Steve Blank

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Shor’s factorization algorithm can crack these codes if run on a Quantum Computer. This is why NIST has been encouraging the move to Post-Quantum / Quantum-Resistant Codes. Surface Codes is the most commonly proposed error correction code. It requires factoring large prime numbers (e.g., RSA) or elliptic curve (e.g.,

Technical Review 267

Technical Review Illinois Algorithm Software Review 267

Both Sides of the Table

MAY 1, 2010

It makes no sense to meet in August or December due to travel schedules of most investors. For the record, this is not a secret, coded messages to companies for which I am on the board! Feel free to have color coding for each member with companies for which you think they might be able to help with intros.

Software Review 301

Software Review Early Stage Agile Partner 301

View from Seed

JANUARY 27, 2021

Supporting other external PR and media relations for the firm. We invest nationally across Consumer and B2B software, while most of our investments are based in NYC, SF/Bay Area, and Boston. All applications will be reviewed confidentially. Executing on internal administrative tasks related to day-to-day firm operations.

Operations 227

Operations Hiring Seed Stage Boston 227

Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 22, 2011

When Marc Benioff declared “the end of software” industry insiders scoffed. They are great at their respective fields whether they be marketing, sales, programming, PR, whatever. When he launched the iPad many people were saying, “I don’t get it, it’s just a big iPhone” or similar.

Leadership 418

Leadership Technical Review Software Review PR 418

Steve Blank

APRIL 5, 2017

She was an academic on leave from Stanford now selling SAAS software to large companies, but was being inundated with marketing communications advice. “My Founders ask me all the time whether they should hire a PR agency. Hiring a PR agency too early is a sign that the CEO is treating this as someone else’s problem.

Marketing 318

Marketing Audience Technical Review PR 318

YoungUpstarts

JULY 25, 2012

He highlights the litany of woes including excessive demand brought about by a PR move, litigation, partner defections and component supply issues finally led to the company’s very public shutdown, destroying Latman’s – who then was known as Rick Latman – life in the process.

Software Review 164

Software Review Maryland Bankruptcy Seattle 164

Cracking the Code

FEBRUARY 23, 2011

Cracking The Code. Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. and (2) their leadership position in multi-billion dollar markets will likely make them dominant players in the software landscape, even though they are still small today (SuccessFactors $2.5B

Software Review 101

Software Review Technical Review Valuation Europe 101

YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 16, 2012

Where better to learn about the latest in business than from the Harvard Business Review ? This chat touches on a wide range of topics, including social media, marketing, advertising, technology, and PR. QR codes have been all over the place lately, especially in marketing campaigns. Marketing and PR. usguyschat.

Social Media 228

Social Media PR Media Hosting 228

Cracking the Code

JANUARY 16, 2012

Cracking The Code. Thoughts from a Venture Capitalist on Software, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), Cloud Computing, Internet and more. Cracking The Code on Facebook. software. (10). Impact of the recession on SaaS Sales&Marketing pr. Software 2.0: Cracking the SMB code. Subscribe in a reader.

Software Review 95

Software Review Europe Technical Review Spain 95

Both Sides of the Table

JUNE 30, 2016

It is a truism that with more capital you will hire people more quickly and spend more liberally whether it’s on external contractors, PR firms, attending events, doing legal work (trademarks, patents) or whatever. You will spend what you raise in the same timeframes whether you raise $1.5 million or $4 million.

Pre-Money Valuation 292

Pre-Money Valuation Valuation Early Stage Startup 292

YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 31, 2020

In addition, not everyone has the privilege of having a real personal assistant due to high costs. Due to advancements in technology, assistants are now becoming a common good — even for businesses — and are no longer limited to the high-earners. This is something that we will probably not see within the next 15 years.

Artificial Inteligence 214

Artificial Inteligence Mali Management Technical Review 214

Duct Tape Marketing

OCTOBER 6, 2020

How to Improve Your PR Content Online written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing. In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interview Farzad Rashidi Co-founder of Respona, the all-in-one digital PR and link building software that combines personalization with productivity. More about Respona .

PR 100

PR Software Review Cofounder Software 100

VC Cafe

MARCH 16, 2025

Gartner predicted in 2024 that traditional search engine volume could drop 25% by 2026 due to users favoring AI chatbots and virtual agents. NFX argues that in 2025, the consumer window has finally reopened due to advances in AI. Speed is also critical.

Technical Review 78

Technical Review B2C Generative AI IPO 78

YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 2, 2014

Beyond Google’s indexing you according to how much you’re using its proprietary software and platforms, you can help your page rank organically through your Google+ account. Google+ Places also allows your fans to write reviews about your company that will accompany your search listing. Small Business, and PR Daily.

Entrepreneur 276

Entrepreneur Social Media HTML Engineer 276

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 4, 2015

T = Tools, the myriad platforms and software needed. Avoid confusing Social CRM with its disparate components like database marketing, IT systems, loyalty programmes, social media platforms, or marketing and PR alone. P = People and your relationships with them. O = Objectives, ie what your brand wants to do.

Technical Review 100

Technical Review Software Review Customer Social Media 100

YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 3, 2020

According to the US job report from the labor department, US employers have given off nearly 30 million positions from payrolls due to the coronavirus pandemic and related lockdown. by Bhupendra Choudhary, Business Head of FieldCircle. Similar reports came from India as well. How do business leaders can show empathy? Wrapping Up.

Leadership 189

Leadership Technical Review Java Software Review 189

SoCal CTO

APRIL 8, 2010

9 Reasons Why Many Smart People Go Nowhere - Life Beyond Code , March 29, 2010 You would have met many smart people who live a mediocre life. The Exit Disconnect - Ask the Angels , March 25, 2010 I’ll admit to having a bias towards exits and focus my review of a potential investment on the exit potential. There are MANY of them.

Software Review 150

Software Review Startup PR Exit Strategy 150

This is going to be BIG.

AUGUST 25, 2011

Get your PR pitches out. Most startups don't do nearly enough sales training, and even less review once someone is onboarded. Taking the time to review what's working and what's not is integral to making sure everyone on your team has the chance to be successful. When will the call for panels be due? Record some video.

Technical Review 116

Technical Review Software Review PR Cofounder 116

The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 7, 2024

In fact, according to PR Newswire, 53% of homeowners in the United States have had their siding replaced at some point. Happy customers are more likely to refer your services to others and leave positive reviews. Here are some tips to help you get started on the right foot.

Software Review 158

Software Review United States Social Media Advertising 158

This is going to be BIG.

AUGUST 22, 2012

Let’s start out with the basic functions of a tech company: 1) Engineering 2) Marketing 3) Sales 4) Business development 5) PR 6) Design 7) Product Management 8) HR 9) Operations 10) Finance Ok, that's just overwhelming. If you think about it, these things are all of the goals of another function on the list--PR.

PR 157

PR Technical Review Seed Stage Design 157

Up and Running

MAY 23, 2016

Since the term “cloud computing” was coined in 1996—at least as we have come to understand its meaning—the software as a service industry has exploded. If you use software like LivePlan, you can create this initial “lean plan” in under an hour and then spend your time where it really matters—on validating your idea.

Software Review 74

Software Review Software Delaware Forecast 74

Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 26, 2016

In an eCommerce or Internet Services business it is often the marketing costs (if purchased online) and in an enterprise software company it is often marketing plus enterprise sales reps. Generally you should take your full marketing spend including PR divided by your customers acquired to get your “fully loaded CAC.” That bit is easy.

Metrics 150

Metrics Cost Acquisition Startup 150

crowdSPRING Blog

MAY 17, 2013

Martin – Harvard Business Review – [link]. Good reminder from Fred Wilson that your instincts should sometimes guide you when due diligence does not – [link]. Startup PR Tip: To Get Press, Don’t Pitch Your Product – [link]. Martin – Harvard Business Review – [link].

Social Media 94

Social Media Small Business Design Media 94

ConversionXL

JANUARY 21, 2019

You spot a negative review on your Facebook page. Anything from automatic membership renewals to import fees for overseas customers could inspire a negative review tied to your brand—like this dissatisfied Kylie Cosmetics customer : 5. This was a couple of software engineers who put this in for whatever reason [.]

Software Review 125

Software Review Social Media Demand Advertising 125

crowdSPRING Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2011

One Strike and You’re Out: In Relationship Era, Bad PR Pitches Will not Be Tolerated – [link]. How He Made $19,000 on the App Store While Learning to Code – [link]. One Strike and You’re Out: In Relationship Era, Bad PR Pitches Will not Be Tolerated – [link]. Beer Package Designs – [link].

Social Media 96

Social Media Small Business Design Media 96

The Next Web

JANUARY 27, 2013

I couldn’t write a single line of code, and I didn’t have any clue how to start a business. People told me it was impossible to have our product launch featured on one of the top tech blogs without spending $3,000 on some fancy PR agency. They told me it was impossible to pick up coding. Learn to code.

Netherlands 159

Netherlands Technical Review Software Review Cofounder 159

The Next Web

OCTOBER 21, 2013

Nik Fletcher is a product manager at Realmac Software , a small, award-winning independent iOS and OS X development studio behind Clear , Ember , and Rapidweaver. He is also a contibutor to the Realmac Software blog. . Remembering that you cannot change screenshots after an app enters review, but copy can.

Software Review 134

Software Review New Zealand PR Media 134

Mike Michalowicz

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

While it’s important to keep up traditional communication and PR, business owners should also be extending their relationships through online forums – website, blogs, and social networks. Also offer discount coupon codes to twitter members. Point your readers to each blog site that reviews your product. Online Reviews.

Small Business 167

Small Business Marketing PR Social Media 167

Up and Running

MAY 12, 2020

Not only is it necessary due to the coronavirus, but it could potentially give you a strategic long-term advantage against current competitors and help you avoid massive overhead. And, if you combine it with a monthly plan review meeting when you’re up and running, you’ll be doubly equipped to handle whatever comes your way. .

Software Review 153

Software Review Exit Strategy Technical Review Business Plan 153

crowdSPRING Blog

JUNE 6, 2014

Mary Meeker of Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers presented the data at the recent Code Conference. To Negotiate Effectively, First Shake Hands | Francesca Gino |Harvard Business Review – crowdspring.co/1jQOCwN. Does Team Size Impact Code Quality? Code Climate Blog – crowdspring.co/1nJ3Mwt.

Social Media 94

Social Media Small Business Design Software Review 94

Steve Blank

APRIL 2, 2009

Since no benchmarks existed, we enlisted our engineering department in a serious software development effort and wrote our own. Inside the covers of these publications our customers had said that it was the product reviews that most influenced their buying decisions. Now this is worth stopping and thinking about for a second.

Silicon Valley 128

Silicon Valley Technical Review RSS Software Review 128

YoungUpstarts

JULY 1, 2015

Through web analytics software, you should be able to track indicators like web traffic, sign ups (at each stage), click throughs for CTAs, and more. b) Pick right PR agency. Ensure that the PR agency you work with has the chops to execute inbound marketing. Managing Inbound Marketing. c) Watch competition.

Software Review 100

Software Review Marketing Social Media B2B 100

crowdSPRING Blog

SEPTEMBER 23, 2011

Sage advice for startups on picking a PR representative – [link]. Giving Due Diligence Calls Their Due – [link]. Giving Due Diligence Calls Their Due – [link]. Legal Contracts for Software Developers Who Hate Contracts (w/free contract template tco use today) – [link].

Social Media 92

Social Media Small Business Design Media 92

Hunter Walker

JUNE 7, 2014

While I’m sure TechCrunch and other publications are at or near record traffic levels, the influence is more diffuse these days due to wide number of tech blogs and reach of personal/social media. Startups instead are identifying early adopting communities in their specific niches and going after them outside of corporate-based PR.

Technical Review 131

Technical Review CTO Hire Finance Stealth 131

crowdSPRING Blog

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

Book Review: Remote by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson – crowdspring.co/1gYIIgT. Book Review: Remote by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson – crowdspring.co/1gYIIgT. Wrote a Negative Online Review? Don’t cut corners when coding UI | LiveChat Developers blog - crowdspring.co/1hS7X5H.

Social Media 96

Social Media Small Business Design Media 96

Up and Running

OCTOBER 7, 2014

Every startup will use some kind of software: book keeping, word processing, presentation. “You do not need to buy that expensive office software and servers when you can switch to a cloud vendor-Google is an example-at a fraction of the cost,” says Ali Asadi of aprofitmaker.com. Review your operating expenses.

South Africa 157

South Africa Software Review Green Technical Review 157

Up and Running

MAY 10, 2013

The event concludes three months of study (called “due diligence”) by the group of more than 30 angel investors, about half and half from the Oregon university towns Corvallis and Eugene. This year’s event was held on campus at Oregon State University.

Software Review 69

Software Review Oregon Portland Technical Review 69