Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 28, 2023

The pervasiveness of social networking and the Internet has caused a new focus and value on “openness,” which leads to a new element of leadership, called “open leadership.” The mantra of open leadership is “Be Open, Be Transparent, and Be Authentic.” This is also becoming prevalent in decisions with customers on products.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 6, 2021

One person can build a product, but it takes a dedicated team, with strong leadership, to build a business. For example, Mark McClain, cofounder and CEO of SailPoint Technologies , created an employee growth culture resulting in growth of forty percent a year, with more than $100 million in revenues.

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The Startup Magazine

JUNE 26, 2023

Key to this is the launch of a new laser accessory partnership with DEKA Trio featuring an advanced scanner for scar revision and treatment, giving the DEKA Trio laser technology the ability to treat significant tissue scarring and other medically necessary conditions through CO2 lasers. IML’s leadership role as a resource for the U.S.

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TechEmpower

AUGUST 21, 2023

The explanation from software leadership is often unsatisfying or unclear. It provides findings and recommendations intended to foster a mutual understanding between business and software leaders, shedding light on the current state of your technology and your team. What does a business leader do in this situation?

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 18, 2020

All of us are struggling to keep up in this age of technological acceleration, where we learn every day that we can’t trust links in our email, marketing guarantees, or phone requests from people we don’t know. I’m sure that all of you recognize that the technology available for marketing has changed. Take your first step today.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Too many entrepreneurs I know start by highlighting their new technology , and assume that it will sell itself. Unfortunately, technology doesn’t create a vision, and usually frightens customers away, unless they understand the vision and value first. Every balanced leader does marketing early.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 6, 2021

Words alone, like “improved efficiency”, “paradigm shift,” and “breakthrough technology” won’t convince people to follow you. For example, early adopters may be easily sold, but new technology product success really hinges on adoption by certain demographics, perhaps more influenced by celebrities or mommy bloggers.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Moving forward, you should expect the market volatility to increase, driven not only by customers, but by new technology, changing government regulations, and a surge in new competitors. Innovation doesn’t happen without active leadership, a mindset of commitment from the team, and a defined process.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 6, 2020

To stay competitive in our digital world, small and medium-sized businesses need to be equipped with and proficient in the latest technologies. In his new book, “Tech Debt 2.0 : How to Future Proof Your Small Business and Improve Your Tech Bottom Line” , senior global business and technology executive Michael C. Tech Debt 2.0

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 30, 2014

The practical uses for uBeam technology is limitless. Did anybody hold patents that would prevent us from using this technology? With the explosion of “wearables’ wouldn’t it be nice if you didn’t have to charge your watch, fitness tracker or noise-canceling headphones? Did the physics actually work?

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YoungUpstarts

MAY 8, 2020

Studies have established that the leadership behaviors in face-to-face and virtual settings are largely the same, but their relative importance increases in virtual settings. Some leadership behaviors become that much more important when you lead virtually. Author of “ The Leader Habit “ Martin Lanik, Ph.D.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

In my business of mentoring new entrepreneurs and advising small company owners, I recognize that most don’t start as experienced leaders, and most don’t realize that people leadership is a primary key to their future success. Without vulnerability you can’t have an objective understanding of your leadership effectiveness.

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 5, 2014

The press around the raise & company was fantastic and the promise of their technology – wireless charging that works as easily as WiFi – would positively affect many of our lives. Leadership over backbenchers? I wish I had 20% of her confidence, focus and leadership skills at 25.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 3, 2021

These days, with markets and technology changing so rapidly, it’s impossible to verify an innovation before taking it to market. When people change, due to new leadership, new motivation, or business changes, innovations occur, which can lead to culture change, rather than the other way around.

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Hearpreneur

APRIL 9, 2023

It’s becoming increasingly important for every business to have at least basic technology to run daily operations in the current day society. With new technology emerging, we can only imagine the changes it will bring along to the business platform. Society is changing and so is its demand and supply for new products and services.

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Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 26, 2020

leadership, mentorship, competitiveness, communications, relationship-building?—?and In any job you either find leadership opportunities for your best people BEFORE they ask or other people start asking them to become leaders somewhere else. Leadership is about recognizing your next generation of talent and helping lift them up.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 15, 2022

It’s a volatile period for every company, where most struggle with getting commercial and technological traction, usually based on a single product or service. A particularly critical moment is when the founders hand over the leadership to a more managerial regime. This business phase is where every entrepreneur starts.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 26, 2023

Every one of you business owners I know periodically introduces new products and services to sustain growth, fight off competitors, or take advantage of new technologies. To win in this environment, you may need to expand your leadership in industry conferences and community activities.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

In my view, the quality of incubator leadership is the single biggest potential value provided and learning opportunity for entrepreneurs. Every successful incubator has strong leadership and staff with business and investment credentials. Expert mentoring and training. Facilities support. Learn by doing.

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YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 29, 2020

With the continuous advances in technology, it’s easier than ever for businesses to get work done remotely. While technology continues advancing at a rapid pace, we’re also adopting more creative ways to utilize this technology, giving people and businesses access to more opportunity in so many different areas. It’s a win-win.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Innovation driven by the next crisis is not leadership. On the other end of the spectrum, technology startups also really need this mentality, since the rate of change there is rapid, and competition is so intense.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 1, 2020

Moving forward, you should expect the market volatility to increase, driven not only by customers, but by new technology, changing government regulations, and a surge in new competitors. Innovation doesn’t happen without active leadership, a mindset of commitment from the team, and a defined process.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

For instance, I find that tech entrepreneurs are often so blinded by their shiny new technology that they fail to anticipate the infrastructure and political changes which gate the business. If I suggest your technology needs validation in the market before scaling, it’s fair to ask how long and how expensive that test could be.

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Hearpreneur

APRIL 23, 2023

Technology advancement has transformed the way we live, work, and communicate. The continuous innovation in technology has led to the development of smarter devices, faster and more reliable networks, and unprecedented levels of connectivity. Better technology means happier patients and less stressed staff.

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Duct Tape Marketing

JULY 11, 2024

Beginning with the Metronome effect, In our conversation, Shannon Susko defines the Metronomics framework and explains how it can revolutionize the way CEOs and leadership teams approach growth, strategy, and execution. Key Takeaways Like a Metronome, the CEO sets the speed of things. Book your call today, DTM World slash scale. (01:03):

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 11, 2023

For example, the development of reusable rocket technology by SpaceX and Amazon, who could not match NASA supplier budgets, has opened huge new opportunities in space travel and exploration. I believe it all starts with you as a leadership role model, and the mindset and expectations you broadcast to your team.

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The Startup Magazine

JUNE 8, 2022

Also, it has become important for companies to embrace the latest technological developments to stay one step ahead of their competitors. To match pace with rapidly changing technology and strengthen a position in the marketplace, entrepreneurs cannot just rely on the typical qualifications. Leadership Skills. Adaptability.

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Up and Running

OCTOBER 13, 2022

But there comes a time when bringing on executive leadership is the reasonable and right next step. Another benefit of filling executive leadership roles is that doing so will likely free up time you can spend on other things. The nature of your business will determine which executive leadership positions make the most sense.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 25, 2023

New digital technologies, business models, and regulatory rulings are forcing all of us to think outside of our silos and rethink what it means to operate effectively. It is fair to bring in outside technology to reduce the risk and speed the implementation.

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ReadWriteStart

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Build a Talented Team of Technology and Business Professionals. Having both startup and third-party project work available keeps any technology staff busy on both client and startup work throughout the year. This approach exposes IT pros to the latest technologies while providing experience in many different business sectors.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 12, 2022

They look at your track record, industry leadership, marketing energy, moral values, and peer relationships. Proprietary technology with a high barrier to entry. Here is my list of key goodwill elements that investors consider, and how you can optimize them in your favor: Your image, reputation, and depth of experience.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

During my time in Silicon Valley, I was struck by the fact that most successful entrepreneurs seemed to personally know and regularly hear from all the “movers and shakers” who had the investment capital and leadership they needed. The best marketing requires storytelling skills , with emotions and values.

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YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 31, 2020

What is the Role of Technology? Due to advancements in technology, assistants are now becoming a common good — even for businesses — and are no longer limited to the high-earners. Technology has come so far that we can essentially have a dialogue with our phone. Humans & Technology Side-by-Side.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Look for technologies to adapt from other domains. Elon Musk with SpaceX is an example of a new business bringing in technologies from artificial intelligence and solar power to develop smart and reusable rockets to do satellite delivery and space travel. Be willing to share technology to promote standards.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 23, 2022

The entrepreneurial mindset is a function of motivation, priorities, and risk versus reward, all of which you set or enable by your leadership and example. In today’s marketplace, junior staffers are often the most intimately connected to the market, technology, and the customer network. Employees will care only about work they create.”

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Duct Tape Marketing

AUGUST 22, 2024

As businesses increasingly seek scalable marketing leadership, the demand for fractional CMOs has surged. Leadership: Many businesses lack strategic marketing leadership, especially in the $3 to $30 million range. But not so much the supply. People want to learn and are learning by doing but don’t feel quite there yet.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 19, 2022

In my experience, the good news is that everyone is becoming more and more comfortable with relationships via the new media and technology. Highlight your personal leadership values and experience. The challenge is how to build client relationships without face-to-face. Make sure clients know how you manage your business.

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