Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 9, 2020
I always tell entrepreneurs that two heads are better than one, so the first task in many startups is finding a co-founder or two. You need to find the skills or experience you don’t have in business, technology, or money. So the first question I usually get is what percent of the company or equity is that person worth? Giving a co-founder a salary won’t get you the “fire in the belly” you want.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 13, 2020
Countless websites are struggling with their website traffic. Can you imagine the number of competitors that you have to deal with to get noticed by your niche? These days, having a website isn’t enough. A website needs to have regular visitors to be considered a successful website. The good thing is that you have different strategies that you can implement to attract visitors.
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The Startup Magazine
AUGUST 13, 2020
Having a website is an incredibly important part of your business marketing strategy, and has been for many years. A website gives you an online base of operations, almost like your company headquarters. Website design factors heavily on the impression you have on customers, prospects, and investors. A well-designed website serves as a source of traffic for both new and existing customers.
ConversionXL
AUGUST 11, 2020
There are few things worse as a marketer than putting a ton of time and effort into your email campaigns only to see them perform poorly. While the usual suspects of content , design , and campaign strategy make a difference, none of that matters unless your email actually makes it to your subscriber’s inbox. Below, we lay out key steps to maximizing your reach, covering three key areas you should know about email deliverability: What deliverability is and why it matters Major factors that
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
Duct Tape Marketing
AUGUST 12, 2020
Creating Community Focused on Shared Experiences written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. Marketing Podcast with Donald Miller. In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interview Jim Deters, CEO of Gravity Haus. The Gravity Haus mission is to create a globally conscious community for the modern adventurer. The Gravity Haus community consists of those who care about the planet and their personal growth.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 11, 2020
by Shaun Djie, Co-Founder & COO of Digix. The coronavirus pandemic has been a time of uncertainty and panic, but also a period of opportunity and evolution. Southeast Asia is at an intersection of change where many traditional industries are forced to adapt to the new normal, beckoning a new digital industrial revolution. Amidst the outbreak, governments across the region, such as Singapore have been promoting the use of digital finance as a means to minimise physical contact and stamp the s
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ConversionXL
AUGUST 12, 2020
Never-ending to-do lists, department priorities, and bosses who require you to switch focus to action on their “big new idea” at the drop of a hat. That’s the day-to-day reality for most people in any business. Then, you turn up to people’s desks like an unwelcome door-to-door salesperson, trying to convince them of the virtues of customer-centricity.
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 10, 2020
Technology is so key to every business these days that experienced business-smart but non-tech entrepreneurs are feeling deeper and deeper in the hole. Even if they realize that they need real technical strength at the top, they are not sure how to attract and select the talent and expertise they really need. Should they go after high-tech nerds for partners, or professional technologists?
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 10, 2020
Businesses must respond to what the market demands. In today’s digital era, video is the most preferred form of content in the world. Over 500 minutes’ worth of videos is uploaded per minute on YouTube alone. With that said, there are still many new influencers entering the YouTube ecosystem and are finding success. If you want to elevate the status of your business, you can’t afford to miss out on harnessing the power of videos.
The Startup Magazine
AUGUST 13, 2020
The internet is full of posts that promote misconceived notions and false assumptions about brand monitoring tools and strategies. In this article, we are going to discuss some of those misconceptions that need to be debunked. We have also segregated the facts from the most common false notions about brand monitoring that circulate the internet. Analytical Tools of Social Media Platforms Provide Adequate Data.
Women Entrepreneurs Can
AUGUST 11, 2020
For quite some time now,the phrase “Content is king”has made its rounds in the marketing world. But for female entrepreneurs, this may leave a sour taste in their mouths. Why, exactly, should content be King, when there’s as much appeal form content being Queen. But you already know how important content is, and this doesn’t solve your lack of engagement problems.
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 12, 2020
In my experience at all levels within large organizations as well as small ones, the team members valued the most, and usually promoted first, are the ones seen by others as indispensable or “goto” people. The challenge we all face is how to be one of these, without overworking, while still getting the right things done. What do these people know and do that you can’t do or learn?
Board Effect
AUGUST 12, 2020
Nonprofit board directors provide valuable services for their communities. It’s exciting to join a nonprofit board of directors and be part of the action. New nonprofit board directors quickly learn that accepting a seat on the board comes with huge and important responsibilities for governance. The National Council of Nonprofits recommends that nonprofit boards review their policies on an annual basis.
deal architect
AUGUST 9, 2020
Rootstock gave me a demo this week of their Low-Code, Business-Driven Cloud ERP software release. I have extracted below 3 minutes from an hour-long Zoom session. This press release describes five areas where "citizen developers" can increase their productivity using.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 11, 2020
Starting a business from scratch isn’t always easy, especially if you have to fund it yourself. You might consider borrowing money from your friends or the bank. However, before you do that, you should try saving up some yourself. In this article, we’ll discuss how you can make some extra cash to fund your startup business. Sound interesting?
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 14, 2020
Many entrepreneurs are so enamored with their product vision that they believe their own hype, and are convinced that the market for their solution is so huge that no one will ask them for independent market research data. They don’t realize that business projections with no third-party validation have no credibility with investors, and smart potential investors will walk away.
Version One Ventures
AUGUST 13, 2020
It’s been exciting to see so much renewed investor interest in climate tech and clean energy startups. As Peter Thiel documented in detail, the last wave of late 2000s cleantech VC excitement ended in a trough of despair as many of the more well-funded companies went bust (with the notable exception of a few big winners like Tesla, SunRun, and Opower).
deal architect
AUGUST 13, 2020
SAP Nation 3.0, which was published last year, took me 6 months longer than I had planned. When I looked at the first draft, it was dominated by S/4HANA. I told Stacey Fish, who was helping me navigate SAP I.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 11, 2020
by Nemanja Zunic, founder and CEO of IdeaBuddy. “A goal without a plan is just a wish!” . Every successful business idea had a strategically written business plan. To provide direction of business development or just to attract investors, a business plan is a roadmap toward a company’s success. . But where to start with writing a great business plan?
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 8, 2020
It may not be as sexy, but starting a new business which builds on an existing technology or business model is usually less risky than introducing that ultimate new disruptive technology. There are many levels of innovation that go beyond copying someone else’s idea, but stop short of pushing the leading edge (bleeding edge). Many of the major business successes started this way.
Feld Thoughts
AUGUST 10, 2020
It’s Monday. Again. I have 30 Zoom meetings on my calendar this week (yes – I counted). It’s a light week for Zoom meetings since I have four board meetings this week, which each takes up a big block of time, limiting the total number of Zoom meetings for the week. Did I say that it’s Monday? My Whoop recovery score is yellow again.
Mike Michalowicz
AUGUST 12, 2020
?. When things get challenging, what is the main quality you have that gets you through? For me, it’s adaptability. It’s integral and a catalyst to make positive changes and to grow. For instance, maybe it means switching up your routine anticipated run to a HIIT workout. (Ahem, cough, cough, watch the video.) I still worked out, and hard. However, I achieved it by adapting to the challenge.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 13, 2020
If you’re looking for a way to flex your entrepreneurial muscles, the foodservice industry is still holding on strong, making it a potentially good investment. That said, you might stand a better chance at turning a profit depending on the type of eatery you elect to open. Even if you offer great prices and have years of experience backing you up, sometimes diners are simply drawn to certain kinds of experiences and up-and-coming trends.
The Next Web
AUGUST 11, 2020
In India, the proportion of women in paid work is among the lowest in the world, at just over 23% – a figure which contrasts sharply with the corresponding rate of over 78% for men. Opportunities for women to enter employment in the country are limited by a range of factors. These include a dominant tradition of female domestic responsibility and prevailing social patriarchy.
Feld Thoughts
AUGUST 13, 2020
Amy and I, through our Anchor Point Foundation , are supporting the Grid110 – South LA program. Austin Clements was one of the Black VCs I reached out to after George Floyd was murdered with the question, “What are two things you are involved in that I can support with time, money, and influence?” I knew Austin from his time at TenOneTen Ventures (we are an LP) and I reconnected with him when he joined the Kauffman Fellows Program (Class 25).
The Startup Magazine
AUGUST 13, 2020
Are you wondering what title searches are in real estate? If yes, you should check out this informative guide for business owners. The title insurance industry, which is already valued at $15 billion , is projected to grow further within the year. Given the dynamics involving property and even home buying and title deeds, the title insurance industry’s growth doesn’t come as a surprise.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 10, 2020
by Doug Mearkle , Head of U.S. Merchant Services Sales, TD Bank. The coronavirus pandemic has strongly impacted small businesses’ operations, as many have had to temporarily close their doors, limit hours or transition to delivery or e-commerce to ensure the health and safety of staff and customers. During this time, one concern that has gained momentum is how businesses process point of sale transactions that minimize contact with cash, checks and even handling credit cards.
crowdSPRING Blog
AUGUST 10, 2020
Creating a professional, reputable, and trustworthy first impression is vital to the success of your small business. Here are 4 techniques that can help your business make a great first impression.
Feld Thoughts
AUGUST 9, 2020
Aaron Clark is leading a program called Justice Reskill. They need 20 laptops for the participants in the program. Justice Reskill is a reskilling platform that teaches both technical and essential skills to justice-involved individuals. The first cohort-based directed learning experience launches Saturday, August 15, 2020, with the Second Chance Center of Aurora Colorado, led by Mr.
SiliconHills
AUGUST 14, 2020
The novel coronavirus pandemic has created a whole lot of changes, making people adapt faster than a coyote chasing a roadrunner across the Chihuahuan Desert of West Texas. It has also given rise to the quarantine cocktail party on Zoom. People who once crowded Austin’s bars for meetups and happy hours, now congregate online to imbibe […]. The post Naturally Austin and SKU Host a Virtual Happy Hour Showcasing Austin Beverages and Snacks appeared first on SiliconHills.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 11, 2020
What’s not to love about pets? They’re adorable, they’re lovable, and they’re good for business. As long as pets have a place in the family, there will be a need for companies to benefit and support their health and well-being. If you’re interested in starting a pet-based business, congratulations! You’re in a for a good (and rewarding) time.
The Startup Magazine
AUGUST 11, 2020
Ransomware is a multi-million-dollar crime operation that poses a great threat to a lot of online businesses. Ransomware has been so beneficial for hackers, that they have completely given up on other methods and shifted their entire focus toward conning businesses and people by stealing their credit card information and bank account credentials. As ransomware has become so much popular, businesses need to do so much more to protect themselves against this very real threat.
David Cohen
AUGUST 9, 2020
Back in April of this year I wrote “ Are financings and M&A slowing down during the pandemic? ” with the goal of sharing the Techstars view of how things have been changing over the events of the first half of 2020. Here’s an update to that data through the end of June, 2020. Remember, the graphs show when the activity starts (comes across our virtual “desk” at Techstars for the first time).
YFS Magazine
AUGUST 12, 2020
Here's alook at ten OSHA-recommended steps which can help business leaders create an effective workplace safety program.
YoungUpstarts
AUGUST 14, 2020
by Alan Jenkins, founder and CEO of Quadrant2Design. Famous investor Warren Buffett is noted for his dislike of gold, having said: “It doesn’t do anything but sit there and look at you” Try telling that to global investors, who have piled into gold leading to a seven-year high of around $1,745 in recent days. The reason for the rise in gold is simple.
Up and Running
AUGUST 12, 2020
Delicious food has always been your passion. You love flaky dough, rising loaves, and fruity fillings. And now you want to bring your passion to other people by opening a bakery. But now you may be asking yourself, is it really necessary to write a business plan for your bakery? Well, yes. Your business plan will be instrumental in securing funding.
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