Startup Professionals Musings
JUNE 2, 2021
In case you hadn’t noticed, the key elements of a competitive advantage for your business have changed as businesses move online, and your domain is instantly global. The old approaches of controlling distribution channels, saturating retail, and methodically scaling your brand awareness don’t protect you anymore. The real challenge is to win massive consumer preference repeatedly.
The Startup Magazine
JUNE 3, 2021
As a start-up, you need all the sales you can get to survive the first few years in business. Most start-ups throw money away by not being accessible to users. Around 97% of business websites are not accessible to disabled visitors which leads to a bad user experience and can even end in lawsuits. In this article, we will look at some common website accessibility issues disabled users face when a website isn’t accessible to them and how you can make small changes to your website to make
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Up and Running
JUNE 1, 2021
Even on the leanest and most tightly run teams, payroll can be a tough process to unravel. For example, it can be more difficult to maintain strict employee privacy. Underpayments and overpayments are more common and harder to detect. Accuracy, standardization, backup systems, and other requirements can be overlooked and possibly trigger a time-consuming audit.
NZ Entrepreneur
MAY 31, 2021
The Angel Association of New Zealand ( AANZ ) is co-hosting with New Zealand Growth Capital Partners ( NZGCP ) a series of workshops on early-stage investment. Andrew Chen shares his takeaways from the second instalment on Portfolio Management, held in Wellington on 13 May 2021. Participants heard about both the theory and reality of portfolio management from three different experiences: Marcel van den Assum provided the angel investor perspective, having invested in over 50 companies over 15 ye
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
JUNE 1, 2021
Managing a budget for a nonprofit organization is much like planning a household budget, except that there are generally more sources of income and more categories of expenses. In both cases, a sound budget is important for financial sustainability and provides a guide for financial health and sustainability. A budget isn’t a prediction, a forecast, a target or a wish list.
The Startup Magazine
JUNE 3, 2021
Every business needs to make sure that it is using tech in the best possible manner as it can have a positive impact on just about every aspect of the business. When used correctly, tech can streamline operations, make work easier for your team, increase output, reduce costs, promote the business, keep customers happy and much more. Tech can also be an area that many businesses struggle with, especially as it seems to constantly be evolving and developing.
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Steve Blank
JUNE 4, 2021
I was pleasantly surprised to hear from Suresh, an ex-student I’ve known for a long time. A U.S. citizen he was now the head of sales and marketing for a company in London selling medical devices to hospitals in the UK National Health Service. His boss had identified the U.S. as their next market and wanted him to set up a U.S. salesforce. Suresh understood that the U.S. health system was very different from the system in the UK, not just the regulatory regime through the FDA, but the reimburse
Startup Professionals Musings
MAY 29, 2021
An underutilized, but valuable resource, every startup should investigate is a formal or informal connection to your alma mater, including any local university. These resources are definitely not limited to students, since every university seeks out and needs the real world exposure and experience of entrepreneurs who already are active in the real world marketplace.
The Startup Magazine
MAY 30, 2021
If you have expanded your business and started shipping products overseas, chances are that you will need help in the process. I’m not saying that you might not be able to handle all the work that needs to be done when it comes to producing and preparing your products. I am simply saying that the shipment process might be a bit more complicated than you might have thought, which means that you might need help in the area of freight forwarding.
Women Entrepreneurs Can
JUNE 3, 2021
Business success requires a range of skills and talents and it often makes sense to have a business partner rather than going solo. Iconic companies that have achieved phenomenal success include Microsoft, Apple, Google and Intel — every one of these companies had a couple of founders. Netflix now has two CEOs reflecting the key contribution of both.
Steve Blank
JUNE 1, 2021
There are no facts inside your building, so get the heck outside. I just had a call with Lorenz, a former business school student who started a job at a biotech startup making bacteria to take CO2 out of the air. His job was to find new commercial markets for this bacteria at scale. And he wanted to chat about how to best enter a new market. His market research found that the concrete industry contributes between 5 and 10% of the world’s carbon emissions.
Startup Professionals Musings
JUNE 4, 2021
Probably every one of you who has a business and a website have been approached through email or personal contact, and asked to spend money on paid search results (appear on the first page of search results, despite low SEO rank). What most people don’t realize is, according to recent statistics , despite top positioning, only a quarter of sites selected comes from paid search.
The Startup Magazine
JUNE 2, 2021
For decades the big four credit card vendors, Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express have had a lock on non-cash consumer purchases. While these institutions continue to be responsible for a huge amount of retail transactions, their dominance has been eroded in recent years by the rise of alternative payment methods. Source: Unsplash. From a consumer’s perspective, the ability to access alternative types of payment may be attractive when access to banking institutions is limited.
Women Entrepreneurs Can
JUNE 2, 2021
In many countries, due to the coronavirus pandemic, most retail industries suffered severe losses due to lockdowns and restrictions. It was the worst year for the retail sector in many years and unfortunately led to thousands of small businesses closing. Those who overcame the devastating effects of the global pandemic now lie with the task of rebuilding their business and getting things back to normal.
YoungUpstarts
MAY 31, 2021
Singaporean SMEs who go beyond the attitude of ‘survival’ and adopt a confident, innovation-first mindset will find that they have access to more opportunities, already available resources and significant solutions that will get them ahead of the curve. . The post How Singaporean SMEs Can Thrive In A COVID-19 Innovation Slump appeared first on Young Upstarts.
Startup Professionals Musings
MAY 30, 2021
Even though the world is getting smaller, due to easy global connectivity, people still feel alone if not well-connected locally. There is also more going on in every location, so this personal need and super sensitivity to the local community has spawned a new breed of Internet startups, called “hyperlocal.” The term first appeared at least ten years ago, but the model is now very common.
The Startup Magazine
JUNE 1, 2021
Family law firms handle a wide range of issues, including divorce, adoption, and other family affairs. While the demands for these legal services remain high, so are the number of legal service providers handling these cases. The legal market has thus become saturated with service providers facing marketing challenges. Lawyers having team meeting at law firm background. .
Women Entrepreneurs Can
JUNE 2, 2021
Employees are the lifeblood of all business organizations. Everyone knows the repercussions of one bad hire in bringing about severe damage to your team and brand as a whole. It isn’t now that entrepreneurs have started realizing the importance of having a full-time human resource manager for managing their teams. Although many may not consider this decision billable, some excellent expert advice considers having HRs as the only way for growing, preventing turnovers , and recruiting new employee
YoungUpstarts
JUNE 3, 2021
Thriving in business means adapting to the many disruptions and influences that shape our modern work environment. Workplace trends expert Rick Grimaldi shares what’s IN and what’s OUT in 2021. The post What’s IN And What’s OUT In The Workplace? Eight Trends Leaders Can’t Afford To Miss appeared first on Young Upstarts.
Startup Professionals Musings
MAY 31, 2021
As an advisor to new businesses, I’m a strong believer that no one succeeds alone in business. Yet I find that many entrepreneurs struggle and fail with that transition from personally developing an innovative new idea, to building all the relationships necessary to transform their idea into a successful business. These relationships include investors, an operational team , and customers.
The Startup Magazine
JUNE 2, 2021
Artificial Intelligence is a groundbreaking discipline of computer science that has revolutionized the trajectory of technology (AI). Artificial intelligence is concerned with designing smart machines and applications that can perform tasks that generally need human intelligence. This advancement in the technological field is shifting the paradigm of almost every industry in the world.
deal architect
JUNE 2, 2021
In the 48th episode of the series we have Peter Bendor-Samuel of Everest Group, a research firm focused on IT, business process, and engineering services since it was founded in 1991. I enjoy catching up with Peter on a regular.
YoungUpstarts
JUNE 3, 2021
If you’re a young entrepreneur looking for a new business venture (or your first business venture), then buying and running a convenience store may be perfect for you. The post 5 Reasons Young Entrepreneurs Should Consider Owning A Convenience Store appeared first on Young Upstarts.
Rembrandt Communications
JUNE 1, 2021
Take full advantage of every event this year… without spending a fortune. Many tradeshows have been cancelled or gone virtual this year, and this may be a huge disappointment for you. After all, these events are where you make personal connections, conduct tradeshow PR (public relations), find new customers and develop leads for years to come. Well, instead of moping around feeling sorry for yourself and watching your business lose sales, know that this is a great opportunity!
Feld Thoughts
JUNE 1, 2021
“Turn off the TV and go outside and play.” I expect these are words that have been said in almost every household in America. Amy and I hit the bottom of the TV barrel last week while watching Army of the Dead. It was so awful it was good. But it was awful. And … It’s June 1 and I’m done for the summer. No TV until Labor Day weekend.
ReadWriteStart
MAY 30, 2021
Too often, recruitment departments are sidelined as simply a call center or cost function of a business, with the sole purpose of getting people to attend interviews and accept offers. This attitude and practice couldn’t be further from the truth, as quality hiring provides the foundations for cohesive and successful teams. Many companies stick to old hiring processes, which often prevent their recruiters from getting their hands on top talent.
YoungUpstarts
JUNE 2, 2021
An organization in the throes of trauma needs leaders to share clear and concise communication more than ever. Diana Hendel, PharmD and Mark Goulston, MD share the best practices that will ensure your employees are getting the right messages the right way. The post 20 Communication Rules Leaders MUST Follow In Times Of Crisis appeared first on Young Upstarts.
The Startup Magazine
JUNE 2, 2021
Approximately 60 percent of businesses don’t have a long-term strategy in place for internal communications, according to statistics on Smarp. Internal communication is essential for boosting employee engagement and productivity, but many companies overlook its importance. It’s natural for companies to allocate more money and time to external communication because they define a company’s image to potential clients.
Feld Thoughts
JUNE 2, 2021
CU’s Silicon Flatirons Center Startup Summer is back! Startup Summer provides a fantastic experience for college-age students and interns interested in entrepreneurship and the Front Range emerging company scene. Startup Summer is a free offering that enhances your company’s internship program. Your company hires and pays your intern(s). You can hire an intern out of your own pool of candidates or, alternatively, let us know and we will get you student resumes from individuals who have r
Up and Running
JUNE 1, 2021
With the COVID-19 pandemic starting to recede, businesses now have to do what they can to ramp back up and claw their way back to growth. But that won’t be easy. The financial scars left by the past year won’t disappear anytime soon and cash flow continues to be an issue. And that means businesses have to be even more strategic than usual about how they invest their now-limited resources.
YoungUpstarts
JUNE 1, 2021
The Audible Accelerator Singapore programme identified and worked with 10 SMEs to produce original made-with-Singapore audio stories for the Audible platform. The post Ten Made-with-Singapore Audio Productions Debut On Audible appeared first on Young Upstarts.
YFS Magazine
JUNE 1, 2021
Entrepreneurs can turn neurodiverse learning needs into a winning strategy for innovation, discipline, and creative thinking.
The Startup Magazine
JUNE 2, 2021
Starting a new business is one of the most challenging things in life. However, once the venture picks up, the rewards are worthwhile. Over the past few years, the number of entrepreneurs has been rising steadily. They are all in the race of getting their businesses off the ground. Nevertheless, many of them face numerous challenges at the beginning of their journey, including startup funding.
Up and Running
MAY 31, 2021
Virtual sales pitches have been around for as long as video conferencing technology has been available. However, they’ve never been so important to such a wide variety of users until now. Once a priority for international business, video conferences, and remote meetings have been utilized by almost every salesperson during lockdown. In fact, one in five small businesses have adopted new technologies to mitigate the effects of the pandemic, according to Simply Business.
YoungUpstarts
JUNE 1, 2021
A small business without an IT function? Outsource your IT services by partnering with a reputable IT firm. The post Why Your Small Business Needs Information Technology (IT) appeared first on Young Upstarts.
Growthink Blog
JUNE 1, 2021
Growthink Capital Research tracked $10.9 billion in new venture funding in May 2021, up from the $10.8 billion in funding tracked in April. The month’s biggest funding event belonged to Kajabi which raised $550 million. Kajabi offers an all-in-one platform that makes it easy to create online courses, launch marketing campaigns, build landing pages and […].
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