YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 19, 2020
Unless you’re already operating a mega-corporation, chances are you’re working with limited resources. Especially in a time where profit margins seem thinner than ever, it’s important to bolster your workflow with smarter expenses. Take a step back and assess how your business capital would be best spent. Do you need to invest in production services to create more creative rich media?
Startup Professionals Musings
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Most entrepreneurs, and members of any small team, naively assume that the key to their success is hard work, dedication, and long hours in the business. In reality, their effectiveness is usually more related to how well they develop their work relationships with peers and business leaders. First they need to decipher correctly every relationship as a workship, friendship, or foe.
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Hearpreneur
DECEMBER 23, 2020
Every new year brings with it a new form of excitement and anticipation. The reason is that every new year brings about a “newness” for lack of a better term when we are able to start fresh and change those things that we did bad or things we have been thinking about doing. For us at CEO Blog Nation, we get it. So that’s why we are excited about 2021 because there will be more and more entrepreneurs and businesses.
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 22, 2020
Every organization built for growth and market influence should include Wikipedia in its strategic plan. The value of inclusion in the world’s most-read knowledge base is significant. By: Dan Cook , Journalist, Wikipedia Expert, To The Point Collaborative. Wikipedia ‘s purpose is to benefit readers by acting as a free encyclopedia; a comprehensive written compendium that contains information on all branches of knowledge.
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
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Businesses are all about collaboration and communication between different groups of people. This can essentially be between the business and the customers or the business and the employees. With businesses getting more globalized than ever, with offices being situated in different locations and time zones, there are different technologies being used to accommodate such settings.
Up and Running
DECEMBER 23, 2020
You can’t always get what you want in life — but often you get what you need. It’s easy to listen to that lyric and gloss over the advice within, yet successful entrepreneurs get it. Things may not work out exactly as planned, but to turn a short burst of relevance into a long, healthy business life, sometimes trade-offs are necessary. Thankfully, the pandemic hasn’t scared away resilient folks who want to start businesses.
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Duct Tape Marketing
DECEMBER 22, 2020
5 Trends That Impact Consultants and Coaches in 2021 written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. In addition to working with thousands of small business owners each year, I also work very closely with coaches, consultants, and small marketing agency owners. These folks are, of course, small business owners in their own right. Still, this work gives me particular insight into the challenges, workings, and characteristics of this specific niche of business owners.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 24, 2020
To have a breakthrough idea is not enough to launch a startup. The idea should be supported by a business plan. Together with IT businessman and investor Rustam Gilfanov, we try to figure out what one needs to take into account when designing a business plan for a startup. “There is a difference between a business and a startup. A startup is the launch of a fundamentally new solution, a market innovation.
Up and Running
DECEMBER 24, 2020
Gartner predicted that “By 2020, all new entrants and 80% of historical vendors will offer subscription-based business models.” And it’s an undeniable fact that most online services come with some sort of subscription package. Everything from software, to digital goods, eCommerce packages, and even newsletter based subscription boxes.
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 22, 2020
Salesforce Distributed Marketing refers to the marketing platform that companies embrace when some consumer touchpoints of their brand lie outside the general eco-system of corporate marketing. This means it empowers those dealing with your customers but are not a part of your team in the office. For instance, they are your vendor partners, franchisees, etc., that have all the business tools that they need to offer your customers a brand-connected experience.
Duct Tape Marketing
DECEMBER 22, 2020
2021 Trends for Small Business Marketing Consultants written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch . In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I am expanding on the theme of the trend I started last week. In my work, I spend a good deal of time with those in the marketing field, marketing consultants, coaches, agencies, and the like.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 22, 2020
by Mark Williams , CEO of Brokers International. What are your core values? More importantly, do you know why core values matter and how to use them to drive operational excellence as well as bottom line results for your business? Here are four core values to live by and how you can make them matter by incorporating them into performance reviews, company culture and operational decisions.
Startup Professionals Musings
DECEMBER 19, 2020
In business, the only thing that counts is results, not how hard people work or how many hours they put in. Have you noticed in your startup or around your office that some people are always at work and busy, but others seems to consistently get more done? Studies of software teams, for example, show differences as great as ten to one in productivity between working team members.
deal architect
DECEMBER 23, 2020
Brian Sommer and I have recorded 12 episodes in this series - see index here Last couple of weeks, we have had several guests Rob Kugel of Ventana, Josh Greenbaum of EA Consulting, Bonnie Tinder of Raven Intel, Frank Scavo.
Board Effect
DECEMBER 21, 2020
The words trust and fiduciary have much in common, particularly as they pertain to nonprofit boards. In fulfilling a nonprofit’s mission, board members are stewards of the public’s trust. It’s a given that nonprofit boards should manage fiduciary risks. In pursuit of that task, they need to understand what fiduciary risk is and what steps they should be taking as an effective and responsible board member.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Hospitality is unique, ever-changing and one of the world’s largest industries. It takes a lot of time and commitment. An already challenging industry, the economic impact of the COVID pandemic certainly brings a new level of issues. Those managing and operating in the hospitality and food industry may be wondering how to weather such a storm. One such industry entrepreneur, Carlo Parentela, owner of Château Le Jardin Event Venue, a major wedding and event facility in Vaughan, Ontario, has had y
Startup Professionals Musings
DECEMBER 25, 2020
Every entrepreneur and most professionals wish there were more hours in a day to get their work done. These holidays, with all the new technology, including smartphones and social media, many are convinced that multi-tasking is the answer. Yet there is more and more evidence that jumping tasks on every alert for a new email, text, or phone call actually decreases overall productivity.
deal architect
DECEMBER 23, 2020
Brian Sommer and I have recorded 12 episodes in this series - see index here. Last couple of weeks, we have had several guests -Rob Kugel of Ventana, Josh Greenbaum of EA Consulting, Bonnie Tinder of Raven Intel, Frank Scavo.
ReadWriteStart
DECEMBER 23, 2020
Starting your own business can be an exciting endeavor. As a small business owner, you’re free to make your own decisions, guide the company in the direction you see fit, and benefit from complete creative freedom. Despite the myriad of positive benefits, starting a company isn’t a decision you should be taking lightly. With that in mind, here are seven important things you should consider before starting your own business: Can You Solve a Problem?
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 25, 2020
Instagram Reels is a modern way to create and explore short, fun videos on Instagram. Reels is a feature that allows you to make exciting videos and share it with your friends on Instagram. Track and edit multi-clip videos for 15 seconds with audio, effects, and new artistic tools. If you have a public account you can post rolls on Feed with all your followers and make them accessible from a new location in Explore to the larger community on Instagram.
Startup Professionals Musings
DECEMBER 20, 2020
More than ever before, people want to buy from, work for, and invest in companies that matter. Whether you are an entrepreneur starting a new business, or a corporate executive seeking to revitalize a mature business, the challenge is the same – to become the obvious choice within the hearts and minds of your customers, your employees, and your chosen communities.
deal architect
DECEMBER 23, 2020
As we have moved to virtual vendor briefings, I have increasingly been excerpting short segments (with permission from vendors), as part of my Analyst Cam series. Yesterday, in Part 1, I ran a presentation by Mark Brewer of IFS on.
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 19, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic of 2020 has sadly claimed many lives and left many jobless. Whilst 2020 will likely be remembered of a year full of tragedy and financial crisis, on an individual level some may come to remember it as a year of change and progress, even for those of us who just learn a bit more about the side hustle. It was in 1665 that a plague across Great Britain forced a then student- Isaac Newton to return from Cambridge University to his childhood home indefinitely.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 22, 2020
Remote work is the current work trend for almost all businesses and offices these days—community lockdowns are enforced in areas where COVID infections are rampant. Adopting work-at-home schemes is challenging at the onset, especially in a real estate firm since there are processes to run, properties to visit, clients to take on house trips, and reports to file and finish. .
Startup Professionals Musings
DECEMBER 23, 2020
Today’s customers demand more than a good product; they expect a great customer experience. A few companies are leading the way, including Apple with their iPad and iPhone, offering irresistible stores with friendly experts, elegant packaging, and customer service that never ends. People love Apple’s whole customer experience, and willingly pay a premium for the product.
deal architect
DECEMBER 20, 2020
Brian Sommer and I have recorded 12 episodes in this series - see index here. Last couple of weeks, we have had several guests Rob Kugel of Ventana, Josh Greenbaum of EA Consulting, Bonnie Tinder of Raven Intel, Frank Scavo.
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Residential PTAC units are used in residential settings, while commercial PTAC units are used in commercial settings. Comparison in terms of main differences completed, right? Well, not exactly. Air conditioner compressor outdoor unit installed outside the house. There would be notable differences between the systems even if you took two air conditioners that are identical, installed one in a home and one in a business.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 22, 2020
by Christa Martin, Chief Outsiders CMO. It’s becoming increasingly important for organizational leaders to consider the potential impact of artificial intelligence on company culture. Recent research estimates that one in five employees will have an artificial intelligence (AI) system as their coworker by 2022. As workplace applications of artificial intelligence become the norm, organizational leaders will face a bevy of new challenges, ranging from resource allocation to effective implement
Feld Thoughts
DECEMBER 25, 2020
Amy and I watched Tenet the other night. When we finished, she turned to me and said, “That was one big, hot mess of a movie.” I sat for a moment and said, “I’m not sure it was any good, but I’m not sure.” I just watched the trailer. While these are clips from the movie, there’s no correlation in these clips to anything that gives you a feeling for the movie—more hot mess.
deal architect
DECEMBER 22, 2020
As we have moved to virtual vendor briefings, I have increasingly been excerpting short segments (with permission from vendors), as part of my Analyst Cam series. When I interviewed Darren Roos, CEO of IFS in September (see here), he provided.
The Startup Magazine
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Insurtech companies have introduced a revolutionary concept to simplify online purchases. The companies have created an online portal for customers that makes it easier for customers to purchase their goods and services from the company’s website. For example, one Insurtech innovation includes a portal enabling customers to choose from a variety of items and select the items they want from a variety of categories.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 21, 2020
by Kathryn Petralia, cofounder of Kabbage. Businesses and consumers alike are finding ways to adapt and stay resilient during these unprecedented times. Though recovery may take time, a new report confirms the strength of entrepreneurialism and grit of small business owners, who remain optimistic that their businesses will overcome any present and future obstacle with the right resources and preparedness.
SiliconHills
DECEMBER 19, 2020
A year ago, LiveOak Venture Partners launched a giving program to support Austin-area nonprofit organizations. The LiveOak Gives Program raised $174,000 for charities in 2019. “We’ve all been active, as partners in contributing back, whether it’s monetarily or non-monetarily,” said Venu Shamapant, co-founder and partner in LiveOak Venture Partners. Krishna Srinivasan, co-founder and general of […].
deal architect
DECEMBER 20, 2020
Brian Sommer and I have recorded 12 episodes in this series - see index here. Last couple of weeks, we have had several guests Rob Kugel of Ventana, Josh Greenbaum of EA Consulting, Bonnie Tinder of Raven Intel, Frank Scavo.
Hunter Walker
DECEMBER 25, 2020
And Four Ways For You To Reclaim Your Time. You want to see the real answer to what you value? Look at your calendar, because how you spend your time is the truest representation of what you care about. I’m going to caveat this entire post with the acknowledgement that almost no one has true ownership of all their time and that the vast majority of people are not in positions to exert agency over their work hours.
YoungUpstarts
DECEMBER 21, 2020
Are you an entrepreneur who needs fresh ideas for a startup company? A recent report shows that about 100 million new businesses are launched globally every year, according to GEM Global Report. Medical tourism provides patients the ability to leave their city, state, or nation to receive medical care. The process of launching a health tourism business is probably much easier than you expected.
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