Startup Professionals Musings
JUNE 23, 2021
As a consumer, I rarely pay attention to your marketing pitch, but I certainly always remember a exceptionally positive total experience with your team, based on a memorable set of interactions from first contact to discussions with friends. Yet, as a business consultant, I often find minimal focus on improving employee engagement and assessing their customer-facing performance.
ReadWriteStart
JUNE 19, 2021
There are few technologies in the world today that can make a Trillion-dollar impact on the global economy. IoT (Internet of Things) is one of them. McKinsey, the global think tank, estimates that IoT will have an economic impact of between $4 trillion and $11 trillion by 2025 ( Source ). Source: Mckinsey. IoT brings organizations a whole new way of working wherein it becomes easier to control, manage, and monitor remotely located hardware.
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The Startup Magazine
JUNE 23, 2021
The Research and Development Tax Credit or more known as R&D Tax Credit is a tax credit that all businesses can avail of to minimize their state and federal tax liabilities. It was specifically designed to provide incentives to businesses that have a strong R&D program and are always finding ways to develop and improve processes to drive growth and development.
Up and Running
JUNE 21, 2021
New tech entrepreneurs can find it difficult to surmount the onslaught of obstacles to getting a new business off the ground. Some days can feel so frustrating that you consider giving up. However, the challenges you face are the same ones that every successful small business owner has faced and then surmounted in some way or another. It can be instructive and inspirational to hear about businesses that triumphed over adversity.
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
ConversionXL
JUNE 25, 2021
An effective product launch strategy helps you generate awareness, build intrigue, and validate your product positioning. But it’s not a linear journey. The best product launches take into account the product lifecycle—understanding where it fits into the bigger picture, and how to transition through each phase. In this article, we’ll explain how to build a resilient product launch strategy that survives a non-linear journey.
Board Effect
JUNE 23, 2021
When it comes to developing a responsible compliance program, your board can start by asking, “What makes a good compliance program for nonprofits?”. First, your board needs to consider the 3 purposes of your compliance program: Prevention. Detection. Corrective action. With these purposes in mind, you can start putting the components of a strong compliance program together so your board can rest assured that your nonprofit is operating according to all applicable laws and regulations.
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Up and Running
JUNE 22, 2021
Making sure your company is running like a well-oiled machine isn’t always easy. Many small business owners bank on their experience. The word alone transmits a sense of trustworthiness and reliability that makes customers feel secure. . However, if you asked most entrepreneurs to define exactly what that experience is, they might be hard-pressed to provide a clear answer.
deal architect
JUNE 19, 2021
In the 49th episode of the series we have a repeat appearance by Sabrina Horn, CEO of Horn Strategy We discuss her new book "Make it, don't fake it". The book shows how authentic leadership eliminates the need for the.
Startup Professionals Musings
JUNE 20, 2021
I often hear the popular notion that successful entrepreneurs are built from a single heroic insight or a single innovation. This is just plain wrong. The business world is a symphony of players and elements that only works when everything interconnects harmoniously. Continuous innovation and continuous learning are required for any sustained connection and success.
Both Sides of the Table
JUNE 22, 2021
A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of talking to Samir Kaji on the Venture Unlocked podcast about a wide range of topics that we as venture capitalists think about everyday, including: How to build a generational firm?—?retaining partner talent and finding the complimentary networks and skillsets firms need to succeed over time The state of venture today and how COVID crammed 10 years of technological change into one accelerated year The human psychology of decision making and one book I think
Steve Blank
JUNE 23, 2021
We just finished the 11th annual Lean LaunchPad class at Stanford — our first version focused on deep science and technology. I’ve always thought of the class as a minimal viable product – testing new ideas and changing the class as we learn. This year was no exception as we made some major changes, all of which we are going to keep going forward.
YoungUpstarts
JUNE 21, 2021
Marketing a small business does take time, but when you do it right, you give your business a higher chance of survival. The post Tips For Marketing A Small Business appeared first on Young Upstarts.
Startup Professionals Musings
JUNE 21, 2021
If you are one of the many professionals still trapped between jobs by circumstances outside your control, or are about to dump the loser job you have now, you should be actively defining and starting your own business, in parallel with looking for that ideal job. Let me explain why this is a win-win deal, no matter what the outcome. You have probably secretly always wanted to run your own show, but with an existing job, never took the time to consider a startup.
Austin Startup
JUNE 24, 2021
Bringing the CRE Industry to the 21st Century It’s hard to believe that the Commercial Real Estate (CRE) industry has operated essentially the same way for the past 15 years considering how much technology has advanced and significantly improved most industries. Yet even the most technically savvy brokers still run their businesses through a combination of PDFs, Excel spreadsheets, text messages, and email.
deal architect
JUNE 24, 2021
As we have moved to virtual briefings, I have increasingly been excerpting short video segments (with permission ), as part of my Analyst Cam series. Salesforce held an Industries Summit earlier this month. They invited me to an analyst pre-briefing.
YoungUpstarts
JUNE 22, 2021
Sean Dowdell is known as the Tattooed Millionaire, while Thora is passionate about empowering women business owners through her story. We chat with the husband-wife team, who are also authors of the book “Brand Renegades“. The post [Interview] Sean And Thora Dowdell, Owners Of Club Tattoo Studios appeared first on Young Upstarts.
Startup Professionals Musings
JUNE 19, 2021
Many people seem to have the sense that ethics are spiraling downward in business, and unfortunately most startup professionals and entrepreneurs I know don’t believe they can make a difference. They don’t realize that if they don’t take an active role in the solution, they really become part of the problem. I do believe that most business people want to do the right thing, but many just don’t have the skills to develop an unemotional ethical position, or confidence to act on their ethical belie
Aymeric Gaurat-Apelli
JUNE 20, 2021
I am part of a mastermind group of 4 entrepreneurs. Last week, one question that came up was “How do you keep the quality of your product up?” As the only technical founder of the group, I could offer some suggestions regarding the software development aspect. Since my suggestions were well received, I thought I would try to capture them in a blog post.
deal architect
JUNE 24, 2021
As we have moved to virtual briefings, I have increasingly been excerpting short video segments (with permission ), as part of my Analyst Cam series. Salesforce held an Industries Summit earlier this month. They invited me to an analyst pre-briefing.
YoungUpstarts
JUNE 21, 2021
Whether you should hire an employee or an independent contractor comes down to your business needs. Here are four considerations. The post Should You Hire An Employee Or An Independent Contractor? Four Key Considerations appeared first on Young Upstarts.
Startup Professionals Musings
JUNE 25, 2021
It seems like everyone wants to be an entrepreneur and get rich these days. As a business mentor, I sometimes feel besieged by people begging for my view and support of their latest idea. In reality, I like most ideas, but I have to tell them that the real challenge is taking the inspiration from a dream to a business reality. All the evidence says that over 99% fail to make that leap.
The Startup Magazine
JUNE 24, 2021
Suppose you have a brilliant business idea. You dedicate many precious hours to draw a perfect plan, devise your strategies, and allocate budgets – in short, you make sure to leave no loose ends. You set up a meeting with your company’s potential clients, confident that your idea would be the talk of the town and that your company would immensely grow after securing finances (because of your idea), all without asking a communication expert for advice.
deal architect
JUNE 23, 2021
As we have moved to virtual briefings, I have increasingly been excerpting short video segments (with permission ), as part of my Analyst Cam series. Salesforce held an Industries Summit earlier this month. They invited me to an analyst pre-briefing.
YoungUpstarts
JUNE 21, 2021
If you can get into the right habits, then you can become a much more efficient group or individual. Here are ten good habits to form to boost your productivity. The post 10 Remarkably Straightforward Ways To Boost Your Productivity And Efficiency appeared first on Young Upstarts.
Up and Running
JUNE 21, 2021
When you want to scale your business , you have a few choices. You could toss more money into marketing. Possibly bump up your product or service lineup. You could even encourage your current customer base to give you more of their discretionary dollars. . And you know what? Any of those tactics could work to expand your brand’s reach. Nevertheless, you should consider another proven amplification approach for your brand: forming strategic partnerships.
The Startup Magazine
JUNE 23, 2021
If you’re just starting a business, you surely know how important it is to make sure that your business has a good reputation. A good business reputation means success, and a bad one means failure. One way of ensuring that your business builds and maintains a good reputation is to make sure that your startup is professional. This will lead to a good reputation amongst potential clients, as well as potential employees – and these are two of the most important groups of people for any business.
SiliconHills
JUNE 21, 2021
By Kenny Tomlin, Founder and Executive Chairman of AnthemIQ It’s difficult to believe that the Commercial Real Estate (CRE) industry has continued to operate in essentially the same manner the past 15 years, considering how much technology has advanced and significantly improved most industries. Yet, even the most technically savvy brokers still run their business […].
YoungUpstarts
JUNE 23, 2021
Looking to be an award-winning, best selling author? Here are the top five mistakes that you as an aspiring writer should avoid making. The post Top 5 Mistakes Aspiring Writers Should Avoid Making appeared first on Young Upstarts.
Board Effect
JUNE 21, 2021
The leaders you count on today may not be able to fulfill their duties tomorrow, and the right succession planning tools make the task of planning for successive leadership efficient and easy. Continuous, strong leadership is a must-have for nonprofits. Regardless of what obstacles and challenges your board faces, your nonprofit’s work must continue.
The Startup Magazine
JUNE 21, 2021
Sometimes, a business organization can face a lot of hurdles due to several circumstantial reasons. And due to the negative circumstances, business owners can take a hard decision like closing down one of their business locations and moves to another place. However, the leading cross country movers that specialize in relocation packages explain that such situations are really distressing for the business owners and for its employees as well.
YFS Magazine
JUNE 21, 2021
B2B business leaders who commit to further digitizing their go-to-market strategies will drive significant competitive advantage.
YoungUpstarts
JUNE 21, 2021
Moving your business to a new office is exciting but stressful. It requires planning and well-coordinated execution for it to be smooth and successful. The post A Business’s Guide To Moving Into A New Office Space appeared first on Young Upstarts.
SiliconHills
JUNE 25, 2021
Outdoorsy, an RV rental marketplace, raises $120 million and launches Roamly, an insurance technology product with plans to expand into Europe.
The Startup Magazine
JUNE 21, 2021
If 2020 was a year of disruption, 2021 seems to be a year of reconstruction which will hopefully lead to recovery. And, like with any financial crisis, some sectors always end up rising amid the wreckage. They are the ones that can adapt to new realities and respond to new demands the best, such as delivery services, for instance, or any service that can help people or businesses with specific issues that they’re dealing with at this particular time.
Up and Running
JUNE 22, 2021
In today’s digitized economy, efficiency is king. In fact, if you had to choose a single factor that determines the ultimate success or failure of an enterprise, efficiency would be it. And the businesses that focus on it — almost to the exclusion of all else – end up on top. For proof, you need to look no further than today’s market trendsetters.
YoungUpstarts
JUNE 23, 2021
How can young sales professionals establish and elevate their careers in these extraordinary times? We talk to Alex Dripchak, author of "100 Skills of the Successful Sales Professional" to find out. The post [Interview] Alex Dripchak, Author Of “100 Skills Of The Successful Sales Professional” appeared first on Young Upstarts.
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