To help you to get to know the companies presenting at LaunchUp we asked each to respond to a few questions…
The following Q&A segment is from Darrell Swain of LucidChart.
Q: What does your company do?
A: LucidChart is a web-based diagramming tool that allows teams to collaborate in real-time.
Q: Why does that matter and how do you make the world a better place?
A: The software and web development world is more complex than ever. Projects have increased in size and urgency. Teams are spread across the globe. These teams need an easy way to visually express complex processes, communicate it to their team and ultimately make better decisions together.
At LucidChart, we offer an easy way to visually share complex ideas in a collaborative fashion.
Q: Why is your company cool?
A: Our tool is not flash-based, it’s easy to use, and affordable.
Q: What 3 lessons/observations would you tell other entrepreneurs?
A: First, vision. I think the first step in any entrepreneurial venture is to visualize, in as explicit detail as possible, what exactly you are working towards. Close your eyes and see it. This leads to an understanding of the permutations that will arise and, consequently, how to overcome them.
Second, goal-setting. Start working towards your vision. Set specific, measurable goals and get to work.
Third, pliability. Nothing will work out exactly as you visualize it. Be both as firm and flexible as you can.
Q: Pick 5 people for your entrepreneur dream team (assuming you and your team were riding the bench)
A: Steve Jobs, Yvon Chouinard, Dave Neeleman, Jeff Bezos, Josh James
Q: Which one pursuit? Golf, Basketball, Skiing/Snowboarding, Knitting, Mountaineering/Climbing, Bowling, Watching Grass Grow
A: Surfing when I can and golf when I can’t.
Q: Why are you an entrepreneur in Utah?
A: The most valuable natural resource is people. Utah has great people.
We look forward to LaunchUp #4 and hearing more from LucidChart!
