Startup Professionals Musings
DECEMBER 30, 2020
In my role as a mentor to aspiring entrepreneurs, I find that most have the technical challenges well understood, but many are a bit short on some basic street smarts , or basic business realities. Thus I often recommend that before you kick off your own business, you join another startup or existing business to see how things really work. Even the best college degree is not a substitute.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 29, 2020
by Hema Crockett and Jamie Jacobs, co-founders of Gig Talent . With the continuous advances in technology, it’s easier than ever for businesses to get work done remotely. Since so many organizations have spent time working in a remote environment due to Covid-19, we’ve quickly learned what works for this unique situation and which areas need improvement.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 28, 2020
Technology has rapidly transformed the world we live in today, and few sectors have progressed as much as the healthcare industry. Today, the global healthcare market is valued at $11.9 trillion , and its significant size can largely be credited to technology. From improving medical procedures to enhancing patient experience, there’s no doubt that technological developments will significantly impact the healthcare industry.
Hearpreneur
DECEMBER 30, 2020
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 or the passion for a unique project. Each story is different though the reasons may be the same. No matter the tale, the background behind each and every business is what fuels each and brand.
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
Up and Running
DECEMBER 31, 2020
The COVID-19 rupture of the economy left a harsh lesson to both educators and learners in various industries. One of which is the lack of preparation for the worst. Most entrepreneurs are aware of the famous saying, “fail to prepare, prepare to fail,” and it seems like the best caution quote of 2020 for everyone. Even so, the onslaught of the pandemic did not break the spirits of business people who probably have seen or lived through the worse.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 27, 2020
The printing industry has been growing leaps and bounds over the last decade, and according to the Global Commercial Printing Market Report, its worth is projected to be $460.28 billion by 2025. There are plenty of opportunities for entrepreneurs to make huge profits with smaller investments, which is the reason why people are turning towards this business.
Start Up Roar brings together the best content for start up professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 27, 2020
Getting companies to pay invoices can be hard sometimes, especially if they’re a large multi-faceted client with multiple departments and teams of people to work through when you’re trying to square off your outstanding accounts receivables. This is a tricky scenario that requires careful steps to resolve. While you are deserving of the money you are owed, you need to be careful about fostering your relationships with clients so you don’t cause problems down the road.
Both Sides of the Table
DECEMBER 31, 2020
June 2019 (left) and November 2020 (right) I’ve been reluctant to write this blog post because historically I don’t like talking about weight. But I’ve been promising to publish how I lost 65 pounds in the past 18 months without any fad diets or gimmicks to try and be helpful to others. I have a plan, I know it works and for the friends and family who have followed what I’ve done they’ve equally lost a lot of weight.
Steve Blank
DECEMBER 28, 2020
With the theme “Build Back Better” Jerry Engel , Pete Newell , Steve Weinstein and I co-hosted nearly 500 Lean Educators from 63 countries and 235 universities online for a three-hour session to share what we’ve learned about educators on how we can help our communities rebound, adjust, and recover. We got insights from each other about tools, tips, techniques and best practices.
Startup Professionals Musings
DECEMBER 27, 2020
One of the biggest challenges in any business, large or small, is overcoming the natural human preference for status quo , or fear of change. It means that most team members and executives alike have a natural tendency to prefer killing innovations rather than implementing them. Even customers, while they all want the next big thing, want it to happen with minimal new learning.
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 28, 2020
Is your startup protected from the many, many threats to its continued existence? The answer probably lies somewhere on the spectrum from “yes” to “no,” but it’s unlikely to be a declarative version of either. That’s because most startups take some steps to protect their enterprises from well-known cyberthreats while leaving themselves vulnerable to others.
deal architect
DECEMBER 28, 2020
I have been doing video interviews with a number of C-level execs and practitioners about acrobatics they have been seeing in various vertical sectors during the COVID-19 crisis and the "New normal" they can expect as the economy wakes up.
Both Sides of the Table
JANUARY 1, 2021
Yesterday I wrote about my weight loss journey of the past 18 months where I lost 65 pounds in 18 months with no gimmicks or fads. No paleo, keto, intermittent fasting?—?just sensible eating. If you didn’t read the post it might be worth clicking on the above link. Some simple advice I have: Eating matters 10x more than working out. Both are important but as they say “you can’t outrun your fork.
Startup Professionals Musings
JANUARY 1, 2021
Most business professionals I know will go to great lengths to take a neutral position on internal business conflicts, on the assumption that all conflict is bad for the company as well as their political future. In my experience, a level of disagreement among key team members is a sign of a healthy organization, allowing it to survive and prosper in this age of multiple disruptive trends.
Women Entrepreneurs Can
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Environmentally friendly marketing strategies are more than a mere trend at the moment. For many, going green with marketing is a simple way of doing business right. Within the wide array of industries on the planet, all businesses are responsible because they each impact the environment, either positively or negatively. Companies have the power to guide the actions of their clients and customers toward sustainable practices.
deal architect
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Most people I know cannot wait to say good riddance to 2020. Very understandable - so many have lost friends and family to COVID, others have lost friends to ugly politics, it was financially devastating to so many of us.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 26, 2020
Ready to integrate a business online and want a professional service to handle the paperwork? Below are our five top-rated that allows you to form your company online based on its pricing, features, speed, and customer service. 1. ZenBusiness. ZenBusiness is one of the leading business formation services. The company was founded back in 2015 by 3 entrepreneurs who are looking to help small business owners incorporate.
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 28, 2020
Inventory management is a crucial aspect of any eCommerce company, and merchants that fail to establish a solid foundation for tracking their inventory with an inventory management system can face significant problems. Having an organized and clear idea of inventory will help you prevent loss from spoilage, returns, and misplaced items, optimize fulfillment, reduce overall inventory costs, and pave the way for improved customer service.
Women Entrepreneurs Can
DECEMBER 28, 2020
Can you imagine a business that doesn’t have any data? Obviously, No, Right? Whether big or small, every company collects information from the market, competitor, supplier, and customers. Every day you meet new people and build connections with them by exchanging information. Usually, it is regular information (name, email, phone number, etc.).
deal architect
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Brian Sommer and I have recorded 12 episodes in this series - see index here Last few weeks, we have had several guests - Rob Kugel of Ventana, Josh Greenbaum of EA Consulting, Bonnie Tinder of Raven Intel, Frank Scavo.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 31, 2020
More often than not, those who need a lawyer are the people who can least afford such a service. For a personal injury case like a vehicle accident, it can be tempting to accept whatever the insurance company can provide as a settlement offer than go through the legal process with an empty pocket. However, you don’t have to take this journey alone. A vehicle accident lawyer can still help you, even if you’re in a tight financial situation. .
YFS Magazine
JANUARY 1, 2021
Most leaders don't get enough sleep. We burn the candle at both ends. However, sleep deprivation yields short- and long-term consequences.
ReadWriteStart
DECEMBER 30, 2020
A lot of companies suffered supply chain disruptions due to COVID-19. Certain experts have described the situation as a Keynesian supply shock, a negative event that triggers aggregate supply shortages with bigger impacts than the prior reduction in labor supply. There is still a lot of uncertainty in the air, so many businesses still don’t know how to approach the coming months.
Up and Running
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Today’s business reality is not only “unprecedented” like these pandemic-era times, but it’s also uncertain. Humans are fundamentally wired to fear the unknown. For leaders trying to navigate decision-making, this uncertainty causes stress and doubt. The psychological antidote is our ability to plan. While lockdowns and layoffs make it feel particularly impossible to predict the future, it’s possible and necessary for leaders to expand their foresight capabilities.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 29, 2020
It might be easier than ever for anyone to start a business, but most of those fantastic entrepreneurial ideas still need some cash investment to launch. Fortunately, there are plenty of business ideas out there that require much less of an investment, and you could be earning money as your own boss much sooner than you think. You don’t need any special skills either!
Feld Thoughts
DECEMBER 28, 2020
About a month ago, I participated in a discussion hosted by the CU Boulder Conference on World Affairs titled Back to the Future: Lessons for our emerging challenges from science fiction and history. The moderator was Phil Weiser (Colorado’s Attorney General). The guests were me, Blake Crouch (Colorado-based Author and Screenwriter), Patty Limerick (Faculty Director and Chair of the Board of the Center of the American West at the University of Colorado Boulder), and Joe Neguse (U.S.
Eric Friedman
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Did anyone have global pandemic on their bingo board? Ok lets move on… Photo by Anna Shvets on Pexels.com. Last year I decided to do my first ever public predictions for 2020 and the decade ahead. What a fun exercise and wow was I wrong! As mentioned at the top I do not know anyone that predicted the global pandemic of COVID19, despite the writing on the wall and the cases growing in China at the time of this post last year.
Up and Running
JANUARY 1, 2021
The global recession has made saving money a priority for all types of businesses, but none more so than the cash-strapped startup. However, as a startup owner, you don’t have to let the rocky economic landscape deter you from hiring the best people you need to help you achieve your vision. With a cost-conscious mindset that also recognizes the value of quality work, how do you balance your need to hire employees and stay within your budget?
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 28, 2020
Staying in touch with your customers is one of the most important aspects of a successful business. You need reliable lines of communication to get your message across and ensure your voice is heard, yet many brands struggle to keep in contact with their customers and suffer as a result. Luckily, learning how to stay in touch with your audience needn’t be as difficult as you might initially expect, as there are a few key areas in which you can focus your efforts to provide the best lines of comm
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 28, 2020
Getting a medical evaluation from a licensed physician is a mandatory step for all those who want to apply for a medical marijuana card. Without this primary evaluation, getting an MMJ card is practically impossible, but the process of finding a licensed medical marijuana doctor can be challenging. However, Veriheal, an innovative tech startup, is streamlining this medical evaluation step by connecting MMJ patients with cannabis physicians and legal marijuana dispensaries near them.
Hunter Walker
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Why Startup Ecosystems Need More Than Just VC Funding. Hi. I read your [Tweet, Medium Post, WSJ OpEd] about leaving the Bay Area for [Texas, Florida, Seasteading]. I totally understand. Even though I might be more progressive politically than you, I too am frustrated by San Francisco’s [tax policy, failure to pass housing bills, conflicted attitude towards tech companies].
Up and Running
DECEMBER 28, 2020
Before the pandemic, your team probably didn’t overthink your outreach strategy. You pulled prospects into your sales funnel and kept your company’s engine humming. Now, you’re in unfamiliar territory. Nothing is business as usual, and what once worked doesn’t anymore. Reaching out to potential customers during the pandemic might seem tricky, but it just requires a delicate approach.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 27, 2020
Finding a profitable niche is the first step of creating your company because your brand, marketing, and website will all include aspects of this business decision. Picking the right business niche can be difficult, even after filling a list of all your passions and interests. If you’re struggling to decide, follow these 5 steps that will help you narrow down your choices. 1.
Duct Tape Marketing
DECEMBER 28, 2020
How to Discover the Story of Your Brand written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Marketing Podcast with Park Howell. In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interview Park Howell a 30+ year veteran of the advertising industry who has guided hundreds of purpose-driven brands and thousands of people who support them to substantial growth.
Version One Ventures
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Two weeks ago, Boris recapped our fund and portfolio activity in what has been a year of unprecedented hardship, innovation and human accomplishment. If you haven’t seen it already, take a look at our post, The Version One year in review and looking ahead. We also like to send off each year by sharing some of the most popular blog posts from the past 12 months. .
Up and Running
JANUARY 1, 2021
Businesses often hold postmortem meetings to reflect on projects, initiatives, or events with unfortunate outcomes. It’s a great learning opportunity, but it’s not always enough. After all, no one can course-correct in retrospect. And despite how commonplace meetings are ( 23 hours a week for executives), 75% of people aren’t sure how to conduct or participate in them.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
432 
Let's personalize your content