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Mobile Technology: I have an idea of a new type of wearable device, which I think is really huge. But I have neither the team nor funding, how should I proceed?
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Simon Anquetil BA(Hons), MBA answered:

Hi there

My name is Simon Anquetil and I am a mobile startup consultant with experience across a range of industries.

Sounds like you're on to something there. The wearable device market is growing rapidly.

The first step is to get your idea to a level where you can convince someone to fund your prototype. There are many ways for this to happen. You may have heard of Pebble watches? This was totally funded by Kickstarter. True - they had a great team around them to start with - but if you can start with the idea and build an appealing enough case, Kickstarter might still be an option for you. (refer to www.kickstarter.com if you aren't sure what I'm talking about)

The team can be put together at a reasonable cost using tools like AppHappening.com, depending on what you need.

The key is to get your prototype happening so that you can then attract people who will fund the whole development cycle. There are so many ways to find the right partners, but first you need to give your idea some credibility. Make it tangible.

Please feel free to schedule a call if you'd like more advice on this.

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