Overview
Explore the world of virtual reality training and entrepreneurship in this Stanford seminar featuring Derek Belch, co-founder and CEO of Strivr Labs. Gain insights into the passion required for entrepreneurship and the competitive advantages of using VR for athlete training. Discover Belch's journey from Stanford football player to innovative startup founder, and learn about the personal sacrifices involved in fully committing to a venture. Understand how Strivr Labs leverages Belch's unique background in sports and VR to create real-world applications. Delve into topics such as bootstrapping, raising money, operational challenges, and the importance of passion in business. Hear about the development of STRIVR during Belch's time as a graduate assistant coach at Stanford and how his diverse experiences contribute to the company's success. Get valuable lessons on leadership, giving direction, and maintaining persistence in the face of challenges. This seminar is part of a series featuring entrepreneurial leaders sharing real-world experiences across various settings.
Syllabus
Introduction
Virtual Reality
Key Terms
Stryver
Media
Product
Background
Back to Stanford
Revenue
Bootstrapping
Raising Money
People Cost Money
Operations
Passion is contagious
Best friends in life
Giving people direction
Willing to sprint
Whats next
Questions
What Derek did at Stanford
What motivates Derek
Persistence
Roles
Taught by
Stanford Online