Detroit Start Up Weekend! Nov 14-16 2008 Compuware BLD

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5 Reasons to Attend Startup Weekend Detroit
October 14th, 2008 · 3 Comments
I’ve been getting a lot of questions about who is “supposed” to attend these events. The answer, simply, is anyone! Why? Because everyone carries a personal skillset and perspective that we just can’t anticipate. Whether you’re a pharmacist, computer programmer, or public relations specialist, you have insight to an industry a new company can’t wait to appreciate.
Here are the top 5 reasons to attend:

1. None of the same ole. Use the weekend as a platform to develop a new skill, try something new, or to network through a team project.

2. Relaxed environment. “Working through the weekend” gives you the opportunity to define your own workplace. You can bring all of the ’soul’ you want.

3. Networking. The relationships you’ll develop will transcend the weekend. Not will you leave with new contacts, you’ll enhance your network with skilled professionals in the area–it’s like a network of a personalized, human Google.
4. Karma. You’ll be pulling positivity into the motor city! With the Kwame Kilpatrick out, there’s no better time!

5. Learning. This event inherently provides an education from each level of entrepreneurship, from business planning to marketing strategy. By being part of your team, you’ll pull away insight and perspective you may have never anticipated!

http://detroit.startupweekend.com/event-info