This week I experienced two examples of what’s possible by living a truly purposeful life. Both examples happened on the same day, at the same place, and for the same reasons – is that any surprise?
Example #1 – Makin’ Bac’n
How do you take something as simple as bacon and turn it into a business? I’d like you to meet Scott Kventon – the biggest fan of bacon I’ve ever met. This week, Scott shared his story of the fast track start to his first business that went from concept to revenue in less than two months. It’s the epitome of what a small group of passionate entrepreneurs can accomplish.
Scott’s the founder and inspiration behind the coolest site about bacon I’ve ever seen… http://bacn.com/. In fact, it’s the first website about bacon I’ve ever seen. Scott’s passion for the pig, coupled with his knowledge and endless energy, have resulted in a sustainable business that started from his garage.
So, what did I learn? First, I learned more than I could have hoped about bacon. He had me at “hello,” as I’ve been a fan of the pig for quite some time now. More importantly, what I learned was that if you’re not passionate about what you’re doing, you’d better watch out because there will be someone who is — and it’s likely they will kick your ass.
The next generation of entrepreneurs is a unique group of individuals. They talk fast, they think fast, and they ACT fast! On top of it all, they’re having fun. If you can’t see this from BACN.COM, then you should unsubscribe from this blog and never come here again. If it’s as clear as the nose on your face, then you get it.
Example #2 – Energizer Bunny
Take an empty office building, add a dose of brilliance — and you have NedSpace. Josh Friedman and his partners are onto something big.
NedSpace is a new concept to me — providing rented desk space for young start-ups on the cheap. The thing makes this such a value is not the $175/month desk but the ENERGY that you feel by being around other driven entrepreneurs. By renting offices and desks to serial entrepreneurs, they provide an atmosphere that can’t be replicated by working from home. NedSpace is a great concept which takes advantage of the glut of office space that’s out there, while creating a great environment for start-ups to work and collaborate. My only question is — why don’t I have my office here? Nicely done, Josh!
Tags: Benchmarking, Collaboration, Culture, Energy, Purpose
The concept of NedSpace is one I read about a year ago and haven’t stopped thinking about since. I definitely want to check it out the next time life brings me to Portland. The challenge is in taking the brilliantly simple concept and providing significant value-add without interfering with the simplicity. John, the seeds you planted in my head three years ago continue to flourish. Sincerest thanks for the effect your purposeful life has had on mine.