Duct Tape Marketing

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Why Working Less is the Secret to Earning More With Alyson Caffrey written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with Alyson Caffrey Coming in at number four of your favorite episodes lately: In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interviewed Alyson Caffrey, the founder of Operations Agency and the co-creator of the operations simplified framework, which is aimed at streamlining the backend operations for digital and creative agencies.

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Steve Blank

OCTOBER 8, 2024

“Only the Paranoid Survive” Andy Grove – Intel CEO 1987-1998 I just had an urgent “can we meet today?” coffee with Rohan, an ex-student. His three-year-old startup had been slapped with a notice of patent infringement from a Fortune 500 company. “My lawyers said defending this suit could cost $500,000 just for discovery, and potentially millions of dollars if it goes to trial.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked concerns about the future of traditional marketing, particularly in the legal industry. The post What Does The Rise Of AI Mean For Law Firm SEO? appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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Brandanew

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Depending on which part of India or South Asia you may be from, Diwali is celebrated differently. It is also celebrated by communities from outside of India. Many countries in South-East Asia and Caribbean have roots or heritage from the Indian subcontinent and the “Ramayana” epic is known well beyond South Asia. On this special […] The post 5 South-Asian Books on Diwali appeared first on Peerbagh.

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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

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Mike Michalowicz

OCTOBER 10, 2024

 Cutting ties with clients is tough. As business owners, we pour so much time, energy, and care into our work that the thought of walking away from any client can feel daunting—almost like we’re failing them. But let me tell you, letting go of certain clients can be one of the bravest, most confidence-boosting decisions you’ll ever make. It’s not just about survival; it’s about thriving.

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Steve Blank

OCTOBER 5, 2024

I got a call from an ex-student asking me “how do you know when you found product market fit?” There’s been lots of words written about it, but no actual recordings of the moment. I remembered I had saved this 90 second, 26 year-old audio file because this is when I knew we had found it at Epiphany. The speaker was the the Chief Financial Officer of a company called Visio, subsequently acquired by Microsoft I played it for her and I think it provided some clarity.

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The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Starting a business from scratch has numerous challenges, including high start-up costs and increased failure rates. This is where franchising comes in. Unlike starting a business from scratch, franchising offers several advantages. Discussed below are five benefits of franchising. 1. Lower failure risks Starting a business from scratch has high failure rates , usually due to untested business models and a lack of good management skills.

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Lightspeed Venture Partners

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Lightspeed Venture Partners is a multi-stage venture capital firm focused on accelerating disruptive innovations and trends.

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Berkonomics

OCTOBER 10, 2024

I cannot tell you how many times I have seen executive summaries of business plans in which the entrepreneur seeks $5,000,000 to build the business. Four reasons you should reconsider. First, few startups can use that much money today with all the virtual services available and increasingly inexpensive methods of development, prototyping and marketing.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 7, 2024

by Kirsten Moorefield, co-founder of Cloverleaf Talent Development Leaders face ongoing tension: they’re tasked with developing employees at all levels while balancing the need to scale these efforts across the organization without ballooning costs or losing the personal touch. With stretched teams, limited time, and a constant need to prove the ROI of development programs, […] The post Using Digital Coaching Tools To Improve Team Performance appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 9, 2024

If you are worried about your business, we’re sure that there is a reason for that. You have probably noticed that your business isn’t performing so well at the moment, or that something isn’t going quite the way that you had hoped. The good news is that the best thing that you can do is identify the problem so that you can move forward, picking your business back up.

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SiliconHills

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Austin-based Lucky Energy, the better-for-you energy drink brand, has closed an oversubscribed $11.75 million Series A funding round led by Brand Foundry Ventures. Other investors include Imaginary Ventures, Sapphire Sport, and Sugar Capital. This latest round brings the company’s total funding to $26.5 million.

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Our Own Start-up

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Creating a blog for your marketplace can be a powerful tool for increasing your online visibility, attracting clients, and sharing topics that matter to you. The post Create A Blog for Your Marketplace first appeared on Our Own Startup.

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Hearpreneur

OCTOBER 7, 2024

This motivational video is to help CEOs, entrepreneurs and business owners start the week off inspired to become great.

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The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 9, 2024

As a business owner, there are many things that must be accomplished on a daily basis. Everything from managing the flow of inventory to talking with prospective clients might fall under your purview. However, there are a few things you need to do starting today. Read on to learn more about the important business owner tasks. Image Credit Create a Will If you were surprised that creating a will is a recommendation for a business owner, think again.

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SiliconHills

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Austin-based DefectDojo, a pioneer in scalable application security, has raised $7 million in Series A funding to meet growing market demand for its platform and to enhance its product offerings.

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Hunter Walker

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Sunday reads for you from a too hot SF Why Is the Loneliness Epidemic So Hard to Cure [Matthew Shaer/New York Times] – The Loneliness Epidemic as a cultural trend stared pre-COVID but the pandemic mirrored the effects of a weightlifter shooting HGH – immediate and noticeable difference in mass. Put me in the camp that believes many societal issues including drug abuse, mental illness, and political radicalism are being fueled by isolation.

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Hearpreneur

OCTOBER 8, 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- Being surrounded by a strong support network Photo Credit: Rasmus Aarup Christi

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The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2024

As a small business owner, you probably know that growth is both exciting and challenging. Whether you’re expanding your product line, hiring more employees, or moving into a larger space, these small business growth milestones often require additional capital. Choosing the right financing for your growing small business may help ensure your expansion is smooth and sustainable.

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SiliconHills

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Uber Technologies and autonomous vehicle startup Avride have announced a multiyear strategic partnership to bring Avride’s autonomous delivery robots and vehicles to Uber and Uber Eats. The partnership aims to improve delivery and mobility services by integrating Avride’s autonomous technology into Uber’s platform.

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Mike Michalowicz

OCTOBER 7, 2024

If you’re like most entrepreneurs, you’ve probably experienced the constant grind of running a business that doesn’t always feel like it aligns with your bigger vision. I get it. You started with a dream, but along the way, things started to shift. Maybe you’ve found yourself bending over backward to please clients who don’t appreciate your work or taking on jobs that drain your energy.

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NZ Entrepreneur

OCTOBER 9, 2024

As the founder of Buy Kiwi , an eCommerce platform built for New Zealand-owned businesses, Jamie Farmer has helped plenty of Kiwi businesses sell their products and services to a local, national and global market. He’s also seen many experience issues when setting up their website domains, where it’s not always straightforward securing the right one for their business.

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The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2024

It is astounding to know how many business bosses lack the knowledge to keep their workplace safe. Focusing on numbers and aesthetics doesn’t provide safety and security for your staff. You must know how to best create a safe work environment to maintain the health and well-being of the team. Here, you can find unspoken tips and secrets that will help your workplace become a safe haven.

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Where to Play

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Identifying new market opportunities for your innovation can be a daunting task. Often, entrepreneurs and innovators are so focused on their product’s immediate application that they miss potential avenues for growth. That’s where the Opportunity Discovery Assistant, powered by GPT-4, comes in.

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SiliconHills

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Mesa, an Austin-based homeowner membership platform, has officially launched, raising $9.2 million in seed funding to address what its founders call a “home cost crisis.” The $7.2 million seed round was led by Streamlined Ventures with participation from Starting Line, Assurant Ventures, Vera Equity, Redwood Trust Horizons, and Clocktower Ventures, among others.

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Lightspeed Venture Partners

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The post Healthcare AI: A Diagnosis of the Disruption appeared first on Lightspeed Venture Partners.

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Duct Tape Marketing

OCTOBER 9, 2024

To Niche or Not to Niche: The Pitfalls of Over-Specialization written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Ducttape Marketing Podcast with John Janstch Week two of your favorite episodes, this time (surprisingly) a solo show: In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I talked about a topic on my mind for a while: the evolution of niche marketing.

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Where to Play

OCTOBER 8, 2024

With the growing interest in large language models (LLMs), we saw an opportunity to boost user creativity by integrating GPT chatbot functionality into the Where to Play web-app. Specifically, we focused on enhancing worksheet 1, to optimize the identification phase.

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OnlyOnce

OCTOBER 11, 2024

I’ve been uncharacteristically quiet since April (I still hate non-competes and while I respect the right of the Chamber of Commerce to sue the FTC, I hope common sense prevails). Between then and now, we switched things up at Bolster , and my co-founder Cathy Hawley is now the CEO. Things are great there, and if you need any executive search help (Director to C-level or Board/Advisory/Fractional), let me know.

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Lightspeed Venture Partners

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The post Alpha-9 Oncology appeared first on Lightspeed Venture Partners.

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Women Entrepreneurs Can

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Understanding Personal Loans Since personal loans are unsecured and paid back in monthly installments without collateral, many people need significant assets to get them. They are supported by creditworthiness and come with fixed interest rates, allowing borrowers to plan repayment schedules without fluctuating payments. This stability is crucial for maintaining a balanced budget and avoiding financial pitfalls.

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Reid Hoffman

OCTOBER 9, 2024

At the center of many technological debates lies a fundamental question about human agency—our ability to make independent choices, act upon them, and exert influence over our lives. The rise of artificial intelligence is challenging the very concept of human agency, forcing us to ask whether we can continue to direct our own destinies or if, by relying on intelligent systems, we risk yielding control over the decisions that define our lives.

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Duct Tape Marketing

OCTOBER 5, 2024

Weekend Favs October 5th written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing My weekend blog post routine includes posting links to a handful of tools or great content I ran across during the week. I don’t go into depth about the finds, but I encourage you to check them out if they sound interesting. The photo in the post is a favorite for the week from an online source or one I took on the road.

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Lightspeed Venture Partners

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The post Xaira appeared first on Lightspeed Venture Partners.

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Lightspeed Venture Partners

OCTOBER 8, 2024

The post Investing in EvenUp: On a Mission to Closing the Justice Gap appeared first on Lightspeed Venture Partners.

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