Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 20, 2017

million in capital to build out its operations in 4 cities: New York City , Los Angeles , Chicago and Washington D.C. I pointed out that the storage market in the US alone is ~$30 billion / year and there is no dominant provider — the largest player has < 10% market share. We’ve been delighted with 8VC as a co-investor.

Technical Review 268

Technical Review Los Angeles Software Review Artificial Inteligence 268

YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 24, 2020

A startup is the launch of a fundamentally new solution, a market innovation. Define the problem that your idea solves and conduct an initial marketing research. When compiling a business plan, focus on specific market segments. Define the Market Potential. Check whether there are growing trends in the market.

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Business Plan Ukraine Cofounder Startup 263

The Startup Magazine

MAY 3, 2024

For startups eager to establish an efficient operational framework from the start, the decision to hire Microsoft Dynamics experts becomes instrumental. At its core, Microsoft Dynamics facilitates the integration of processes related to finance, operations, sales, and customer service into a single, unified platform.

Early Stage 158

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Steve Blank

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Uber , Zenefits , Tanium , Lending Club CEOs of companies with billion dollar market caps have been in the news – and not in a good way. This era was a “buyer’s market” – there were more good companies looking to get funded than there were VCs. And while new markets were created (i.e. Board Control.

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The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 26, 2024

Failure to comply with these regulations can result in fines or the suspension of your business operations. Managing Finances Effectively Creating a detailed business plan is essential for the success of your roofing company. A comprehensive plan outlines your business goals, target market, and financial projections.

Limited Liability Company 157

Limited Liability Company Technical Review Software Review Angel Investor 157

The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Setting Up Your Mobile IV Therapy Business Setting up a successful mobile IV therapy business requires strategic planning and an understanding of market dynamics. There are currently 488 businesses in the IV therapy industry in the United States, indicating a thriving market.

Mobile 88

Mobile United States Technical Review Business Model 88

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. Operate with a comparable level of integrity. Look at the big picture first of development, finance, and marketing/sales.

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Cofounder Software Review CTO Hire Founder 221

The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 18, 2024

In an era where digital technology reigns supreme, car dealerships are increasingly turning to innovative automotive sales digital marketing strategies to boost sales and enhance customer experiences. This knowledge enables dealerships to tailor their marketing strategies, optimize user experiences, and drive sales effectively​​.

Artificial Inteligence 158

Artificial Inteligence Sales Technical Review Marketing 158

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 24, 2018

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. If there is no competition, there is likely not a market. Building and running a business is not a solo operation.

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Steve Blank

APRIL 23, 2018

When Sloan arrived at GM in 1920 he realized that the traditional centralized management structures organized by function (sales, manufacturing, distribution, and marketing) were a poor fit for managing GM’s diverse product lines. Sloan kept the corporate staff small and focused on policymaking, corporate finance, and planning.

Michigan 301

Michigan Cofounder Stock Forecast 301

Steve Blank

APRIL 1, 2020

If you’re a CEO who can’t quickly bias yourself for action and if you wait around for someone to tell you what to do, then your investors, or more likely the market, will make those decisions for you. Health of Your Current Target Market(s). Emergence of New Market(s). Operating Numbers. Marketing programs spending.

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South Korea Salary Business Model China 334

View from Seed

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

As the company progresses through product market fit (PMF), you will want to highlight other key senior hires required to scale and round out the functional expertise of the exec team. Businesses with a geo/city-based operations – city GMs/on-the-ground ops teams. The “product roadmap”.

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Part-Time VPE Seed Stage CTO Hire Forecast 195

The Startup Magazine

MAY 27, 2024

Understanding the Self Storage Market in Leesburg, FL Leesburg, FL has seen a significant growth in population over the years, resulting in an increased demand for self storage. The self storage market in Leesburg is thriving, with many individuals and businesses looking for convenient and secure storage solutions.

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Security Operations Finance Advertising 130

The Startup Magazine

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

At its core, this framework is an organized approach to manage a startup’s finances while effectively mitigating risks. Having a structured approach ensures that funds are available for both day-to-day operations and long-term growth. Why does this matter for your startup? Dive into the innovations reshaping treasury management.

Framework 158

Framework Technical Review Software Review Forecast 158

Hunter Walker

OCTOBER 14, 2024

What was it like seeing some folks raise tens of millions of dollars, and where has your financing mostly come from? From a financing perspective, to borrow from Peter Thiel I believe there is now more clarity between those who invest in and operate in the “bits” space vs. the “atoms” space.

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New York City Hockey Stick Distribution Angel Investor 97

Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 18, 2019

An Insider’s Perspective “Bird Zero” that are custom designed by the company There is a story arc of the electric scooter market that took the world by storm in 2018, was second-guessed late in the year and has quietly re-emerged as a powerful force of growth where few really appreciate the speed and scale of what has happened.

South America 250

South America Global New York City Software Review 250

The Startup Magazine

MARCH 8, 2024

By strategically leveraging debt, businesses can access the capital needed to invest in new opportunities, expand operations, and increase profitability. This process involve researching the market, analyzing industry trends, and evaluating the competitive landscape to pinpoint areas where your business can thrive.

Finance 147

Finance Technical Review Metrics .Net 147

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 16, 2020

See if you and your finance staff can answer these questions: When did my business become unprofitable, and what caused the change? Focus on operating efficiencies. Conversely, you may be able to save money by bringing in marketing, bookkeeping, or warehousing. What are my gross profit and gross margin by product/service?

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Recapitalization Forecast Software Review Finance 200

Both Sides of the Table

JUNE 30, 2016

You will build out features or expend to platforms — often before you have enough market feedback to warrant it. My analogy was that there are markets where it’s relatively easier to raise capital and therefore you should take a little bit more but you should create a budget where you only spend 70% of what you raise on a pace of 18 months.

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Pre-Money Valuation Valuation Early Stage Startup 292

Duct Tape Marketing

JULY 11, 2024

Transform Your Business with the Metronomics Framework written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with John Jantsch In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast, I interviewed Shannon Susko, a strategic business coach and author renowned for her innovative Metronomics framework.

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Framework Leadership Widget Metrics 90

The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Others in that cohort included Zviki Shimon (CFO), Yair Areli (senior VP of global sales), Nir Mandel (VP of product management), and Aviv Canaani (VP of marketing). DataRails allows companies to manage their data in Excel, operating as a front end to a cloud database , which makes it far more agile and easier to create accurate models.

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Hiring Software Review Customer Israel 172

The Startup Magazine

MAY 1, 2023

Modern technology has made it possible for fleet managers to optimize operations, streamline vehicle acquisition, and leverage telematics innovations to their advantage. By adopting advanced technologies and data-driven strategies, companies can optimize their fleet operations and stay ahead of the competition.

Technical Review 157

Technical Review Artificial Inteligence Management Software Review 157

Feld Thoughts

JUNE 9, 2021

They were bashing each other over the head in a non-existent market as the Internet bubble began collapsing. ” So for the deal, investors on both sides converted to common, we split the combined company 55/45, Matt became CEO, and Greg led a new Series A financing into the combined company. ” I answered, “Deal.”

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Fractional CTO Cofounder Startup Lead Investor 195

The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 27, 2022

It seems like having a good combination of certain hard and soft skills is crucial for building a business and ensuring its operations are viable and sustainable. Every startup needs financing in order to get off the ground, but maintaining a stream of income is also crucial for staying in business. Digital marketing.

Startup 151

Startup Australia Web Development Forecast 151

Up and Running

JULY 28, 2022

Not only do these requirements ensure that businesses operate within the law but it also protects small business owners and their consumers. . A small business is an independently owned and operated entity that engages in commercial activity and fulfills the set industry-specific size standards. What legally defines a small business?

Small Business 167

Small Business Intellectual Property Cofounder Software Review 167

ReadWriteStart

AUGUST 18, 2020

The metamorphosis includes day-to-day operations to the business processes of vital importance. Banks all over the globe have started incorporating digital banking and motivating their customers to switch all of their operations to the online mode. All these factors have dictated the new market rules for food and beverage companies.

Global 179

Global Technical Review Analytics Mobile 179

Steve Blank

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

It seemed to make sense to have have all the parties represented at the committee, so lots of people attended – program managers who controlled the budget, the developers responsible for maintaining and enhancing the current product and building new ones, and representatives from the operating divisions who needed and would use these products.

Incubator 319

Incubator Curation Engineer Government 319

The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 7, 2024

Starting your own roofing and siding company can be a lucrative and rewarding venture, but it requires careful planning, strategic marketing, and quality craftsmanship. Research and Understand the Market Before launching your business, it is essential to understand the market demand and trends.

Software Review 158

Software Review United States Social Media Advertising 158

The Startup Magazine

JUNE 13, 2024

You must familiarize yourself with key concepts such as marketing, sales, operations, cash flow management, balance sheets, and profit and loss statements. This program offers in-depth knowledge across all aspects of business management, including finance and strategic planning. MBA programs are a tad bit expensive.

United States 141

United States Bootstrapping Social Media Angel Investor 141

Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 8, 2014

If you want the full SlideShare deck with many slides not in either post it’s in this link –> The LA Tech Market. Has it begun to mature or is it just better marketed than in was say 5 years ago? Given how efficient markets are when a large market like LA starts to blossom it attracts capital pretty quickly.

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Los Angeles Silicon Valley Entrepreneur Seattle 376

The Startup Magazine

MARCH 7, 2024

Companies are turning to AI to streamline their operations, notably in areas like customer service, cybersecurity, and fraud prevention. From identifying your audience to understanding the market and mapping out your finances, entrepreneurs have found they have a lot to do before building a successful venture.

Artificial Inteligence 156

Artificial Inteligence Entrepreneur Algorithm Cofounder 156

Hearpreneur

APRIL 28, 2024

We asked entrepreneurs what has been their favorite technology innovation and here is what they have to say: #1- Personal finance management Photo Credit: Shammika Munugoda I founded and created a personal finance management app about 8 years ago. Drones have also transformed property surveying & inspection processes.

Technical Review 128

Technical Review Technology Entrepreneur Artificial Inteligence 128

The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 11, 2023

The following is a condensed explanation of seed funding: Seed money is a form of early-stage financing that new businesses receive from investors in exchange for a share of ownership in the company. The fundamental objective and aim of seed investment is to assist a company in launching its operations successfully.

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Seed Stage Technical Review Early Stage Due Diligence 148

ReadWriteStart

JULY 7, 2021

On the other hand, the global courier delivery market covering Express delivery and Parcel Pickup and Drop services is all set to surpass a whopping $400 billion by 2024 with a growth rate of 8-10% every year. Recognizing the business goals and operational scope of the client firm.

Technical Review 163

Technical Review Artificial Inteligence Demand Social Media 163

The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2020

Before you start earning profits and making an impression on the startup market, you’ll want to learn from your colleagues’ common startup mistakes. Hiring is one of the most challenging parts of running a business, no matter how large or small your operation is. Not too fast. Hiring too much or not enough.

Software Review 185

Software Review Startup Technical Review Hiring 185

The Startup Magazine

JUNE 3, 2021

When used correctly, tech can streamline operations, make work easier for your team, increase output, reduce costs, promote the business, keep customers happy and much more. Finance deals to spread to the cost. Invest In Digital Marketing. Find Ways To Keep Tech Costs Down. Open-source software. BYOD (Bring your own device).

Reputation 167

Reputation Green Operations PPC 167

The Startup Magazine

JULY 17, 2022

Relief from income taxes for companies that are operating at a loss. If the certifying organization verifies that your initiative is a research and development project, you are legally entitled to receive financing. Should not be considered to be “basically fixed” in the market. It aims to acquire new knowledge.

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Developer Germany Software Development Software Developers 158