Steve Blank
MAY 26, 2024
Gordon Bell passed on this month. I was a latecomer in Gordon Bell’s life. But he made a lasting impact on mine. The first time I laid eyes on Gordon Bell was in 1984 outside a restaurant in a Boston suburb when he pulled up in a Porsche. I was the head of Marketing for MIPS Computer , a RISC chip startup. The entire company (all of five of us) were out visiting the east coast to meet Prime Computer who would become our first major customer.
The Startup Magazine
MAY 3, 2024
Selecting the right technological tools and expert guidance during the formative phases of a startup can significantly influence its trajectory toward success. For startups eager to establish an efficient operational framework from the start, the decision to hire Microsoft Dynamics experts becomes instrumental. As a versatile ERP system, Microsoft Dynamics caters to a variety of business needs, supporting everything from sales management to customer interactions.
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Hunter Walker
MAY 17, 2024
“Admirer from outside of the cap table” is how I approached Kieran Snyder , Cofounder of Textio. That is to say, I DMed her on Twitter in 2016, impressed by the work she was doing but without a preexisting relationship. Thankfully the interest was mutual and we’ve had the chance to exchange thoughts here and there in the time since.
Duct Tape Marketing
MAY 2, 2024
How to Navigate the New Era of SEO: Strategies for Understanding Consumer Search Behavior written by Tosin Jerugba read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Dale Bertrand, an SEO specialist with over two decades of experience working with Fortune 500 companies and startups globally.
Speaker: Nick Noreña, Innovation Coach and Advisor, Kromatic
Every startup and innovation project exists within an ecosystem that either helps or hurts that project. As innovation managers, we need to keep a pulse of that ecosystem and make sure we're helping those innovation projects we're managing every step of the way. In this webinar, Nick Noreña will walk through an Innovation Ecosystem Model that he and his team at Kromatic have developed to help investors, heads of product, teachers, and executives understand how they can best support innovation in
Board Effect
MAY 15, 2024
An engaged nonprofit board is like the wind in the sails of your nonprofit. It fosters innovation, helps navigate challenges and drives fundraising efforts. But how to achieve this level of engagement? Enter technology and board development — the secret weapons for enhancing board engagement. Engagement doesn’t happen by accident. Instead, it’s the result of purposeful and consistent efforts and planning.
Ben's Blog
MAY 30, 2024
“I remember reading an article…where they measured the efficiency of locomotion for all the species on planet Earth. And the condor won. Humans came in about a third of the way down the list, which was not such a great showing for the crown of creation. But somebody had the imagination to test the efficiency of a human riding a bicycle. Human on the bicycle blew away the condor, all the way off the top of the list.
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The Startup Magazine
MAY 3, 2024
In the bustling and often unforgiving realm of startups, where the lines between personal and professional life blur, understanding how to maintain a healthy entrepreneur work-life balance is not just beneficial—it’s essential. Pavel Perlov , a seasoned entrepreneur with over a decade of experience navigating the highs and lows of startup culture, shares invaluable insights into achieving this equilibrium.
Steve Blank
MAY 16, 2024
This part 2 of the Secret History of Polaroid and Edwin Land. Read part 1 for context. Kodak and Polaroid, the two most famous camera companies of the 20 th century, had a great partnership for 20+ years. Then in an inexplicable turnabout Kodak decided to destroy Polaroid’s business. To this day, every story of why Kodak went to war with Polaroid is wrong.
Duct Tape Marketing
MAY 22, 2024
How to Future Proof With Sustainable Business Practices written by Tosin Jerugba read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Maisie Ganzler, the go-to expert on how companies can make positive change in supply chains and other entrenched systems.
Board Effect
MAY 30, 2024
As a volunteer board member, you are in a unique position to do good in the world, both for the organization you lead and the ultimate mission served by your organization. As stewards, board members can significantly affect the ability of staff and volunteers to contribute, by setting policies, hiring and evaluating the executive director, fundraising and more.
Brandanew
MAY 10, 2024
With profound grief, we would like to inform you that Peerbagh’s founder and board chair, Vatsala Kakroo (38) passed away on May 7th, 2024 at 5:35 am after an intense period of an untimely cancer diagnosis. She fought bravely but ultimately transitioned peacefully with her family around her. In 2021, Vatsala Kakroo founded the Everything […] The post Peerbagh founder and board chair Vatsala Kakroo passes away appeared first on Peerbagh.
Women Entrepreneurs Can
MAY 3, 2024
Key Takeaways: Discover how unique packaging designs can significantly impact brand perception and consumer behavior. Explore the importance of sustainability and functionality in packaging to stay ahead in the competitive cannabis market. Learn about the regulatory considerations that must be addressed in cannabis packaging designs. The Importance of First Impressions In the cannabis industry, where product quality and brand image are paramount, packaging contributes significantly to the custom
The Startup Magazine
MAY 7, 2024
Navigating the complexities of tax regulations can be daunting for small business owners, yet mastering this aspect is crucial for ensuring their operations’ financial health and sustainability. An effective tax strategy can minimize legal liabilities and significantly reduce expenses, freeing up resources for investment and growth. In this article, business expert Troy Renkemeyer aims to demystify the process of developing and implementing a robust tax strategy tailored to the unique need
YoungUpstarts
MAY 1, 2024
If you want to boost brand awareness, engage with your customers, and elevate your team as brand ambassadors, consider offering branded merchandise. The post How To Get Custom Merch For Your Business appeared first on Young Upstarts.
Duct Tape Marketing
MAY 30, 2024
Build Success from a Struggling Agency with a Multimillion-Dollar Pivot written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Chris Martinez , a dynamic entrepreneur who transformed his struggling startup into a thriving multimillion-dollar agency.
Board Effect
MAY 28, 2024
When it comes to a volunteer board, communication comprises more than simply board meetings. Onboarding and offboarding new members, sharing relevant information, sending out board materials and managing relationships are all huge efforts, and as a board administrator, this can feel like a full-time job on top of your full-time job, in these areas that impact every aspect of your nonprofit’s work.
Steve Blank
MAY 21, 2024
Ilya Strebulaev at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and Director of the Stanford Venture Capital Initiative just came out with a book that should be on your reading list – The Venture Mindset. The books premise is that Venture Capitalists (who were responsible for the launch of one-fifth of the 300 largest U.S. public companies) have a different mindset then that found in the rest of the business world (and I would add in government agencies.
Transformify
MAY 28, 2024
The dynamic work environment of today has made contractor management an essential component of many firms. The availability of specialized talents, cost effectiveness, and legal compliance all depend on good contractor management. Self-billing is one creative way to make this process run more smoothly. There are several advantages to this arrangement for both contractors and freelancers, as well as for the businesses that employ them.
The Startup Magazine
MAY 27, 2024
Understanding the Self Storage Market in Leesburg, FL Leesburg, FL has seen a significant growth in population over the years, resulting in an increased demand for self storage. The self storage market in Leesburg is thriving, with many individuals and businesses looking for convenient and secure storage solutions. The market trends indicate a strong need for storage facilities that offer a variety of storage unit sizes and amenities, including business storage units at Lakeside Storage , to mee
deal architect
MAY 7, 2024
For the 119th episode of Burning Platform, we host Matt Brandt, Senior Vice President, Global Partners at Workday. He is a very articulate West Point graduate with a long tenure in various roles at Workday. I wrote recently about Workday’s.
Duct Tape Marketing
MAY 8, 2024
How to Win The Consumer Boredom-Span: The Key to Cutting Through Clutter written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Alan Dibb. Through his extensive experience as a rebellious marketer and serial entrepreneur, Alan Dibb has spearheaded a revolutionary approach to marketing known as Lean Marketing.
YoungUpstarts
MAY 8, 2024
Charlie Green explores the myriad benefits and pivotal role of cloud-based ERP systems, unravelling their strategic significance for SMBs through a lens of cutting-edge research and compelling data. The post Maximising Growth And Efficiency: The Power Of Cloud-Based ERP Systems For SMBs appeared first on Young Upstarts.
Rembrandt Communications
MAY 1, 2024
Does Your Target Market Know About You? If not, public relations can get you the attention you desire! Smart business owners know that that one good story in the media can help boost awareness, bring in new customers/patients and provide a competitive edge fast. This is all part of the power of PR, or public relations. After all, when your targeted audience members see your name in the press, you receive third-party credibility you can’t get in any other way.
Hearpreneur
MAY 21, 2024
Each business has a story. No matter if the business is a Goliath like Wal-Mart or a local business owned by a couple or family, the business has roots in an idea. For each business owner, the story of their journey can range from monetary needs to the passion for a unique project. Each story is different though the reasons may remain the same. No matter the tale, the background behind each and every business is what fuels each and every brand.
The Startup Magazine
MAY 3, 2024
Even in this digital age, healthcare is more competitive than ever. Medical professionals are competing not only on the quality of care delivered but also on their ability to reach and engage their target audience effectively. Dr. Gibran Khurshid points out that traditional marketing avenues such as billboards and print advertisements are no longer sufficient.
deal architect
MAY 27, 2024
For the 120th episode of Burning Platform, we host John Taschek, Chief Market Strategy Officer at Salesforce. We go through his two decades at the rocket ship called Salesforce and how he has handled industry analysts differently than most other.
Duct Tape Marketing
MAY 1, 2024
How To Tell Data-Driven Stories: Crafting Compelling Narratives from Original Research written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Michele Lin. Michele is the founder of Mantis Research, where she helps marketers conduct and publish compelling original research.
YoungUpstarts
MAY 31, 2024
No matter your intelligence, planning or vetting, unexpected events will happen. How you respond in these moments of truth will often determine success or failure. The post Moments Of Truth: How To Navigate Unexpected Events In Business And Life appeared first on Young Upstarts.
VC Cafe
MAY 14, 2024
The generative AI market is exploding globally, with venture capitalists pouring $12.8 billion into startups in just the first quarter of 2024, according to Pitchbook data. While still in its early days, this transformative technology is seeing rapid adoption by consumers and businesses alike. Israel is positioning itself as one of the potential leading hubs for generative AI globally.
Lightspeed Venture Partners
MAY 23, 2024
Lightspeed Venture Partners is a multi-stage venture capital firm focused on accelerating disruptive innovations and trends.
The Startup Magazine
MAY 28, 2024
In the dynamic world of marketing, where consumer attention spans are increasingly fleeting, businesses are constantly seeking innovative ways to capture and retain their audience’s interest. Augmented Reality (AR) has emerged as a groundbreaking technology that not only captivates but also engages consumers on a whole new level. Today, we’ll explore how businesses can leverage AR to transform their outdoor advertising strategies, specifically focusing on the versatile and attention-
deal architect
MAY 19, 2024
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the release of SAP Nation. It was a wake up call, as I modeled the SAP economy, and importantly described how SAP customers were coping. In the vendor world the focus was on.
Hearpreneur
MAY 28, 2024
When the going gets rough in business, you’ll need the motivation to keep moving. Motivating yourself can be hard but practicing consistent habits such as reminding yourself of why you started can be a major boost. A network of friends and partners can also serve as a great assurance and reminder that you’re not walking alone. Here are the various ways entrepreneurs and business owners stay motivated in business. #1- By achieving something new every day Photo Credit: Victoria Lyons Motivation co
YoungUpstarts
MAY 30, 2024
An accredited investor has the reputation for possessing capital and the knowledge to handle the risks in unregulated investment assets. The post What Does It Mean To Be An Accredited Investor? appeared first on Young Upstarts.
This is going to be BIG.
MAY 16, 2024
There are more active VCs alive today than have ever existed in the history of modern human existence—and that dates back 300,000 years! That means a lot of competition for the best deals and more difficulty in standing out. Add on the fact that some people theorize that the need for venture capital dollars will peak, or potentially already has, and then decline because of the ever-decreasing cost of technology infrastructure as well as the increasing capability of AI to replace expensive humans
Lightspeed Venture Partners
MAY 20, 2024
Lightspeed Venture Partners is a multi-stage venture capital firm focused on accelerating disruptive innovations and trends.
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