Startup Professionals Musings
APRIL 28, 2021
Almost every entrepreneur and new business owner I mentor is certain that his/her idea has a very high probability of success, and all find it hard to believe that ninety percent of startups ultimately fail. They always ask me for the key reasons that other people fail, but because I’ve seen so many different situations, I’m have been reluctant to generalize the failure patterns.
VC Cafe
APRIL 26, 2021
Readers of VC Cafe know that I collect and curate Israeli startup landscape maps. You can find previous editions in the achives. July 2020 , May 2019. This latest batch includes new maps for Insurance tech, Industry 4.0, Deep Tech, Passion Tech and Proptech, as well as updated landscapes for cyber security tech and retail tech. Hope you find it as interesting as I do.
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ReadWriteStart
APRIL 26, 2021
Startups face multiple risks, and hence it requires a highly efficient marketing staff and a strong development team. A software development company can either take your business to the top or bring it down to the bottom. Hence, you need a highly technical and reliable team that supports a common goal, i.e., to grow your venture. The process of developing software is entirely different from that of an established business.
ConversionXL
APRIL 28, 2021
My co-founder and I consider his sister to be a trusted confidant. So when she told us that she’s uncomfortable providing her email address to companies—including ours!—and didn’t want more email clogging up her inbox, it made us stop in our tracks. Could this be true across the board? We dug into our data and quickly discovered that our users shared her sentiment.
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
Startup Professionals Musings
APRIL 24, 2021
If you are a young startup founder, how do you find that CEO or other executive for your “dream team” to close on funding or complement your skills to kick start your company? It makes logical sense to scour the job boards, engage an executive recruiter, or scan the networking sites like LinkedIn for a good array of candidates, and then interview the ones with the best resumes.
The Startup Magazine
APRIL 27, 2021
Many small businesses struggle to afford the services they need due to their limited budgets, particularly when it comes to technology. Onsite technology can prove to be expensive, and you then have to consider the cost of security on top of that. All of this can put a real financial strain on small businesses, but there are other solutions available, including protecting your business assets with cloud backup.
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Up and Running
APRIL 30, 2021
Remote work becomes the new norm in the post-COVID world. While only 17 percent of U.S. employees used to work remotely and practice team communication before the “pandemic” status, their number has drastically increased now. For companies that are new to this state of things, one more challenge appeared: It’s the need for alternative collaboration methods with employees for their better motivation, engagement, and performance.
Board Effect
APRIL 28, 2021
The process of founding a nonprofit is exciting, and perhaps a bit scary. An important thing for founders to know is that getting 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status takes time. It takes time to research all the requirements. It takes time to gather the appropriate documents. It also takes time to fill out all the proper forms and submit them to the federal government.
The Startup Magazine
APRIL 29, 2021
The term “the new normal” is being used with increasing regularity to describe life during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, both in terms of our business and our personal lives. Employing social distancing, new health and safety measures in the workplace and other commercial environments, and the imposition of travel restrictions have bought about this so-called “new normal” and new pandemic tech innovations as well.
NZ Entrepreneur
APRIL 26, 2021
In today’s digital world, a strong internet connection is the lifeblood for most businesses. And, with new technology and digital ways of working available, it brings into sharp focus: exactly how much speed do you need? First of all, what is bandwidth? Well, measured in millions or billions of bits per second (Mbps/Gbps), bandwidth can be used as a representation of your internet speed.
ReadWriteStart
APRIL 26, 2021
The need for mobile applications is constantly flourishing as users can avail themselves of their tasks effortlessly. In general, there are a vast number of mobile apps, each holding different purposes. According to Statista, 4 million apps are present in the Play Store and App Store. How to Create an On-Demand Super App like Gojek? Though the Play Store is stuffed with millions of apps, we generally stick with a few apps for our daily usage.
Startup Professionals Musings
APRIL 30, 2021
Based on my own long experience in business, team satisfaction, engagement, and productivity continues to be a challenge. According to consistent feedback over the past several years, even in the best companies, employees seem stuck at less than 40 percent happy and "fully engaged.” That’s a huge opportunity for productivity in your business, as well as your team well-being.
The Startup Magazine
APRIL 29, 2021
Human Artificial Intelligence (HAI) is a type of process that brings together artificial intelligence and human action, resulting in improved efficiency across your business’ teams. Automated tasks can bring huge benefits to your business, providing you find the right solution for your organisation’s needs. When it comes to a company’s software development processes, HAI can have a positive impact in regards to facilitating digital transformation.
YoungUpstarts
APRIL 30, 2021
It is absolutely critical to spring clean your business’s finances and ensure that all of the accounting is accurate and up-to-date. The post Spring Clean Your Startup’s Accounting With These Tips appeared first on Young Upstarts.
OnlyOnce
APRIL 29, 2021
( This is the third in a series of three posts on this topic.). In previous posts ( here , here ) , I talked about the difference between Mentors and Coaches and also how to select the right ones for you. Once you’ve selected a Mentor or Coach, here are some tips to get the most out of your engagement. Starting to work with a CEO Mentor is fairly easy.
Startup Professionals Musings
APRIL 25, 2021
I’m convinced that people who have fun at work are more innovative, as well as happier. I don’t have any big scientific studies to prove this, but in my considerable business experience, I haven’t seen many successes come out of a group of fearful pessimists or unhappy people. As I was looking through the literature, I did find evidence that many strong business leaders, like John D.
The Startup Magazine
APRIL 25, 2021
The United States started organizing immigration soon after it won freedom from Great Britain, and this has indicated the politics and migrant flows. The immigration law of the United States is complex, and we are going to discuss this in detail to make your concept clear regarding the same. Entrepreneurs and startups that need talented, engaged workers can benefit from knowing more about immigration laws and policies.
YoungUpstarts
APRIL 28, 2021
Team leadership and management expert Eyal Gutentag shares some tips for properly communicating with your employees. The post 4 Communication Strategies For Managers appeared first on Young Upstarts.
deal architect
APRIL 30, 2021
In the 43th episode of the series we have Jujhar Singh, Executive Vice President & General Manager, Salesforce Industry Clouds. Salesforce has had significant vertical momentum, especially in the last year. See my interview with Neeracha Taychakhoonavudh last May, my.
Startup Professionals Musings
APRIL 26, 2021
As a long-time advisor to entrepreneurs and occasional angel investor, I often see and hear innovative product pitches that sound exciting, but are missing one or more of the key business elements that investors deem critical for funding consideration. We all hate to see your proposal rejected , when a bit more effort and homework could expedite your startup funding and rollout.
This is going to be BIG.
APRIL 29, 2021
Mayoral Candidate and current NYC Comptroller Scott Stringer has been accused of sexual assault by a woman who worked for him twenty years ago. He has denied the allegations—a reflection that the wrong question is being centered in the conversation. “Did he do it?” That’s the road everyone goes down in these situations—dividing the world into “good guys” and, basically, rapists.
YoungUpstarts
APRIL 26, 2021
Protecting ideas begins with smart decisions before launch. Jordan Erskine shares three actions to lock up ideas and set businesses up for success. The post 3 Ways to Protect Your Ideas appeared first on Young Upstarts.
deal architect
APRIL 25, 2021
As we have moved to virtual briefings, I have increasingly been excerpting short segments (with permission), as part of my Analyst Cam series. This time it is Jason Corsello who presents on his fund Acadian Ventures, an early-stage venture firm.
Feld Thoughts
APRIL 26, 2021
It’s time for the 2nd annual Emerge Virtual 5k Run produced by Rise Against Suicide (formerly Second Wind Fund of Boulder County). It’ll be from 8:00 am to Midnight MT on Sunday, May 2, 2021. Amy and I are helping underwrite it as we did last year and I just signed up to run it. Rise Against Suicide provides access to funded counseling services for at-risk youth struggling with suicidal ideation in the geographic areas included in Boulder Valley School District and St.
View from Seed
APRIL 28, 2021
I’m please to announce our recent investment in Impact Biosystems , an adaptive hardware and software solution for health and fitness. We are big Whoop wearers and proud early investors here at NextView. Through that company, have been fortunate to have a front row seat to the way athletes, trainers, and consumers have come to understand and appreciate the benefits of recovery.
YoungUpstarts
APRIL 30, 2021
For startups on a budget, government auctions offer incredible deals on vehicles and other useful equipment your business might need. The post How Startups Can Benefit From Government Auctions appeared first on Young Upstarts.
VC Cafe
APRIL 28, 2021
In the past few months I’ve been writing on VC Cafe about various aspects of the Creator Economy. From the definition of what is the creator economy and what are its main challenges , who are the creators and how they make money and 5 advancements powering the future of content creation. But underneath all that, there’s a seemingly simple infrastructure challenge that is has become a big opportunity for startups – the link in bio page.
The Startup Magazine
APRIL 29, 2021
Photo by Chait Goli from Pexels. When you think about Switzerland, there are usually three things that come to mind: fantastic watches, beautiful mountains, and gigantic corporate banks. Technology is not typically the first on the agenda. However, the Swiss tech industry has been growing rapidly in recent years, positioning itself as one of Europe’s top hubs.
Hearpreneur
APRIL 29, 2021
The idea of exactly what your business is going to usually come first. Secondly, most often, is giving a title to your idea. What exactly is going to be the name of your business? Some people turn to their childhood for inspiration or a beloved family pet. It could be a made-up word you dream of one night and feel it has the right ring to it. Even still there are some people who study foreign words for the perfect meaning behind their chosen business.
YoungUpstarts
APRIL 29, 2021
Next time you’re in the market for eyewear, consider more than just the frames and style. Make sure you’re selecting a pair that will help you do your job to the very best. The post Eyewear For Executives: It’s About How You See As Well As How You Look appeared first on Young Upstarts.
VC Cafe
APRIL 28, 2021
Creators that are able to grow a community while keeping engagement levels high have a greater opportunity to make a living from their craft more than ever before in history. Consider this: Jack Conte , Patreon’s CEO summarised it beautifully in the video below (or on this blog post if you prefer reading) by breaking down the evolution of the creator economy.
The Startup Magazine
APRIL 29, 2021
Contracts are mandatory in several areas of life, whatever you are; a consumer, employee, or business owner. Everyone needs contracts to commence in safer interactions between clients and consumers and vice versa. These prints make sure that all agreements are settled, and if not, the wrongful party can be taken to legal justification method, whatever is prescribed on the papers.
Up and Running
APRIL 27, 2021
People who are paid by salary and earn a steady monthly paycheck don’t have to shoulder the burden of filing taxes and covering federal tax liabilities such as income tax, social security, and Medicare. That’s because their employer withholds taxes from their paycheck and matches them before it even hits their bank account. But what if you’re self-employed , a gig worker, or have income that is not subject to state income tax withholding?
YoungUpstarts
APRIL 29, 2021
Murali Nethi, CEO & Founder at SnapBlooms.com shares some of the top ways that businesses can become more socially and environmentally responsible. The post 5 Ways To Show Your Customer You Are Socially Responsible appeared first on Young Upstarts.
Hearpreneur
APRIL 26, 2021
This motivational video is to help CEOs, entrepreneurs and business owners start the week off on the right foot. Here are some takeaways from the video: Excuses are a manifestation of failure. Every day doesn't have to be a sorry story. Better is what you should be seeking. There are no victories in sorry. You've got to put in the work. Lift yourself up.
The Startup Magazine
APRIL 29, 2021
According to the statistics , in 2020, there were 31.7 million small businesses in the United States. How can your company stand out from such a huge amount of competitors? You just need to learn a few simple and cheap marketing tactics that help you improve the brand visibility of your business. . Photo by rawpixel.com from Pexels. It’s very important for small businesses to be visible in Google search results.
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