Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Some pundits argue that the E-Myth principle is now outdated, due to the instant access to information via the Internet, pervasive networking via social media, and courses on entrepreneurship at all levels of education. Hence most fail. Perhaps an innate business savvy is no longer a requirement for starting a successful business.

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Steve Blank

OCTOBER 15, 2020

We just held our fifth session of our new national security class Technology, Innovation and Modern War. Joe Felter , Raj Shah and I designed a class to examine the new military systems, operational concepts and doctrines that will emerge from 21st century technologies – Space, Cyber, AI & Machine Learning and Autonomy.

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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. Investor due diligence on a startup is not a mysterious black art, but is nothing more than a final integrity check on all aspects of your business model, team, product, customers, and plan.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

The market was down considerably with public valuations down 53–79% across the four sectors we were reviewing (it is since down even further). ==> Aside, we also have a NEW LA-based partner I’m thrilled to announce: Nick Kim. First in late-stage tech companies and then it will filter back to Growth and then A and ultimately Seed Rounds.

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TechEmpower

JULY 2, 2013

We caution all readers to review the source code of each test when interpreting the plaintext numbers. Performance was essentially identical to the plaintext tests, confirming earlier suspicions that the impact of small JSON serialization workloads on high-performance platforms is trivial compared to the HTTP network traffic.

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View from Seed

APRIL 14, 2020

This led to a number of repercussions that most VC’s have lamented during this time, including higher prices, larger rounds, shoddy due diligence, and many companies raising large sums of venture capital that probably aren’t suited to VC funding. Firms will start to torture founders with endless diligence requests.

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YoungUpstarts

APRIL 21, 2020

Modern businesses rely on technology to support their operations. As businesses rely on technology more, the demand for tech proficiency and the effective implementation of solutions grows as well. Today, you can measure if a company is well-managed from how it implements and uses technology. Security as a Process.

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View from Seed

APRIL 6, 2021

You are a native of NYC tech with a strong network. You have 4-6 years of professional experience as a technology operator, founder, or investor in New York. You know the ecosystem and have a network that is additive to the rest of the team. All applications will be reviewed confidentially. Who Are We Looking For.

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 28, 2020

It’s a decentralized cryptocurrency run through a network of users signifying the system is highly protected. Still, the background and android app is labeled sweet spot due to its stunning features and tight security on its web page. The post MyMonero Wallet – Review And Complete Guide appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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The Startup Magazine

JULY 7, 2022

The world relies on technology more and more every day. As a result, we utilize technology in practically everything we do. When considering gaining technological skills, it’s a good idea to think about which ones will be in high demand in the future. Technology is a broad profession with several fascinating career paths.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 13, 2020

The global lockdown, due to the pandemic, has forced companies to digitize their operations. Some events turned to digital, but business events don’t offer better opportunities than a video call without personal networking. The post Business Travel Decline Due To COVID And Environmental Concerns appeared first on Young Upstarts.

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View from Seed

JULY 6, 2020

You are a native of NYC tech with a strong network. You have 4-6 years of professional experience as a technology operator, founder, or investor in New York. You know the ecosystem and have a network that is additive to the rest of the team. . All applications will be reviewed confidentially. How To Apply .

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 14, 2022

Make your company visible, reachable and responsive through social networks. Market your solution and user benefits, not the mysterious technology behind it. Young people naively enter their pictures and personal data for fun on social networking sites, ignoring constant feedback from the media that these are bad practices.

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VC Cafe

MARCH 16, 2025

Mention that you do “Consumer tech” as a startup founder and you’d be limiting your funding options to one third of the venture capital funds (in Israel that figure is probably closer to 10%). Until now, consumer tech was perceived as a risky binary investment.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Professional investors and advisors, on the other hand, usually refuse to sign these agreements today due to the risk of litigation and administrative workload, and will walk away. The same is true for people who may approach you at networking events or industry conferences. How can you make this a win-win opportunity?

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Partially due to the pandemic, but also due to longer, healthier lives and changes in job tenure, Boomers are now expected to stay in the labor force longer, and according to projections , could actually dominate the labor market by 2024. In the U.S., immigrants are almost twice as likely to become entrepreneurs as native-born U.S.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 19, 2025

Tighten Access Controls Review and revise access permissions across your network. Consider it your technical disaster advent calendar. Bringing It All Together Beyond these technical preparations, remember the human element. The new year shouldn’t inherit the technical debt of the old one.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 21, 2025

The Shift to Sustainable Transport Transportation is changing quickly due to growing concerns about the environment. Entrepreneurs entering this field should consider adopting environmentally friendly technologies to stay competitive. The initial purchase price of electric and hybrid cars tends to be higher.

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Steve Blank

OCTOBER 22, 2024

In March 2022 I wrote a description of the Quantum Technology Ecosystem. Just as a reminder, Quantum technologies are used in three very different and distinct markets: Quantum Computing , Quantum Communications and Quantum Sensing and Metrology. Different technical approaches (superconducting, photonics, cold atoms, etc.)

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Steve Blank

MAY 17, 2022

The Department of Defense has thought that Artificial Intelligence is such a foundational set of technologies that they started a dedicated organization- the JAIC – to enable and implement artificial intelligence across the Department. These technologies will transform businesses and government agencies.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 7, 2019

Partially due to the economy, but also due to longer, healthier lives and changes in job tenure, Boomers are now expected to stay in the labor force longer, and according to a USNews article, will likely dominate the labor market by 2024. The immigrant rate of entrepreneurial activity seems to be declining each year (now about.5%),

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Steve Blank

JANUARY 17, 2023

This post previously appeared in the Harvard Business Review. But these look for founders who have a technical or business model insight and a team. Accelerators provide these teams with technical and business expertise and connect them to a network of other founders and advisors. Carlos stirred his coffee.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 21, 2021

Here are a few: Business networking. For entrepreneurs, effective networking is required to find investors, partners, and customers. It doesn’t work if you don’t follow up on networking opportunities, networking referrals, and ongoing networking relationships. Investor negotiations. Product development.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 5, 2025

They know the community, and theyre more likely to take a personal approach when reviewing your loan application. Northwest Phoenix is home to several networking groups, including local Chambers of Commerce. They give you access to a professional environment, networking opportunities, and sometimes even funding leads.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021

According to an old Harvard Business Review article, many people in history, famous for their inventions, like Thomas Edison, were entrepreneurs who only later were remembered as inventors of the products they commercialized. Of course it helps to have innovative technologies before you start building a business.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 3, 2020

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.” Employees can share best practices with customers on social network platforms and customers can help each other. Open microphone: encouraging participation.

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TechEmpower

JULY 24, 2023

At TechEmpower, we frequently talk to startup founders, CEOs, product leaders, and other innovators about their next big tech initiative. After all, that’s what tech innovation is all about. Do you have a custom algorithm or other technology? Accounting Beyond reviewing transactions, what accounting support do you need?

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Advanced technologies continually alter our world’s landscape, and each step is an incremental evolution that propels you forward. Businesses also demand flexibility, choice, agility, and cost-effectiveness from these enabling technologies to ensure that business capabilities can change with demand, market, trade mission, and more.

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The Startup Magazine

APRIL 4, 2022

When it comes to networks, security is all-important. One of the most effective ways to secure a network is through what is called network segmentation, referring to the division of the networks into a number of different segments. Here’s why – and the CISA Network Security Guidance they suggest you follow.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

You need to convince them that you have been working on this vision for a long time, and have done the “due diligence” on all the potential knockoffs. In high technology, this is called “release early and iterate,” which allows you to make corrections as you go, as well as adjust for the market changes.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 13, 2022

For example, if you are working on a great social networking idea to replace Facebook, and need funding, you probably won’t find any interested and focused VCs or angel investors in Arizona, where I live. On the other hand, if you are into solar technologies, there is probably an advantage to being in Arizona or a similar location.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2025

For several years, accelerator programs have been an integral part of the ecosystem for young businesses, particularly in the tech space. Participants are given instruction, connections, and a network on which to build and improve their young businesses. Alumni experience matters. If they arent, it may not be worth the time.

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Access to the appropriate IT software and equipment should be a necessity when working from home, but due to the rushed nature of many remote working schemes, for many this was not an initial focus. Every company should have a firewall in place on their network, in order to control what’s accessible for employees.

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The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Thus, brokers should regularly review resources provided by authoritative bodies like the FMCSA to ensure they meet all necessary legal standards. Utilizing Technology to Optimize Operations Technology is pivotal in streamlining freight brokerage operations in today’s digital age.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Many of the entrepreneurs I advise or invest with spend considerable time on the Internet, keeping up with technology, customers, and competitors, but very few feel the need for an early personal presence. Consistently review and respond to relevant online feedback. Invest your time in networking online, as well as offline.

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Steve Blank

OCTOBER 24, 2017

A version of this article is in the Harvard Business Review. Technology cycles have become a treadmill, and for startups to survive they need to be on a continuous innovation cycle. 20th Century Tech Liquidity = Initial Public Offering. Technology Cycles Measured in Years. This seems to be occurring more and more.

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VC Cafe

JANUARY 22, 2021

A few months ago, VC Cafe launched a series on startup engagement and outreach programs of large tech companies. Amazon Corporate Development – Notable acquisitions include Whole Foods ($13.7B), smart doorbell system Ring ($1.2B, 2018) and autonomous mobility technology Zoox ($1.2bn). AI startups in the Alexa Fund portfolio.

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