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Bootstrap Austin is a community in the [http://budurl.com/maw6 Austin Entrepreneurship Scene] ([http://twitter.com/#search?q=%23ATXentscene #ATXentScene twitter hashtag] and [http://twitter.com/#/list/bootstrapaustin/atxentscene twitter list]). In addition to supporting bootstrap entrepreneurs, we are committed to stewarding this vibrant scene so entrepreneurs of [http://www.slideshare.net/bijoyg/bootstrap-third-way-aca-rise-austin-march-2009-1122516 all paths] can find the resources and support they need to succeed.
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Bootstrap Austin stewards the [[Austin Entrepreneur Scene]]. Check out the scene [http://bit.ly/atxentscene: map] and [http://bit.ly/W9agYg manual].
  
Everyone is welcome to [http://www.facebook.com/bootstrap friend Bootstrap Austin on facebook] and follow us on [http://www.twitter.com/bootstrapaustin twitter]. If you would like to join Bootstrap Austin, please click on [[How to Join Bootstrap Austin]] and send us your info.  
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Everyone is welcome to [http://www.facebook.com/bootstrap friend Bootstrap Austin on facebook] and follow us on [http://www.twitter.com/bootstrapaustin twitter].
  
 
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==How Bootstrap Austin Works==
 
==How Bootstrap Austin Works==
[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZqPumbDX_M What is Bootstrapping?] - [http://community.bootstrapnetwork.com Bijoy], Bootstrap Founder describes his version of bootstrapping, the [http://www.bootstrapaustin.org/wiki/index.php/Welcome_to_Bootstrap#Bootstrapping.2C_the_Third_Way third way] of entrepreneurship.  
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[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZqPumbDX_M What is Bootstrapping?] - [http://community.bootstrapnetwork.com Bijoy], Bootstrap Founder describes bootstrap, the [http://www.bootstrapaustin.org/wiki/index.php/Welcome_to_Bootstrap#Bootstrapping.2C_the_Third_Way third way] of entrepreneurship.  
  
 
#[[Welcome to Bootstrap]] - history and why we exist
 
#[[Welcome to Bootstrap]] - history and why we exist
#[[Bootstrap Map]] and [[Bootstrap Terms]] - learn about the stages, actions and principles of the bootstrap journey. Every month we focus on a key principle. Follow [http://www.twitter.com/bootstrapaustin @bootstrapaustin] and join the discussion by using "#principle" i.e. #knowthyelf
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#[[Bootstrap Map]] and [[Bootstrap Terms]] - learn about the stages, actions and principles of the bootstrap journey.  
#[[Monthly Meeting]] - the community meets once a month on the 2nd Monday.  
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#[[Monthly Meeting]] - the community USED TO gather on the 2nd Monday of ever month. Soon, we'll be launching [http://www.twitter.com/bootstrapu BootstrapU]
 
#[[Subgroups]] - where bootstrap members meet and discuss particular topics
 
#[[Subgroups]] - where bootstrap members meet and discuss particular topics
#[[Boot Board]] - 5 to 7 (of the same) bootstrappers who meet once a month for 4 hours to discuss their businesses
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#[[Boot Board]] - 6 to 8 (of the same) bootstrappers who meet once a month for 4 hours to discuss their businesses.
 
#[[Community Playbook]] - what the Bootstrap Community is all about and how you can engage with it.  
 
#[[Community Playbook]] - what the Bootstrap Community is all about and how you can engage with it.  
 
#[[Contributors]] - the bootstrap community is led by members who help lead subgroups and create new initiatives.  
 
#[[Contributors]] - the bootstrap community is led by members who help lead subgroups and create new initiatives.  
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[[Art Subgroup]]
 
[[Art Subgroup]]
  
[[Publishing Subgroup]]
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[[Interactive Subgroup]]
 
 
[[Style Subgroup]]
 
 
 
[[Sustainability Subgroup]]
 
 
 
[[Web Subgroup]]
 
 
==SubGroups by Topic==
 
==SubGroups by Topic==
 
'''NOTE''': Topic subgroups are open to bootstrappers in all stages
 
'''NOTE''': Topic subgroups are open to bootstrappers in all stages
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[[Cause Subgroup]]  
 
[[Cause Subgroup]]  
 
[[Community Subgroup]]
 
  
 
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Bootstrap Sites are hosted by [[Primus Networks]]
 
Bootstrap Sites are hosted by [[Primus Networks]]
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Technical support for the Bootstrap Wiki by [[Polycot Associates]]
  
 
[http://www.google.com/trends?q=bootstrap&ctab=0&date=all&geo=all Are We having an Impact Yet?]
 
[http://www.google.com/trends?q=bootstrap&ctab=0&date=all&geo=all Are We having an Impact Yet?]

Latest revision as of 12:41, 19 December 2017

Bootstrap Austin stewards the Austin Entrepreneur Scene. Check out the scene map and manual.

Everyone is welcome to friend Bootstrap Austin on facebook and follow us on twitter.


How Bootstrap Austin Works

What is Bootstrapping? - Bijoy, Bootstrap Founder describes bootstrap, the third way of entrepreneurship.

  1. Welcome to Bootstrap - history and why we exist
  2. Bootstrap Map and Bootstrap Terms - learn about the stages, actions and principles of the bootstrap journey.
  3. Monthly Meeting - the community USED TO gather on the 2nd Monday of ever month. Soon, we'll be launching BootstrapU
  4. Subgroups - where bootstrap members meet and discuss particular topics
  5. Boot Board - 6 to 8 (of the same) bootstrappers who meet once a month for 4 hours to discuss their businesses.
  6. Community Playbook - what the Bootstrap Community is all about and how you can engage with it.
  7. Contributors - the bootstrap community is led by members who help lead subgroups and create new initiatives.
  8. Labs - how bootstrap develops new initiatives for the community and beyond

Resources

Bootstrap Blog - blog for the Bootstrap community - how members can contribute

BootRap - the Bootstrap Network podcast, by Hearthis and Sound Quality

Bootstrap Bootcamp - videos explaining the stages, principles and actions of bootstrap entrepreneurship

Twitter

SubGroups by Stage

You must be in a particular stage (or beyond) to join that subgroup

Ideation Subgroup

Valley of Death Subgroup

Growth Subgroup

SubGroups by Industry

NOTE: Industry subgroups are open to bootstrappers in all stages

Art Subgroup

Interactive Subgroup

SubGroups by Topic

NOTE: Topic subgroups are open to bootstrappers in all stages

B2B Subgroup

Cause Subgroup

Experience Subgroup

Inner Journey Subgroup

SWAG

Bootstrap Bumper Stickers - track the progress of your journey with a bumper sticker!

Bootstrap Seal - add the bootstrap seal/logo to your website

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Bootstrap Sites are hosted by Primus Networks

Technical support for the Bootstrap Wiki by Polycot Associates

Are We having an Impact Yet?


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