop unique value propositions and business models.
While prior experience isn’t required, having a basic understanding of entrepreneurship, creativity, or business will help you get the most out of the content and practical exercises.
You’ll learn to apply theories like Disruptive Innovation, Job to Be Done, The Dip, and Linchpin to craft innovative value propositions, identify target markets, analyze competitors, and design sustainable business models.
All you need is internet access, a device to connect with, and preferably a notebook for jotting down notes. Being open to analyzing case studies and applying concepts to your own projects is recommended.
Disruptive Innovation theory explains how new companies transform existing markets by creating accessible, affordable solutions for underserved segments, shifting competitive dynamics.
The Job to Be Done approach helps you pinpoint the real need your product or service fulfills for customers, enabling you to design solutions and value propositions that truly match their expectations and challenges.
The Dip refers to the tough, stagnant phase you go through before mastering a skill or business. Recognizing it and pushing through is essential to succeed and stand out.
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es un curso muy completo y esclarecedor
Un curso sencillo, claro y excelente para tomar el primer impulso para diseñar un nuevo emprendimiento.
He visto los primeros video sy me esta encantando, muy claro y muy motivador. Espero con ansias terminar el curso!!
Lo recomiendo como punto de partida para quienes están iniciando un negocio, ya que es un curso básico, muy específico y con un enfoque totalmente práctico que facilita la aplicación inmediata.
Muy buen curso