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shape stage – n : The first stage of the Venture
Value Chain. In the Shape stage, an individual or small group of individuals
develops, and progressively shapes the original business concept. This stage in
the Venture Value Chain involves idea generation, initial business model
exploration, a reality check of the validity of the business idea, business
planning, and business plan validation. Entrepreneurs should fully work through
the Shape stage prior to the Launch of a new business.
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