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Getting Started

Import your business model and set up your first Idea with the Welcome Wizard

What it is

The Welcome Wizard importing your business model into LEANSpark

When you first sign in or create a new Idea, the Welcome Wizard walks you through importing your business model so LEANSpark has context to work with.

How to get there

Click “Start a New Idea…” at the bottom of the Idea Switcher dropdown in the sidebar.

What you’ll find

Step 1 — Choose your import method

  • Tell me about your idea — start a conversation and LEANSpark will build your canvas from what you describe.
  • Import from LEANSTACK — connect an existing Lean Canvas from leanstack.com.
  • Landing Page URL — paste a URL and LEANSpark extracts your business model from it.
  • Pitch Deck PDF — upload a pitch deck and LEANSpark reads it into a canvas.
  • Canvas PDF — upload a photo or scan of an existing Lean Canvas.
  • Blank Canvas — start with an empty canvas and fill it in yourself.
  • Example (Airbnb / Uber) — try the app with a pre-built example business model.

Step 2 — Provide your input

Depending on the method you chose, you’ll paste a URL, upload a file, or describe your idea in a text box.

First-time onboarding

On your very first sign-in, you’ll see a short onboarding flow that asks about your role (founder or coach), project type, product stage, and team size. This helps LEANSpark personalize your experience.

Common questions

Q: Can I change my import after creating an Idea? You can always update your canvas directly — go to the Canvas editor and modify any section. The import just gives you a starting point.

Q: How many Ideas can I have? There’s no hard limit on Ideas. Each Idea represents a separate business model you’re exploring.

Q: What happens with a Pitch Deck upload? LEANSpark reads your PDF, extracts key information (problem, solution, customer segments, etc.), and maps it onto a Lean Canvas for you to refine.

Q: I chose the wrong option — can I start over? Click “Start a New Idea…” from the sidebar to begin a fresh import. You can also delete an existing Idea from the Idea Switcher dropdown.