Goal Directed Startup Advice Meetings

Earlier today I met with the sole founder of a startup that will release their app in three months. Of course, three months from now after already working on it for a month being too long is beside the point. The entrepreneur did a great job of having specific questions and areas she’d like advice. Too often entrepreneurs ask to meet and then have broad questions like What do you think of my idea, How much money do I need, etc.

Here are some tips for goal directed meetings when seeking startup advice:

• Do your homework and read everything you can about the person on their blog, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc
• Prepare a list of five specific questions related to tangible issues you’re working through
• Ask for introductions to one or two other people that might be able to help

My recommendation is make the most of meetings where you are seeking advice by being prepared and thoughtful.

What else? What are some other tips for goal directed meetings when seeking startup advice?