Here is a great blog posting by Steven Blank -- "Why governments don't get startups". He makes a point that I heartily agree with (and have been trying to articulate) -- there are different types of start-ups and that government policy needs to understand which type it is seeking to foster. Too often from what I've seen, policy tries to be all things to all entrepreneurs. But different forms of entrepreneurship have different impacts on the overall economy -- and have different needs. Our policies tend to confuse "small business" with "entrepreneurship" with "growth businesses." Blank's typology is one way of cutting through the confusion:
Six Types of Startups - Pick One
There are six distinct organizational paths for entrepreneurs: lifestyle business, small business, scalable startup, buyable startup, large company, and social entrepreneur. All of the individuals who start these organizations are "entrepreneurs," yet not understanding their differences screws up public policy because the ecosystem in supporting each type is radically different.
To read the full, original article click on this link: What is the target of your entrepreneurship policy? - The Intangible Economy
Author: Ken Jarboe
