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WTF is Traction? A 6-Step Relationship Guide to VC

Both Sides of the Table

You’ve pitched several angels and VC’s. Traction can simply mean showing that you’re making progress with customers, product development, channel partners, initial revenue as a proof point, attracting well-known angel investors, winning industry awards / recognition. They hire key staff. They make progress.

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How YP Is Growing A Giant Tech Team In Glendale

socalTECH

One of the largest concentrations of technical talent in Los Angeles is in Glendale, at YP -- staffed with a surprising number of Los Angeles startup vets. Yelp and Agie''s List has been fantastic in the reviews path. But, going down that review path was not where we wanted to take it, or at least, not where we wanted to start.

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How YP.com Is Growing A Giant Tech Team In Glendale

socalTECH

One of the largest concentrations of technical talent in Los Angeles is in Glendale, at YP (www.yp.com) -- staffed with a surprising number of Los Angeles startup vets. Yelp and Agie''s List has been fantastic in the reviews path. It really gives them a way to go out and learn more about these guys, and much more than reviews.

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Hiring a CTO for Your Startup

SoCal CTO

I have a great network of fellow CTOs, especially in the Los Angeles area. I've organized the LA CTO Forum (a private group of 150+ CTOs in Los Angeles) for 10+ years. Interviewing and Hiring Process Get a resume and LinkedIn profile and review both closely: Do they know the world of startup technology? Don't burn bridges.

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Hiring a CTO for Your Startup

SoCal CTO

I have a great network of fellow CTOs, especially in the Los Angeles area. I've organized the LA CTO Forum (a private group of 150+ CTOs in Los Angeles) for 10+ years. Interviewing and Hiring Process Get a resume and LinkedIn profile and review both closely: Do they know the world of startup technology? Don't burn bridges.

CTO Hire 225