Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Yet as I mentor entrepreneurs around the country, crowdfunding still seems to be one of the least understood approaches to startup funding, with more myths than accredited angels and professional venture capital investors combined. With this model, a startup pre-sells their product early, at a cheaper price, in exchange for a pledge.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Even though the color of their money is always green, all startup investors are not the same. 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. It’s no fun for either side.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2025

By Gayle Jennings OByrne Though interest rates have gone down slightly, ongoing market volatility means that funding for startups is still difficult. Meanwhile, the more recently started AngelPad program has provided an average of $14 million in funding for startups participating in its programs.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 16, 2022

One of the biggest myths in the business world is that startups are no place for Baby Boomers, that aging generation born between 1945 and 1964. Today people over 55 are almost twice as likely to create successful startups as Gen-Y, age 20 to 34. Yet credible reports on current trends tell us just the opposite.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 22, 2023

In my experience, the Silicon Valley startup model, focused on disrupting established industries, has treated the USA well and created some great global businesses. It has played almost no role in the emergence of current non-US bred startups, including Alibaba in China, Waze from Israel, Paytm in India, and many more.

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The Startup Magazine

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Delays can make or break a startup. In the fast-paced startup environment, where every customer counts, delays can quickly spiral into lost opportunities and tarnished reputations. Startups often juggle multiple priorities with limited resources, making it easy for delays to creep into operations.

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Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 11, 2022

Something happened in the past 7 years in the startup and venture capital world that I hadn’t experienced since the late 90’s — we all began praying to the God of Valuation. How might our next phase of the journey seem brighter, even with more uncertain days for startups and capital markets? What happened? There was no money train.

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Steve Blank

JANUARY 17, 2023

Three types of organizations – Incubators, Accelerators and Venture Studios – have emerged to reduce the risk of early-stage startup failure by helping teams find product/market fit and raise initial capital. They do the most to de-risk the early stages of a startup. Reducing Startup Risk.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 19, 2023

Otherwise, in my experience, the startup will fail. The value of startup teams with the founder as an effective leader is many times the value of many strong individuals working independently. Only a dedicated leader can spot those special powers in each member and then build a well-oiled team which can win the startup war for you.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 5, 2025

The Small Business Administration (SBA) also offers a variety of loan programs, including ones specifically designed for startups. The post Top Financial Resources for Small Businesses in Northwest Phoenix appeared first on The Startup Magazine. Pro tip: Check out local economic development offices for grant leads.

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Hunter Walker

OCTOBER 14, 2024

I was working at a venture-backed apparel startup for 4 years and saw the power of building digitally-native brands through Facebook and Instagram (TikTok was still nascent). Here are Five Questions with Sandro. Hunter Walk: Backstory time! Tell us a bit about Sanzo and how it was founded? Sandro Roco: I had the idea for Sanzo in 2018.

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The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

In Q3 of 2024, AI-related startups landed $19 billion USD, which equates to 28% of total venture dollars. The rise of startups in the pet care space A recent analysis of veterinary services in the US showed that the number of graduates from existing vet colleges will be enough to meet demand through 2035.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

These approaches allow your startup to grow more rapidly, save costs, but costly mistakes can lead to business failure. Some entrepreneurs view their outsourced employees as temps, or as a cheap way to staff the company during its startup phase. Utilization and personal growth of virtual employees is not my problem.”

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 6, 2023

For the elite startups and entrepreneurs who manage to attract the investor they dream of, and survive the term sheet negotiation, there is still one more hurdle before the money is in the bank. Make sure everyone accurately posts their role with your startup on social media profiles, resumes, and references.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 2, 2022

I have personally used this approach in leading startups as well as large organizations, in highly technical roles as well as business development and marketing. For one-on-one coaching from the startup founder, I call this approach five-minute mentoring. Everyone learns best from failures, so failure should never be a feared option.

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

At our mid-year offsite our partnership at Upfront Ventures was discussing what the future of venture capital and the startup ecosystem looked like. Pitchbook estimates that there is about $290 billion of VC “overhang” (money waiting to be deployed into tech startups) in the US alone and that’s up more than 4x in just the past decade.

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VC Cafe

MARCH 7, 2025

Israeli tech funding remained stable in February, with 25 startups raising a total of $588 million and two new unicorns minted: Dream and Augury. – by Y Combinator YC on AI-first software development (for 25% of the startups in the current YC batch, 95% of the code is AI generated!) Startup funding -20% YoY to $19.3B

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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%). Despite the renewed potential offered by AI, consumer startups still need to overcome significant challenges.

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The path to a startup is sometimes exhilarating, sometimes intoxicating. Pre-construction townhomes and condominiums provide startups with something more than a roof over their heads; they can function as strategic assets that catalyze growth and stability. Real Estate and Team Building Success for your startup is driven by talent.

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Building a startup is incredibly exciting; however, finding the right staff can significantly impact your business. Photo by Pixabay Let’s explore some strategies for finding the right staff for your startup, including how to streamline the hiring process. Conclusion Hiring the right staff for your startup is crucial for success.

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Early-stage startups must navigate several crucial steps to gain traction and stay competitive in the market. Source: Pexels In 2022, Microsoft reported that there were a staggering 150 million startups worldwide. With such fierce competition, it’s no wonder many new startups struggle to secure their footing.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2025

The post The Advantages of Using Rotary Sonic Drilling in Construction appeared first on The Startup Magazine. For those working in the construction industry, it is worth considering sonic drilling for relevant future projects.

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The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Looking towards 2025, it’s essential for startups to embrace a mobile-first approach to stay relevant and competitive. Startups need to recognize this shift as mobile usage escalates, becoming the primary method of internet access worldwide. Mobile apps are key in optimizing workflows and improving field operations.

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Artificial intelligence tools equip startups with the foresight necessary to mitigate issues before they become expensive problems. Endnote Startups are boosting safety and efficiency by utilizing modern tools. The post Innovative Training Techniques for High-Risk Startups appeared first on The Startup Magazine.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 19, 2025

The post New Year, Same Threats: 8 Ways to Prepare Your IT Infrastructure for the Holiday Break appeared first on The Startup Magazine. With these measures in place, you might actually get to enjoy that eggnogbut keep your phone charged, just in case.

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The Startup Magazine

MARCH 21, 2025

The post Revolutionizing Employee Feedback: Modern Approaches to Performance Reviews appeared first on The Startup Magazine. By leveraging these systems effectively, businesses can unleash the full capabilities of their employees, clearing the path for sustained success in an ever-evolving global market.

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

The post How to Find the Right Virtual CFO for Your Growing Business appeared first on The Startup Magazine. A skilled VCFO will provide the financial clarity and strategy to scale confidently.

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The Startup Magazine

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Planning a corporate event as a startup can feel like a monumental task. Startups often face challenges like limited budgets and the need to create a strong impact. In this article, well explore essential strategies that help startup businesses navigate the intricacies of corporate event planning.

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Steve Blank

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Unfortunately, for startups entering a regulated market following this advice this might not be the optimum path. And why was Bill’s advice of staying away from Washington flawed for startups? These barriers to new innovative startups are called economic rent. Regulation What’s regulatory capture? Why is it bad? In the U.S.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 21, 2025

The post Opportunities in Transport Business Ownership: What You Need to Know appeared first on The Startup Magazine. Partnering with technology firms can provide insights into the latest advancements for optimising fleet management, enhancing safety, and offering more responsive services, helping businesses grow.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 11, 2021

As an angel investor to startups, I’m still surprised to find entrepreneurs who expect investors to give them money, and assume no strings attached. In any case, your startup is now part of some investor’s portfolio, so you need to treat the situation like reporting to a new boss, and not like a new freedom.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 12, 2025

Startup marketing is hard. Well, all marketing is hard if you want to get it right, but startup marketing has extra elements to it because not only do you need to show what you do, you also need to let people know who you are, which isnt necessarily something more established businesses have to worry about.

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The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

The post Essential Skills Every Freight Broker Should Develop appeared first on The Startup Magazine. The rewards are substantial, from financial gains to a respected position within the logistics sector, making it a career path worth pursuing for those with the ambition and drive.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 12, 2025

By 2025, several sectors are expected to provide fertile ground for innovative startup ideas. With increasing consumer awareness about the environmental impact of traditional pest control techniques, startups can tailor their services to address these concerns.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 5, 2025

The post How to Elevate Your Business to the Next Level appeared first on The Startup Magazine. It can also open the doors to new markets for you. Always be on the lookout for partners whose business compliment your own.

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The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

In the competitive world of startups, the user onboarding experience plays a crucial role in determining the future success of the business. A seamless, secure, and intuitive user onboarding journey is everything that makes a difference for startups looking to build lasting relationships with their customers.

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VC Cafe

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

The report highlighted the resilience of Israeli startups despite the geopolitical challenges and shared the curret sentiment on trends in pre-seed deals. Similarly, 74% of investors reported that 75-100% of their seed investments were in AI-driven startups. Below are the key findings. Read the full report here.

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