The Startup Magazine

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Use Contracts to Your Advantage Whether you’re hiring employees, working with vendors, or entering into agreements with partners, contracts are essential. For instance, non-disclosure agreements ( NDAs ) can protect confidential business information, and service agreements can clarify terms of service with clients or partners.

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Intellectual Property Non-disclosure Agreement Entrepreneur Limited Liability Company 119

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Here are a few tips to ensure that you and your partners start out on the right foot. Think about your employee and ownership hats. Consider regular face-to-face meetings with prospective partners, so you can gauge body language and “listen between the lines.” Congratulations! Hire professionals. Ask tough questions.

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Partner Technical Review Intellectual Property Due Diligence 208

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 15, 2019

Very few entrepreneurs have the range of skills and experience to be the solution creator as well as business creator, or operational as well as sales leader. The challenge is to recognize and recruit that ideal partner match early with minimal cost and risk. Some people are too independent to be partner material.

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Cofounder Software Review CTO Hire Founder 221

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 24, 2021

There you can connect with thousands of potential executives and partners, or find a planned meetup in a city near you. Remember that leadership is both upward, as well as downward to direct reports and employees. Craft an operational plan and make it work. Provide effective leadership. Most founders are product guys.

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Exit Strategy Leadership Founder Networking 407

Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 6, 2014

The functions of an early-stage board are pretty obvious and well understood: Providing introductions to customers, biz dev partners, recruits, the press, other investors, etc. Offering a sparring-partner function on strategic decisions. Reviewing financial & operational performance. Mentorship. We realized we needed help.

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Technical Review Early Stage Software Review Los Angeles 325

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Third-party risk management is the discipline of managing risks like these to prevent, or at least mitigate, any potential damage to your operation. A strong third-party risk management strategy will increase transparency, streamline operations, and cut costs. Designate an employee to steward each aspect of the relationship.

Software Review 264

Software Review Technical Review Due Diligence Management 264

Steve Blank

JUNE 26, 2014

Finally we move to the left side of the canvas to teach the supporting elements of Resources, Partners, Activities and Costs. Therefore we’re going to teach the class in the following order: 1) value proposition, 2) customer segments, 3) activities, 4) resources, 5) partners, 6) channel, 7) customer relationships, 8) revenue/costs.

Intellectual Property 290

Intellectual Property Lean IP Open Source 290

Both Sides of the Table

MAY 2, 2015

And it turns out that employee reviews matter. Didn’t have employees sign non-solicitation agreements? Didn’t have employees sign non-solicitation agreements? Have an employee trying to push you to do a 1099 vs. a W2 … is that good or bad? Yet being a buttoned up company requires all this. Shame on you.

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Operations Metrics Early Stage Non-Compete 150

The Startup Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Documentation is the backbone for organized, efficient, and successful operational processes. Clear, effective business documentation creates clarity in the minds of employees, stakeholders, and external partners and eventually builds trust for seamless operation.

Technical Review 158

Technical Review Software Review Operations Technology 158

YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 29, 2020

In the past, working remotely was considered “normal” for entrepreneurs or independent contractors in the gig economy only, but organizations wanted employees, and consultants, to be onsite and working in the office. Employees clearly want and enjoy the flexibility. This greatly narrowed the talent pool. It’s a win-win. Cost Savings.

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Technical Review Cofounder Leadership Employee 275

View from Seed

APRIL 14, 2020

But the risk to founders is that these investors may not be very committed partners and might quickly disengage if things go sideways. They will be diligent, but move purposefully and relatively quickly compares to firms that are operating under the Fear Of Looking Dumb. Business Models and Sectors.

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Early Stage Software Review Technical Review Due Diligence 374

YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 4, 2019

Why keep employees engaged? Engagement isn’t just about putting on a good face for your customers and business partners. By understanding employee engagement , you can enhance productivity, improve retention in demanding fields and deliver higher quality products and services. Here are five ways to get the ball rolling: 1.

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Employee Technology Cofounder Viral 147

The Startup Magazine

MARCH 19, 2025

Many struggle to establish their online presence effectively while managing day-to-day operations. ” Many small-business owners hesitated to embrace digital marketing before partnering with the agency. A Rhode Island-based general contractor had zero internet presence before partnering with the agency. Hibu, a U.S.-based

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Rhode Island Ohio Web Development Social Media 86

YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 22, 2020

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. Work Ethic.

Operations 246

Operations Employee Management Business Model 246

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 7, 2020

Connect operations today with long-term goals. Overtly connect every operational problem to your strategy, rather than putting strategy on a different plane and making it only an annual event. Explore partners and M&A to solidify your strategy. Make process improvement a constant focus.

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Technical Review Due Diligence Merger Social Media 312

VC Cafe

MARCH 31, 2025

Michael later served as a group partner, managing director, and CEO of YC. Manage operations leanly: The most common problem for startups is spending too much money. Focus on increasing average talent with each hire and hire slowly: Your early employees should ideally be smarter and slightly more risk-averse than the founders.

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Cofounder Silicon Valley Technical Review PR 88

ReadWriteStart

DECEMBER 16, 2020

All of these businesses had to roll back their remote work policies and call employees back on-premises. Lag in information access: Remote employees spend more time and effort locating information pertinent to their tasks. Unhealthy Employee Morale. Happy employees are more productive, satisfied, and loyal to their companies.

Technical Review 200

Technical Review Startup Belgium Software Review 200

Up and Running

OCTOBER 13, 2022

It isn’t unusual to act as CEO while also tackling marketing tasks and coordinating operations. The answer depends on what your current operations look like. If you’re in startup mode and have limited working capital to cover your operating expenses , you may be bootstrapping your way through the early days.

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YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 8, 2014

The developer of today, in comparison, now has to worry about building apps that work with multiple browsers, various devices of differing form factors both portable and desk-bound, as well as numerous operating systems that require equally different developer skillsets. Additionally, by 2017, 2.5

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Mobile Singapore Australia Application Development 262

The Startup Magazine

MAY 31, 2022

Any operation that involves an employee, like recruitment, payroll management, or even offboarding, can be included in these HR functions or duties. . Most HR functions are outsourced to an HR consulting agency by SMBs (10–500 employees). We are introducing new employees to the organization. 2 Managing Performance.

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United States Salary UAE Hiring 158

Version One Ventures

MAY 20, 2020

New B2B suppliers have to contend with a considerable amount of risk-aversion among purchasing managers and company employees – it’s always easy to go with the safe bet, rather than risk the repercussions of issues with a new supplier. Referral fees.

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B2B Vertical Aggregator B2C 213

The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 26, 2024

Partnerships allow for shared responsibilities but can lead to conflicts between partners. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in fines or the suspension of your business operations. It also includes marketing strategies, operational plans, and potential challenges, enabling you to make informed decisions.

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Limited Liability Company Technical Review Software Review Angel Investor 157

ReadWriteStart

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Industry-specific domain experience becomes critical when identifying operational pain points ripe for transformation. This outside work provides a valuable source of revenue able to be used to fund operations. This provides both valuable experience and an understanding of the operational issues within each sector.

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Incubator Startup Software Developers Software Development 188

Steve Blank

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

So is John Rice, the head of Global Operations along with CFO Jeffrey Bornstein. In 2015 Trian Partners, an activist investor, bought $2.5 Increase operating margins to 18% (by cutting expenses). And now Immelt is now the ex-CEO, and Trian Partners just a got a seat on the GE board. Beth Comstock is out. of the company.

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Institutional Investors Dividend Stock Technical Review 271

YoungUpstarts

MAY 5, 2020

You can, however, make sure you do your part in keeping your employees and yourself safe from the disease. During this time, it’s also important to safeguard the morale of your employees. According to NBC News, companies with fewer than 500 employees may apply for forgivable loans of up to $10 million.

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Small Business SBA Small Business Administration SEO 227

The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 21, 2024

Introduction to Business Risks Many businesses assume that risks are solely related to financial instability, but dangers can come from various sources, including cyber threats, operational disruptions, and legal issues. Understanding the importance of insurance for business is essential in safeguarding your operations and assets.

Technical Review 167

Technical Review Global Reputation Employee 167

The Startup Magazine

JUNE 17, 2021

Big data is a prominent subject for many businesses around the world, and for those of you who operate entirely online enterprises, studying statistics and numbers is perhaps even more important, and, can be convenient using online business education. Setting an Example for Your Employees. Analyzing Data. Being a Better Leader.

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Analytics Technical Review Social Media Software Review 179

Up and Running

AUGUST 19, 2021

55 percent of employees with flexible work options are high performers, compared to just 36 percent of onsite nine-to-five employees, according to a Gartner report. times more prone to encounter digital distractions than onsite employees. What goals will the employee need to set and meet in terms of their individual tasks?

Product 189

Product Technical Review Employee Software Review 189

Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 6, 2020

Along with my partner Stuart Lander, who runs operations at Upfront and is a former lawyer, we have scoured through, debated and helped scores of companies make this determination. The government believes that it not only is better keeping employees in jobs where possible but also in helping these businesses remain solvent.

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Programming Affiliate SBA Government 279

The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Rosenberg comes fresh from managing the growth of Keyrus, a data consulting company, from 35 to 120 employees. Yanai Oron, General Partner at Vertex, has said that his firm invested in DataRails because of the profile and strength of the platform’s positive reviews. DataRails has already raised $53.5

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Hiring Software Review Customer Israel 172

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 1, 2019

Gone are the days of absentee leadership or CEOs who operate out of sight or behind the scenes. No, today’s executives are highly connected and visible to their employees, due in large part to the ever accelerating pace of business. Frequently acknowledging the work, sacrifices, and contributions of your employees is a sign of high EI.

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St. Louis Leadership Retention Employee 197

Steve Blank

JUNE 27, 2017

Its employees and investors don’t depend on an existing revenue stream. If they select a business model that targets industry incumbents, they don’t have to worry about upsetting existing customers, partners or distribution channels. Initially, a startup has no business model and no market share to defend.

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Startup New York City Valuation Distribution 306

ReadWriteStart

MAY 7, 2021

One major reason is that unless you don’t put effort into hiring the right talent, the operational functions suffer. Right from the costs, several openings to creating an experience to retain your best employees, everything is important. Eventually, that impacts the organization’s performance. Consider Remote Hiring.

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Hiring Technical Review Software Review Startup 159

View from Seed

JUNE 13, 2019

The company launched in 2011 and then was acquired by PetSmart for over $3 billion in 2017 (PetSmart itself owned by PE firm BC Partners), but Chewy is now preparing for life as a standalone public company. First, on an operating cashflow basis Chewy has been CF positive in some of the recent years.

Leadership 214

Leadership .Net Revenue Aggregator 214

Women Entrepreneurs Can

JANUARY 7, 2025

Employee-Related Claims: Got employees? Real-World Consequences of Operating Without Insurance I get it. Workers Compensation Insurance: Employees get hurt. Business Interruption Insurance: If something forces you to shut down temporarilylike a fire or floodthis covers lost income and operating expenses.

Small Business 72

Small Business Technical Review Bankruptcy Reputation 72

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 25, 2018

These days you can create a C-corp or LLC online quickly at a low cost, to serve you well in signing partners, intellectual property, investors, and revenue. You need to recruit advisors, key partners, and cofounders well before approaching investors. Prepare a pitch deck to document and share your plan.

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Technical Cofounder Intellectual Property Silicon Valley LLC 184

The Startup Magazine

MARCH 14, 2022

A business plan is drawn up to attract investors and partners. 5) Managing the operations. As the seed funding has been raised by this time, the company starts its operations and gradually expands. As the seed funding has been raised by this time, the company starts its operations and gradually expands. 6) Growth.

Technical Review 167

Technical Review Due Diligence India Startup 167