YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 3, 2020
by Joe Cox, Content Director at Superb Digital. Without a clearly defined structure, your website will simply be a miscellaneous collection of pages that are impossible to navigate. Despite being such an integral part of delivering a seamless user experience (UX), it is surprising how many decision makers fail to invest enough energy into the creation of a logical and intuitive site structure that ensures each page is easily accessible.
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 7, 2020
Every one of you has had to deal with the conflicting requirements of optimizing your business in the short term versus the long term. In the short term you need customers to find you at any price, and in the longer term you need revenue, profit, and return loyalty. Even a million users on your social media site won’t pay the bills until you sell some advertising or a premium service.
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ConversionXL
AUGUST 4, 2020
Your new boss read that customer experience (CX) improvements can deliver billions in additional revenue. So HR hot-footed it onto LinkedIn and recruited you to make this a reality. As if expectations like that weren’t enough, you might have heard that one in four CX employees are predicted to lose their jobs this year–if you can’t prove value, you don’t get a paycheck. .
The Startup Magazine
AUGUST 4, 2020
Social distancing is now the norm for businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, The Guardian notes that small companies may face severe restrictions due to social distancing. Companies such as a tanning salon or a beauty parlor are faced with a lot of uphill challenges just to keep staff and customers safe. To effectively manage remote workers during the social distancing era requires understanding the problems and approaching them proactively.
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
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 3, 2020
by Bhupendra Choudhary, Business Head of FieldCircle. According to the US job report from the labor department, US employers have given off nearly 30 million positions from payrolls due to the coronavirus pandemic and related lockdown. Similar reports came from India as well. Center for Monitoring Indian Economy reported that 27 million youth in the age group of 20-30 years lost their jobs in April 2020.
Startup Lessons Learned
AUGUST 4, 2020
From the very start, the coronavirus has been a fast-moving target. The mechanisms of where and how it's moved through the country have made managing the spread challenging. Max Henderson founded Covid Act Now to help with that process by making data-driven recommendations for sheltering in place (and later, for reopening) combined with public advocacy guidance to get local government to pay attention to the real facts about spread and safety.
Start Up Roar brings together the best content for start up professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
The Startup Magazine
AUGUST 4, 2020
When you start a business, part of the process involves sourcing the money you need to get it on its feet and launched. This money is not often enough, and that is okay. You just need to know what to prioritize, where to shop, when to invest, and when to outsource. With those four startup budget tips in mind, you’ll be able to set up your new business even on the tightest of budgets, as well as save time as you expand your operations. 1.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 4, 2020
The covid-19 pandemic prompted huge numbers of workers to try their hands at working from home – and many small businesses are looking to allow workers to continue the practice even after the virus has gone away. Most workers report that being allowed to work from home has improved their lives. It means less time spent travelling from place to place, and more flexibility in fitting working life around personal life.
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 3, 2020
The critical success factors for a product business are well known, starting with selling every unit with a gross margin of 50 percent or more, building a patent and other intellectual property, and continuous product improvement. If your forte is a service, like consulting or web site design, it’s harder to find guidance on what will get you funded, and how you can scale your business.
deal architect
AUGUST 5, 2020
I have been doing video interviews with a number of CIOs, software executives 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.
The Startup Magazine
AUGUST 1, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has become a global crisis of epic proportions—affecting businesses and economies around the world. Due to the restrictions imposed by different governments, many have been relying on digital platforms for their needs. eCommerce has seen a boost in the past few months, with online shoppers doing their shopping in bed, in the office, and even from the bathroom.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 6, 2020
Calendars have changed countless times throughout history. In recent times, technology has improved upon calendars. In the days when workers would use desktops, Microsoft Calendar ruled the market. After phones became widespread, the generic calendar apps on our phones replaced Microsoft Calendar. With countless calendar apps on the market, here’s how to use the newest Microsoft Calendar to improve your life.
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 2, 2020
One of the characteristics that every good investor looks for in an aspiring entrepreneur is resilience , or the ability to learn from and bounce back after a failure. You don’t have to have previous startup problems to show resilience – everyone should have a story of tackling a tough challenge with minimal success, but using the failure to move on and achieve an objective.
Women Entrepreneurs Can
AUGUST 4, 2020
Starting a business is no small feat. There are so many factors to consider, such as budgeting, office space, and customer satisfaction. Creating a brand, however, is arguably the most challenging task of this venture. Read this helpful guide on how to create better brand recognition so that you can be successful right out of the gate. Search Engine Optimization.
Rembrandt Communications
AUGUST 3, 2020
How do you use content in a crisis? The right words can help you thrive instead of just survive. During this pandemic, did you realize that there were many things you could have done to prepare in advance? Don’t worry. You are not alone. The good news is that you’ve learned a valuable lesson. Now, you can prepare for the future, and one of the key tools to use is copywriting.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 6, 2020
If you think that direct mail is a non-effective marketing tool, then you should think again. Direct mail, if done right, can be as effective as any other marketing tool. Despite the increased popularity of technological means of advertising, some business still benefits largely from direct mail. And if you think that direct mail is for the old, you’re wrong.
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 5, 2020
As an advisor to entrepreneurs, one of the most common requests I get is for an evaluation of a next startup idea. I try to explain that even the most innovative idea will fail if it is not a good fit for you at this time, so the question I ask them is “why you now” rather than “ why this solution now ?” The right person can make any idea a business success, and the wrong one will always struggle.
Women Entrepreneurs Can
AUGUST 3, 2020
Leveraging technology within your business model can lay down the path for improved productivity, smoother operation, and increased profits. Although technology can do wonders when it comes to improving the efficiency of any business, most business owners have no idea when it comes to implementing and integrating the right IT systems into their organizations.
View from Seed
AUGUST 5, 2020
As summer moves into fall there is always a surge in new investment activity. This year will likely be even more pronounced since many companies delayed seeking funding during the beginning of the pandemic, and are now thinking about approaching investors. During this time, founders are often confused about the opaque world of decision-making within VC firms.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 7, 2020
To earn good grades is your priority as a college student. During this time, you’re expected to spend most of your days attending classes and submitting academic requirements to your professors. College can be challenging, but being able to earn money on your own can make the experience less stressful and more rewarding. Earning money while attending college is very beneficial as this allows you to improve your time management and networking skills.
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 1, 2020
Entrepreneurs seem to have blinders on when looking at competitors. Generally they are so focused on killing competitors that they fail to see the positive potential of a strategic partnership or some other type of collaborative relationship. Sometimes you have to put aside the emotion and the passion, and just look at what is best for your business.
Women Entrepreneurs Can
AUGUST 6, 2020
It’s often said that people don’t leave jobs, they leave bad managers. Poor management can impact badly on employee retention, and it can also reduce engagement and damage productivity levels. Learning to be a good leader is a very important skill. Here are the top tips to become, and stay, a great manager. Be caring. Caring is the most unexpected but the most powerful trait for a manager to have.
Feld Thoughts
AUGUST 3, 2020
Amy and I, through our Anchor Point Foundation, underwrote a new video series on PBS 12 called From Moment to Movement. From the trailer: Tensions around race relations have been simmering for centuries in the U.S. Now they’re now at a boiling point. Meanwhile, President Trump’s administration is treating Black Lives Matters protestors like domestic terrorists.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 5, 2020
by Kristy Campbell, COO of Rev1 Ventures. In the face of continued economic uncertainty, startups must look at all avenues for growth. One that may have been dismissed during COVID-19 is offering internships to college students and recent graduates. Internship programs lead to collaboration that can move companies forward, while developing the next wave of entrepreneurs.
The Startup Magazine
AUGUST 1, 2020
Being an entrepreneur and setting up your own manufacturing business is a very exciting opportunity. Even after we have narrowed down on the best product for manufacturing, there are many other challenges once needs to pay attention to. Do you know some of the fundamentals when it comes to setting up a new manufacturing business? Are you aware of some areas you would need to focus on, which are more important than others are when setting up your factory?
Women Entrepreneurs Can
AUGUST 4, 2020
Innovation means coming up with something new: a better way to perform an existing service, a new product that improves on an older one, or a more efficient process that replaces a more complicated one. Businesses create innovations by observing their customers and filling a need that hadn’t previously been met. Establish Open Communication. Encouraging innovation requires open lines of communication with employees.
Feld Thoughts
AUGUST 4, 2020
I got a note from someone who recently saw my Techstars mental health video. He said that could relate to how I describe depression as the “absence of joy.” He went on to write me a long, thoughtful, and brave note about his experience with depression. One thing stood out to me was a statement near the end: “I can’t convince myself to “speak to someone” because it feels wrong if I am paying them.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 6, 2020
by Lonny Kocina, CEO of Media Relations Agency and author of “ The CEO’s Guide to Marketing: The Book Every Marketer Should Read Before Their Boss Does “. There are lessons to be learned from this current marketing environment. Not even the best prepared businesses could have planned for the economic fallout that is taking place during this pandemic.
SiliconHills
AUGUST 5, 2020
Breyer Capital has announced plans to open a new office in Austin. The Silicon Valley-based venture capital and private equity firm, founded in 2006, is already an investor in Austin-based OJO Labs and Swivel. “I personally will be spending significant time in the city, investing in new opportunities and working alongside longtime friends and colleagues,” […].
The Startup Magazine
AUGUST 1, 2020
Making relocation packages attractive to prospective candidates is one of the most important parts of ensuring success. One of the best ways to achieve this is by offering corporate housing to those who are being given the opportunity to relocate, since this makes life much easier for them when a major move is proposed. There are a raft of other benefits to consider in this context, so here is a look at what other reasons you might want to provide organization-owned accommodation to those who ne
Feld Thoughts
AUGUST 2, 2020
Saturday is reading, running, resting, and playing with Amy day. Digital sabbath. I was tired from the week and slept for ten hours. I also took a 90-minute nap in the afternoon. I had a good, albeit short (4 loops) run in the morning. I ran ten loops this morning, so getting back in the groove after a week of not feeling great. My book was John Lewis’ Across That Bridge: Life Lessons and a Vision for Change.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 7, 2020
by Edward Segal, author of “ Crisis Ahead: 101 Ways to Prepare for and Bounce Back from Disasters, Scandals and Other Emergencies “ Small businesses must often confront and deal with controversial issues that can threaten their image, reputation, profits, and relations with customers and the public. These issues have recently included the #MeToo movement, Black Lives Matter, racial inequality, social injustice, and the impact of COVID-19.
Up and Running
AUGUST 3, 2020
As worries about the COVID-19 pandemic ease a bit and states reopen, you might wonder how you’ll draw customers back in for dining. Most establishments adjusted quickly to statewide shutdowns, offering delivery and carryout options. However, opening your restaurant back up is a different challenge. You have to follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and make your patrons feel safe.
The Startup Magazine
AUGUST 1, 2020
Think print marketing is outdated and lacking compared to digital marketing? Think again! Here’s how to embrace print in 2020 and beyond. Four out of five people downright ignore every online ad they see. Despite this, yearly spending on digital advertisements has already exceeded 100 billion dollars. However, this has only led to a saturated market with rising costs.
Feld Thoughts
AUGUST 5, 2020
My partner Chris Moody decided to be a vlogger and has started a new video series. I suggested he hang out on TikTok but he prefers trying to get famous on Youtube. So far he has 57 Views but 102 Subscribers. I find that fascinating. Enjoy! The post Never Take Money From A VC: Part 1 appeared first on Feld Thoughts.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 4, 2020
How popular are cryptocurrencies? Well, the crypto market was born to trade them specifically. Bitcoin is the leading cryptocurrency by market cap, and the most known, a lot of people are trading bitcoin online. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned bitcoin trader, the following tips will help you a lot to be successful in every trade you make: Trade on Only What You Can Afford to Lose.
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