Steve Blank

JUNE 8, 2021

In 2016, brainstorming with Pete Newell of BMNT and Joe Felter at Stanford, we observed that students in our research universities had little connection to the problems their government was trying to solve or the larger issues civil society was grappling with. Team Neurosmart – Optimizing Performance of Special Operators.

Lean 417

Lean Security Asia SBIR 417

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Struggling entrepreneurs are often so happy to get a funding offer that they neglect the recommended reverse due diligence on the investors. Reverse due diligence on the investor is a comparable process whereby the entrepreneur seeks to validate the track record, operating style, and motivation of every potential partner.

Technical Review 345

Technical Review Due Diligence Term Sheet Offshore 345

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

In my experience as an angel investor for new startups, I’m always surprised by how many entrepreneurs are looking for funding without outside advisors. For example, I once was approached by an entrepreneur, passionate that his new algae strain would cure world hunger and make him rich. Board members provide inexpensive expertise.

Advisory Board 356

Advisory Board Bandwidth Cofounder Technical Review 356

Steve Blank

OCTOBER 30, 2012

Our goal– to inspire, educate and empower hundred’s of thousands of entrepreneurs and help create 10,000 startups. In sum, it lacks the rigorous and collaborative hands-on experience that entrepreneurs get in our university classes. The Lean LaunchPad Class. The result – Startup Weekend Next. How it Works.

Startup 335

Startup Lean Incubator Business Model 335

Steve Blank

APRIL 14, 2013

Entrepreneurs in Beijing were knowledgeable about Silicon Valley, entrepreneurship and the state of software and tools available for two reasons. The Chinese government must be laughing hysterically over U.S. Almost every entrepreneur I met was using VPN to circumvent the Great Firewall. Perhaps it’s the weather. Management 101.

China 328

China Silicon Valley Non-Compete Intellectual Property 328

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 27, 2014

The bad news is that patent trolls (non-producing companies that make their money from licensing patents) can squeeze the lifeblood out of unsuspecting entrepreneurs, as exemplified by the recent mess around Lodsys suing small Apple IOS developers. They know that these entrepreneurs don’t have the skill or resources to defend themselves.

Software Review 250

Software Review Software Technical Review Intellectual Property 250

View from Seed

JULY 8, 2020

Although many of these investors aim to actively help the company, the dynamics of the syndicate combined with the entrepreneurs’ preference result in a situation where there isn’t a regular assembling for a formal meeting. For an entrepreneur to grow from founder to true CEO, it’s empowering to act as if your business is already ahead.

Email 331

Email Seed Stage Syndicate Syndication 331

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 11, 2020

Struggling entrepreneurs are often so happy to get a funding offer that they neglect the recommended reverse due diligence on the investors. Reverse due diligence on the investor is a comparable process whereby the entrepreneur seeks to validate the track record, operating style, and motivation of every potential partner.

Technical Review 310

Technical Review Due Diligence Term Sheet Offshore 310

ReadWriteStart

JUNE 1, 2020

I have often been asked about Startup Funding by entrepreneurs. Here is Startup Funding, a Comprehensive Guide for Entrepreneurs. Reasons for funding. ? Scale up your operations. One of the most prominent reasons for funding is to scale up your operations, for expansion and achieve economies of scale.

Startup 150

Startup Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Seed Stage 150

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 11, 2022

Government grants. Some nonprofit entrepreneurs think they can skip the whole plan, rather than just the sections on valuation, equity offered, and exit strategy. As in any company, they can lead to employee problems, or messy legal issues. In addition, the best nonprofits turn out to be the angel, rather than require one.

Angel Investor 327

Angel Investor Equity Technical Review Exit Strategy 327

Steve Blank

FEBRUARY 23, 2013

To get some perspective on this question, I recently talked with Steve Blank , a serial entrepreneur, co-author of The Start-Up Owner’s Manual, and father of the “lean start-up” movement. government agencies and private corporations, he has a unique perspective.

Business Model 334

Business Model Technical Review Business Plan Search 334

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Every entrepreneur I know has their favorite excuse for a previous failure – an investor backed out, the economy took a downturn, or a supplier delivered bad quality. In that spirit, I offer my perspective on ten common startup failure sources that rarely get admitted by entrepreneurs: Choose to skip the written business plan.

Intellectual Property 312

Intellectual Property Startup Angel Investor Viral 312

Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 6, 2020

There is so much confusion and misinformation out there about the government sponsored “payroll protection plan” loans to companies that the heads of every small business CEO in the country must be spinning. We have been advising a lot of entrepreneurs so I thought I’d “open source” some of the advice I have been sharing.

Programming 279

Programming Affiliate SBA Government 279

Steve Blank

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Most entrepreneurs today don’t remember the Dot-Com bubble of 1995 or the Dot-Com crash that followed in 2000. Lean was designed to inform the founders’ vision while they operated frugally at speed. And government agencies find themselves being disrupted by adversaries unencumbered by legacy systems, policies and history.

Lean 335

Lean Burn Rate Startup IPO 335

The Startup Magazine

JUNE 8, 2022

Here are seven new and unique business ideas for budding entrepreneurs. A facility management company can be a good start for budding entrepreneurs who want to tackle big companies such as banking and government offices. Discover your hidden talents and hone your skills; it is the best way to be an entrepreneur.

Entrepreneur 158

Entrepreneur SEM United States Web Development 158

Hearpreneur

JULY 3, 2020

Every waking day, we are having tremendous changes in regulations and technology which greatly affects the way businesses operate. Some entrepreneurs will say the future is definitely bright but to others, some of these changes are meant to work against their expansion and business operations. 4- Spike in entrepreneurs.

Technical Review 146

Technical Review Entrepreneur Software Review Artificial Inteligence 146

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

Struggling entrepreneurs are often so happy to get a funding offer that they neglect the recommended reverse due diligence on the investors. Reverse due diligence on the investor is a comparable process whereby the entrepreneur seeks to validate the track record, operating style, and motivation of every potential partner.

Technical Review 257

Technical Review Due Diligence Term Sheet Offshore 257

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 24, 2018

Most aspiring entrepreneurs are convinced that their idea and passion are so great that failure is not a possibility. Based on my experience, creating a new business is at least as difficult as creating an innovative solution, and it takes a knowledge of finance, operations, customers and the marketplace.

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Angel Investor Cofounder Finance Operations 249

Hearpreneur

JANUARY 25, 2023

We asked entrepreneurs and business owners about the companies they’re starting in 2023 and here are the responses. #1- This presents a great opportunity for entrepreneurs to launch their own businesses and capitalize on the latest technology. Thanks to Michelle Wintersteen, MKW Creative Co. ! #3- Thanks to Justin Siken, HigherGov ! #15-

Software Review 124

Software Review Technical Review Artificial Inteligence Entrepreneur 124

The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 14, 2020

According to the World Green Building Council (WGBC), the following findings support a case for green building: Lower operating cost – the construction of green buildings can help building owners and occupiers save money thanks to efficient energy and water usage. The other important social issue is the net tenant health and well-being.

Green 176

Green California Government Valuation 176

Hearpreneur

JULY 17, 2020

Here’s the list of industries with the most optimist future as suggested by entrepreneurs. #1- The sustainability industry is one that is set to keep growing, creating opportunities for entrepreneurs and workers alike. Governments around the world are adopting Digital Infrastructure for growth. 1- Sustainability. 2-Technology.

Technical Review 135

Technical Review Entrepreneur Software Review Affiliate 135

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

Where there’s been the overthrowing of governments, mass protests and even outright civil war, there’s… entrepreneurship. “ Startup Rising: The Entrepreneurial Revolution Remaking the Middle East “, written by seasoned U.S. internet executive and venture investor Christopher M.

Technical Review 248

Technical Review Saudi Arabia Egypt Startup 248

Hearpreneur

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Being an entrepreneur or business owner has its share of ups and downs. While the downs can be pretty low the ups always seem to triumph for a true entrepreneur at heart. Milestones are what entrepreneurs and business owners work towards. To be a successful entrepreneur, one can never standstill. 1- Freedom with my time.

Entrepreneur 152

Entrepreneur Technical Review Africa Revenue 152

Hearpreneur

JULY 24, 2020

Every waking day, we are having tremendous changes in regulations and technology which greatly affects the way businesses operate. Some entrepreneurs will say the future is definitely bright and the number of entrepreneurs will increase but others argue these changes are meant to work against budding or would-be entrepreneurs.

Entrepreneur 146

Entrepreneur Technical Review Security Demand 146

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 8, 2019

Government grants. Some nonprofit entrepreneurs think they can skip the whole plan, rather than just the sections on valuation, equity offered, and exit strategy. As in any company, they can lead to employee problems, or messy legal issues. In addition, the best nonprofits turn out to be the angel, rather than require one.

Equity 235

Equity Angel Investor Technical Review Exit Strategy 235

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 15, 2012

Government grants. Some non-profit entrepreneurs think they can skip the whole plan, rather than just the sections on valuation, equity offered, and exit strategy. As in any company, they can lead to employee problems, or messy legal issues. In addition, the best non-profits turn out to be the angel, rather than require one.

Angel Investor 218

Angel Investor Technical Review Exit Strategy Equity 218

YoungUpstarts

JULY 6, 2020

Every entrepreneur begins with nothing but their talents and skills; there’s nothing wrong with starting small. If you’re planning to be a trucking entrepreneur, you should set aside some capital strictly for the purpose of securing clients. Regulations governing the trucking industry—both in your home state and across the U.S.—will

Social Media 165

Social Media Advertising Operations Web Development 165

Steve Blank

APRIL 14, 2013

Entrepreneurs in Beijing were knowledgeable about Silicon Valley, entrepreneurship and the state of software and tools available for two reasons. The Chinese government must be laughing hysterically over U.S. Almost every entrepreneur I met was using VPN to circumvent the Great Firewall. Perhaps it’s the weather. Management 101.

China 220

China Silicon Valley Non-Compete Intellectual Property 220

YoungUpstarts

JULY 5, 2020

Over the years, Canada has been a choice location for entrepreneurs and businesses across the different facets of endeavors and industries. However, if you are not informed about policies and regulations for operating a business in Canada, you will find your journey very tiring and daunting. Entrepreneur Visa. Investor Visa.

Canada 264

Canada North America Intellectual Property Asia 264

Steve Blank

FEBRUARY 23, 2013

To get some perspective on this question, I recently talked with Steve Blank , a serial entrepreneur, co-author of The Start-Up Owner’s Manual, and father of the “lean start-up” movement. government agencies and private corporations, he has a unique perspective.

Business Model 226

Business Model Business Plan Technical Review Search 226

Hearpreneur

JANUARY 26, 2022

Here's what entrepreneurs predict for business in 2022. #1- This is critical since the government is moving toward a speedier payment system, which will reduce the time it takes for victims to get compensation. Entrepreneurs will flock to business software that enables them to accomplish more with fewer employees.

Software Review 126

Software Review Technical Review Entrepreneur Artificial Inteligence 126

Steve Blank

JUNE 12, 2020

In 2016, brainstorming with Pete Newell of BMNT and Joe Felter at Stanford we observed that students in our research universities had little connection to the problems their government was trying to solve or the larger issues civil society were grappling with. Jeff Decker a Stanford social science researcher. Jeff served in the U.S.

Oakland 315

Oakland Asia Lean Video 315

Hearpreneur

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Every waking day, we are having tremendous changes in regulations and technology which greatly affect the way businesses operate. Some entrepreneurs will say the future is definitely bright but to others, some of these changes are meant to work against their expansion and business operations. Thanks to Adit Jain, Leena AI ! #6-

Artificial Inteligence 115

Artificial Inteligence Technical Review Entrepreneur Global 115

The Startup Magazine

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

For new entrepreneurs , the startup phase is one of the most challenging yet exciting stages of launching a business. However, the initial excitement can quickly transform into stress, especially if the funds are insufficient to launch the company and keep it operational.

Security 158

Security Angel Investor Startup Bootstrapping 158

Gust

OCTOBER 19, 2014

The bad news is that patent trolls (non-producing companies that make their money from licensing patents) can squeeze the lifeblood out of unsuspecting entrepreneurs, as exemplified by the recent mess around Lodsys suing small Apple IOS developers. They know that these entrepreneurs don’t have the skill or resources to defend themselves.

Software Review 173

Software Review Software Technical Review Intellectual Property 173

Hearpreneur

JULY 13, 2022

Here’s the list of industries with the most optimistic future as suggested by entrepreneurs. #1- Entrepreneurs who can spur innovation and offer solutions to these long-standing problems will have an edge over others and be a part of a fast-growing industry. 1- Network marketing is one such industry. Photo Credit: Hannah Dworkin.

Artificial Inteligence 126

Artificial Inteligence Technical Review Entrepreneur Software Review 126

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 13, 2013

Government grants. Some non-profit entrepreneurs think they can skip the whole plan, rather than just the sections on valuation, equity offered, and exit strategy. As in any company, they can lead to employee problems, or messy legal issues. In addition, the best non-profits turn out to be the angel, rather than require one.

Equity 207

Equity Angel Investor Technical Review Exit Strategy 207