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10,000 Startups – Startup Weekend Next

Steve Blank

Just a crazy idea two years ago, the class is now taught at Stanford , Berkeley, Columbia , Caltech, Princeton and for the National Science Foundation at the University of Michigan and Georgia Tech. You’ll refine your business model by iterating or pivoting your product, your target customers, pricing, channels, partners, etc.

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Innovation, Change and the Rest of Your Life

Steve Blank

I lived through the time when working in my first job in Ann Arbor Michigan we had to get out a map to find out that San Jose was not only in Puerto Rico but there was a city with that same name in California. I’ve spent my life in innovation, eight startups in 21 years, and the last 15 years in academia teaching it. The founders.

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Multichannel Analytics: Tracking Offline Conversions. 7 Best Practices, Bonus Tips

Occam's Razor

The effort you invest in measuring offline impact will finally help your company understand how valuable the online channel is (or not!). Tips for measuring offline impact ("conversions) of your online channel: Some of these you might have heard of before, others might be new to you. Two words: Primary Key. Really not a big deal.

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7 Ways To Inspire Creativity In Your Employees

YoungUpstarts

Technology is always developing; today, a Michigan-based doctor can video-chat with a doctor in Mumbai and ask for a second insight on groundbreaking test results. Embrace new technologies. Be brave enough to try new ideas. It’s thanks to new technologies that ecommerce businesses are taking over the global marketplace.

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From apathy to action: Transforming volunteer boards through tech empowerment

Board Effect

For example, Starfish Family Services, a Michigan social service agency, has a 21-member board. Limited access to information: Without centralized systems or efficient communication channels, board members may struggle to access timely and relevant information needed for preparation for board meetings and informed decision-making.

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Local Marketing Strategies For Your Small Business

Duct Tape Marketing

Laura earned an MBA from the University of Michigan and a BFA at Carnegie Mellon University. Key Takeaway: Marketing has changed for all types of business in the last few years thanks to new platforms, channels, and technology. She an MBA from the university of Michigan and a BFA at Carnegie Mellon university.

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How To Improve Your Local Marketing Strategy

Duct Tape Marketing

Laura earned an MBA from the University of Michigan and a BFA at Carnegie Mellon University. Key Takeaway: Marketing has changed for all types of businesses in the last few years thanks to new platforms, channels, and technology. Sharon, an MBA from the University of Michigan and a BFA at Carnegie Mellon University.