Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

As an investor in startups, I most often see entrepreneurs who are technologists, or at least have a real passion for a specific product. They rarely highlight their marketing and relationship skills , even though, in my experience, these are more often the key to success in business than product skills. I’m a believer in the old saying that investors look for great people, more than great ideas.

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NZ Entrepreneur

DECEMBER 1, 2022

With inflation reaching a 30-year high, small businesses across the country will be looking for ways to reduce costs amid cost of living and rising price pressures. According to the latest MYOB SME Snapshot, a survey of over 500 local SME operators around New Zealand, most believe the economy will decline in the next year, putting further pressure on cashflow and margins.

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Duct Tape Marketing

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Simple Lessons In Never Giving Up written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Marketing Podcast with Martha McSally. In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interview Martha McSally. Martha is a compelling example of overcoming adversity and fear to achieve extraordinary feats. Losing her dad at the age of 12 and surviving sexual abuse and assault, she persevered to become the 1st woman in U.S. history to fly a fighter jet in combat and command a fighter squadron in

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ConversionXL

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Here’s an interesting statistic: Eight out of 10 TikTok users say they enjoy TikTok Ads. At a time when more people are using ad blockers and paying for ad-free experiences, TikTokers are embracing advertising. TikTok’s audience uses the app with an exploratory mindset and a willingness to engage with branded content. Ads are a natural part of the experience.

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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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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 26, 2022

One of the myths I often hear as an advisor to many entrepreneurs is that their lifestyle would somehow be better if they could more easily find other people’s money to build their startup. They don’t realize that according to many experts , more than 90 percent of satisfied entrepreneurs use bootstrapping, since other people’s money always comes with strings, most of them negative.

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Steve Blank

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

This article previously appeared in War on the Rocks. In the past, headlines about the Pentagon failing its financial audit again would never have caught my attention. But having been in the middle of this conversation when I served on one of the Defense Department’s advisory boards, I understand why the Pentagon can’t count. The experience taught me a valuable lesson about innovation and imagination in large organizations, and the difference visionary leadership – or the lack of it –

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Board Effect

DECEMBER 1, 2022

2022 has been a tumultuous year again. Organizations have been tested in many ways. The pandemic ended, or did it? People changed jobs at an unprecedented rate. The economy became less predictable. Information security was challenged. And the speed of all of these changes has only accelerated. Many of these issues ended up on boards’ agendas throughout the year, and will continue to do so in 2023. 5 Top Topics in 2022.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Business success is all about having the best team, yet the average entrepreneur has little prior experience with hiring people and building top-notch teams. It’s no wonder that 45 percent fail in the first five years, and an even smaller percentage ever see a return for their years of effort. Most new entrepreneurs assume their passion will attract and motivate the right team members.

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Before developing an innovation idea to bring to market, entrepreneurs should pursue these seven strategies for fact finding. The post 7 Fact-Finding Strategies Entrepreneurs Must Pursue Before Developing Their Product appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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deal architect

DECEMBER 1, 2022

As we have moved to virtual briefings, I have increasingly been excerpting short video segments (with permission) as part of my Analyst Cam series. This time it is Bas de Vos, VP of IFS Labs I first met him at.

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Rembrandt Communications

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Are you ready to have the best season yet (without spending a fortune!)? The holiday season is here, and it’s time to boost sales by year-end. But you don’t have a budget for advertising. What do you do? Follow these…. 5 Quick Tips to Boost Holiday Sales Fast (at no cost)! 1. Be creative. Instead of thinking about how you don’t have any money for advertising, think about how you can offer customers something unique that’s entertaining and helpful.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

In my role as an angel investor to startups, I’m struck by the broad variety of advisor strategies I see in investor presentations and business plans that cross my desk. Some entrepreneurs are “lone rangers,” never mentioning any outside guidance, while others tout dozens of advisors. In my experience, both of these approaches will likely have minimal value for your venture.

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Looking to enhance employee experience? Here are just three ways that you can take better care of your employees. The post 3 Ways To Look After Your Employees appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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The Startup Magazine

DECEMBER 1, 2022

When starting a business for the first time, it’s a good idea to set yourself up for success as well as possible. There are many ways to do this, but one worth considering is thinking about ways to set yourself apart from other new business owners and do things a little differently. Here are three key entrepreneur traits you should focus on. Be Open to Learning New Things.

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Growthink Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

As 2023 approaches, many businesses are beginning to prepare their business plans for the year. The new year brings new opportunities, and it’s important to be prepared. Having a business plan provides you with a roadmap that will help you achieve your business goals and take advantage of those new opportunities. In this article, we’ll […].

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 2, 2022

You can’t succeed in business without an operational model that delivers value to customers at a reasonable price, with an underlying cost that allows you to make a profit. There are no “overrides” – for example, businesses don’t thrive just because they offer the latest technology, or because everyone wants to be “green,” or because their goal is to reduce world hunger.

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Take time to identify and deploy best practices for remote and hybrid work, you'll flourish in the next normal with a new work-life balance. The post Adapting To A New Work-Life Balance Post-Pandemic appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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The Startup Magazine

DECEMBER 1, 2022

What does it take to be a successful entrepreneur? The answer is a combination of skill and luck, says Boca Raton, Florida, business owner Neil Parsont. This response may sound disheartening, but Neil has found ways to make luck work for him. Luck comes to those who are Loving, Understanding, Caring and Kind. By living a life of integrity and thinking of others, opportunities naturally come Neil’s way.

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VC Cafe

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Earlier this month we ( Remagine Ventures ) teamed up with Taylor Wessing (a leading UK law firm specialising in tech) on “Into the Metaverse”, a joint event to discuss the opportunities in gaming, crypto/web3 and Metaverse. We wanted to share the perspectives of startups, platforms, investors and brands. You can find a lot more information, including videos from the event in this dedicated Metaverse page.

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Growthink Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Every business needs to set goals. They are what give your company a sense of purpose and direction and ensure your business success. Without them, you would be aimlessly drifting along, hoping to find success without any real plan or strategy. If you don’t already have business goals for 2023, now is the time to […]. The post How To Set Your Business Goals For 2023 appeared first on Growthink.

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YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Life is full of distractions when it comes to decision making. Fight the urge and stay the course to see your dreams come true, says Ben Kalkman. The post My Prime Lesson: How I Learned To Always Make The Optimus Decision appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Booklets are one of the most versatile marketing tools out there. They can be used to promote just about anything, from products and services to events and causes. Moreover, because they’re so flexible, they can be customised to meet the specific needs of your target audience. You’ll be pleased to discover that printing booklets is very straightforward, as there are dozens of excellent online printing services to choose from.

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YFS Magazine

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

YFS Magazine YFS Magazine Conscious accountability can transform a team into a cohesive, collegial, productive unit. YFS Magazine YFS Magazine.

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abovethecrowd.com

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

In his recent bankruptcy proceeding filing, John Ray III, the new CEO and Chief Restructuring Officer at FTX, minced no words: I have over 40 years of legal and restructuring experience. I have been the Chief Restructuring Officer or Chief Executive Officer in several of the largest corporate failures in history. I have supervised situations involving allegations of criminal activity and malfeasance (Enron).

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

As a video production London agency, your final objective should be to satisfy your client with the work you've completed. The post Marketing Tips For Video Production Agencies In London appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

This article argues that successful B2B marketing must be based on professional, personal, and interactive communication that is implemented throughout the business. The only way that you will be able to gain and maintain good business is to effectively communicate with your buyers and understand their market, as well as create cogent lines of professional communication throughout the business itself.

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YFS Magazine

DECEMBER 1, 2022

YFS Magazine YFS Magazine Balancing being vulnerable and sharing too much information about yourself at the office is essential. YFS Magazine YFS Magazine.

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VC Cafe

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

The 2022 Founders Factories report by DealRoom and Accel shines a spotlight on the startup clusters that produced most unicorns across Europe and Israel, and then tracks the alumni of those unicorns to test where the talent goes to found their next companies. On a high level, the report found that “ of the more than 300 VC-backed unicorns in the region, 203 have fuelled more than 1,000 (1,018) new tech-enabled startups, with former employees becoming founders “ In terms of hubs, UK a

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YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Educate yourself in a variety of ways as a startup entrepreneur. Here are some of the effective ways you can increase and sharpen your entrepreneurial knowledge. The post 5 Ways Startup Entrepreneurs Can Gain More Knowledge appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

What is Pay Equity ? Pay equity is the principle that employers should pay employees equally for doing comparable work, regardless of their gender, race, or other protected characteristic. It’s an important issue for employers to be aware of, as unequal pay can lead to discrimination claims and other legal problems. As women and minorities continue to face wage disparity, it is an important issue in the workforce.

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crowdSPRING Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2022

The definitive guide on how brand architecture can add value to your brand to help you market, sell, and grow more efficiently.

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NZ Entrepreneur

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

How do you create that spark that gets customers and investors truly excited about your business? It can be one of the biggest frustrations for startups. You know your business idea has real value and potential, but you’re struggling to get traction with customers and investors. No matter how much you re-work your pitch document, website or marketing, your idea simply isn’t catching their interest.

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

One key factor of any successful business strategy is the use of Objectives and Key Results (OKRs). OKRs are a popular method for setting goals in organisation and measuring progress. The post The Role Of OKR Consultants In Business Strategy Development appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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The Startup Magazine

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Getting an office is a big step for any startup. Often, it symbolizes the progress one has made as an entrepreneur, and the confidence they have in growing the startup to profitability. But, just as the business grows and demands increase, a startup office setup comes with additional costs and more organizing tasks. Diverse group of young people having a meeting at the office – Startup office.

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VC Cafe

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Like any new and emerging technology, the Metaverse has faced its share of challenges and criticisms. A year after Facebook’s rebrand to Meta, the Metaverse has been the source of much attention, but not necessarily for the right reasons. On one end, Meta, which is struggling to deliver its vision for the Metaverse and balancing the massive expense it requires, with its declining core business.

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Growthink Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2022

To start or grow a business, you may need to apply for business funding. This can be accomplished in several ways, but it’s important to understand the different types of funding available and how to best position your business to receive it. In this article, we’ll discuss why you may need business funding in 2023 […]. The post Applying For Business Funding in 2023 appeared first on Growthink.

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