What is considered critical mass?

The term critical mass is borrowed from nuclear physics, where it refers to the smallest mass that can sustain a nuclear reaction at a constant level. In both physics and finance, it refers to a point at which a self-sustaining state is reached. The reaction metaphor also evokes a company’s drive for growth.

How much uranium do you need for critical mass?

By using a neutron reflector, only about 11 pounds (5 kilograms) of nearly pure or weapon’s grade plutonium 239 or about 33 pounds (15 kilograms) uranium 235 is needed to achieve critical mass.

What percentage is a critical mass?

For a critical mass to be reached, you typically need between 5% and 25% of the population. The point where critical mass is achieved is often called the ‘tipping point’.

How do you find critical mass?

How do We Reach Critical Mass for Our Products?

Positive cash flow. If you are making a profit then there is a reasonable chance that you have reached or are reaching critical mass.
Healthy margins and revenue flows.
Customer retention.
Brand engagement.

Which is the correct definition of critical mass?

Critical mass. Written By: Critical mass, in nuclear physics, the minimum amount of a given fissile material necessary to achieve a self-sustaining fission chain reaction under stated conditions.

What happens if you miss your critical mass?

In reaching critical mass, however, missing that target revenue stream is the difference between future growth and frustration. To ensure that critical mass is achieved, the entrepreneur must have measurable goals.

Can a widely recognized level of engagement mean critical mass?

A widely recognized level of engagement can spread virally and can in itself mean critical mass or can feed into other, more traditional indicators of critical mass such as positive cash flows. Essentially, every business is like an investment that accrues compound interest over a period of time.

How to find critical mass for your business?

To find the critical mass point, the company needs to determine the amount of revenue needed to make the business self-sustaining. That figure can then be translated into specific information for the company, which can lead to the right marketing activities needed to reach critical mass.