Both Sides of the Table
MARCH 28, 2010
OK, this will be a test of whether using real curse words in your title or post gets all of your stuff blocked by spam filters or from appearing on HackerNews or the like. I thought about trying to spell it differently (like Guy Kawasaki always says Bull Shitake (as in the mushroom, but slightly misspelled) but somehow it lost the same effect that this saying has always had for me.
Berkonomics
MARCH 30, 2010
There is a relationship between time and money that is more complex than most managers think. Fixed overhead for salaries, rent, equipment leases and more make up the majority of the “burn rate” (monthly expenses) for most companies. Since this number is budgeted and pre-authorized, managers tend to focus upon other things such as sales, marketing and product development issues.
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SoCal CTO
MARCH 30, 2010
People seem to be missing the really big picture of the value of social media and really the Internet for that matter. They look at how current social networking sites work and how online and offline relationships currently work and make the assumption that this represents the value proposition. Case in point the recent HBR blog post: The Social Media Bubble , by Umair Haque where he advances the following hypothesis: Despite all the excitement surrounding social media, the Internet isn't connec
socalTECH
APRIL 1, 2010
In what seems to be a new trend in Los Angeles companies exchanging things of value for a tattoo of their logo, Los Angeles-based Boingo Wireless , which operates a global network of wireless access points, said it will give away one million free Wi-Fi credits to any user who permanently tattoos a Boingo logo somewhere on their body. According to Boingo, the Boingo tattoo just needs to be spelled correctly, and can go anywhere on a user.
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Office leases are one of companies’ largest expenses, and if your whole team is working from home with no clear end in sight, you may be wondering what to do about your lease.
Both Sides of the Table
MARCH 30, 2010
I’m very pleased today to announce that I invested, on behalf of GRP Partners, in Burstly alongside Rincon Venture Partners , an early stage VC in Southern California whith whom we love to work (and were our co-investors on RingRevenue ). Burstly, a Santa Monica based company, provides an open and free ad management platform that helps mobile application developers better monetize their inventory.
Tech Coast Venture Network
MARCH 31, 2010
Virginia Lorimor 9 out of 10 businesses fail in the first 5 years, primarily for one reason; the business owner fails to plan. It is not that they lack a good product! So we know that your in business to succeed - what kind of plans do you need: Business Plan. I find a simple working business plan is adequate for most (unless you are seeking outside funding in which case you would want to be more in depth).
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socalTECH
APRIL 1, 2010
In what seems to be a new trend in Los Angeles companies exchanging things of value for a tattoo of their logo, Los Angeles-based Boingo Wireless , which operates a global network of wireless access points, said it will give away one million free Wi-Fi credits to any user who permanently tattoos a Boingo logo somewhere on their body. According to Boingo, the Boingo tattoo just needs to be spelled correctly, and can go anywhere on a user.
Both Sides of the Table
APRIL 1, 2010
In the past I’ve written on the topic of “ Raising Venture Capital &# but today I’m starting a new series called “ Understanding VC’s.&# My goal is writing this series of to make it easier for you as a startup needing to raise money to understand how venture capital firms work so you can be more efficient and more effective in your process.
Startup Professionals Musings
MARCH 29, 2010
Every startup founder knows implicitly that startup success is a long hard road. Yet we always dream that we are the exception to the rule. So once in a while it’s good to look at some facts to temper our imagination. I was reading an article written by marketing guru Seth Godin a while back where he mentions that “it takes about six years of hard work to become an overnight success”.
SoCal Tech Calendar
APRIL 1, 2010
Wednesday, April 7, 2010 -- Don't Hire Your BFF. Dealmarker Media. How to Build A Winning Team. Do you have the right leadership in place to take startup to the next level? There are pivotal moments in a startup's life-cycle when you need to re-access your goals for growth and move to the next stage of your business. Building the RIGHT leadership team (no matter what your company stage) is similar to building your product road-map.You must evaluate your current team and identify who should be on
socalTECH
MARCH 30, 2010
Los Angeles-based social networking site MySpace is looking to boost its Internet safety efforts today, saying that it is backing a campaign by nonprofit Enough is Enough to help keep children online. MySpace said it is sponsoring a Jumbotron ad campaign in Times Square in New York City, as well as a related DVD teaching series, workbook, and web site, to help educate kids on the dangers of the Internet.
Both Sides of the Table
APRIL 2, 2010
This is part of my series on Understanding Venture Capital. I’m writing this series because if you better understand how VC firms work you can better target which firms make sense for you to speak with. It in not uncommon to see a VC talk about “total assets under management&# as in “We have $1.5 billion under management.&# I don’t really understand why VCs do this since it’s mostly a meaningless number.
Tech Zulu Event
MARCH 30, 2010
Shooting a quick video is awesome but what if it is a bit too shaky and what if your subject can't stick around for more then a minute. Well now there is a solution! In comes Fotobabble , a quick and easy site and iPhone app that allows you to snap a picture and record an audio track over it. Fotobabble makes it really easy to share the creation on Facebook, Twitter or Text.
SoCal Tech Calendar
APRIL 1, 2010
Wednesday, April 7, 2010 -- How To Stay Safe In Today's Risker World. ACG 101. Years ago, "security" for many companies meant having a good lock on the warehouse door. In todays global business environment, the kinds of terrorism events and massive frauds that make headlines are also factors that have to be included in planning your companys operating strategy.
socalTECH
MARCH 31, 2010
Santa Monica-based venture capital firm Clearstone Ventures was among the big winners Wednesday in the IPO debut of Sunnyvale-based Meru Networks , a developer of virtual wireless LAN products. Meru had an IPO on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol MERU, opening at $15.00, at the high range of its estimated open price of $13.00 to $15.00, and closing at $19.17 for the day--up 27.8%.
Startup Professionals Musings
APRIL 1, 2010
Friends tell you what you want to hear. Mentors tell you what you need to hear. When the message is the same from both, you don’t need the mentor anymore. In that sense, you should think of a mentor more like your advisor who has done all he can. You always need the friend. Also don’t confuse a business mentor with a business coach. A mentor’s aim is to teach you what to do and how, in specific situations, unlike a coach who helps you develop your generic skills for deciding what to do and how.
CEO Flow
APRIL 1, 2010
Trying to address important or sensitive issues over email just exacerbates the problem. Always meet in person or pick up the damn phone! There’s just too much opportunity to misinterpret or miscommunicate, resulting in unnecessary anxiety or drama. What about scheduling an impromptu meeting? Or calling the person? If you can’t do either of them, is it something that can wait until the morning?
SoCal Tech Calendar
MARCH 31, 2010
Tuesday, April 6, 2010 -- Digital LA - Digital Drinks @ La Vida. Join us for our next Digital Drinks, scheduled to be part of Tubefilter's Web TV Week leading up to the Streamy Awards. Invited: web video producers, directors, actors, production, Streamy nominees, friends, and fans. We'll be lounging at La Vida, just a few blocks east of the Music Box Theatre where the Streamys will be, on Hollywood at Gower.
socalTECH
APRIL 2, 2010
Burbank-based Walt Disney Company announced late Thursday that the studio will be debuting a number of applications for Apple's iPad, as Apple gets set to deliver the devices to stores this weekend. Walt Disney said that Marvel Comics, ABC, ESPN, and Disney will offer a wide range of applications, video games, and content specifically for the iPad, including Marvel comic books; video content from Disney; episodes of ABC series; read-along stories from "Toy Story"; and much more.
Startup Professionals Musings
MARCH 30, 2010
Entrepreneurs often get the advice from their lawyers and friends to always get a Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA or CDA) signed before disclosing anything about their new venture. Most investors and startup advisors I know hate them, and refuse to sign them. Who is right? Let me try to put this question in perspective. If you are totally risk-averse, then push to always get signed NDAs.
Daradiction
MARCH 28, 2010
I’ve found i have more energy and creativity when the moon is bright. Sounds a little bit crazy I realize, but it makes sense when you think that 60%+ of our body is made of water. So, I’m starting to plan to let some of my creativity run loose around full moons. Things like recording with my band, playing music with my friends, live stand up comedy sets, midnight surf sessions at Leo Carrillo in Malibu…you get the picture.
SoCal Tech Calendar
MARCH 31, 2010
Tuesday, April 6, 2010 -- CommNexus Presents: Network Neutrality: The Debate Pros and Cons of Net Neutrality. This year the FCC will be addressing one of the most important technology issues of our time, network neutrality or who controls and regulates what's sent on the Internet. and#8232;and#8232;Supporters of net neutrality contend that the phone and cable companies want to be in charge of the Internet, they want to be able to block user requests, and charge companies such as Google for its u
socalTECH
MARCH 31, 2010
Vista-based electric vehicle manufacturer Aptera Motors has raised $9.8M in an equity funding round, according to a filing from the firm today. Source of the new funding was not disclosed, however, the firm has previously raised funding from Esenjay Investments, Google, Idealab, The Beall Family Trust, and The Simons Family. Aptera is building lightweight, 3-wheel electric vehicles.
Startup Professionals Musings
MARCH 31, 2010
Most entrepreneurs fail on at least one attempt. What investors look for is not that you never fail, but that you learn from the failure, maintain a positive attitude, and work with integrity on the next one. If you have never failed, you have probably never pushed the limits. According to Harvey Mackay in his new book “ Use Your Head to Get Your Foot in the Door ,” how to rebound from failure or rejection is an essential skill to acquire for success.
Tech Zulu Event
APRIL 2, 2010
Rick Calvert , founder of BlogWorld Expo , gives us a sneak peek of what to expect for BlogWorld and New Media Expo 2010: You can view some of our pervious interviews from BlogWorld Expo 2009 by clicking here. Tags: frontpage.
SoCal Tech Calendar
APRIL 2, 2010
Thursday, April 8, 2010 -- OCTANe/OCVC Networking Event. Celebrating the merger of OCTANe and OCVC. See [link] (more).
socalTECH
MARCH 31, 2010
Los Angeles-based Break.com and Santa Monica-based Total Beauty Media announced Wednesday afternoon that the two firms have partnered on the launch of a new site, called ModernMan.com. According to the two firms, the new site will focus on grooming advice, style tips, and product information and review for men 18-39. The firm said the new site will be jointly owned and promoted by both of the companies, with independent management.
Startup Professionals Musings
MARCH 27, 2010
I realized the other day that creating a new company for the first time is a lot like whipping up a great pasta salad for the first time – you need a recipe, even though it may look simple. You know the basic ingredients, and you can visualize the results you want. Yet you may not be so sure where to start, and how to put it all together. There are two parts to every recipe – the specific ingredients, and the instruction steps for putting the ingredients together.
Tech Zulu Event
APRIL 1, 2010
CoachDeb takes some time out for TechZulu to Interview Brian Solis about his new book Engage. Deb asks Brian to give you all a few highlights, tips and why you should pick up Engage. Accountability and depth of meaning is how Brian approaches brand sustainability and engagement on the social web. Emphasizing the privilege and responsibility businesses have to connect and bring value to those who've established themselves in the online social space through channels like Blogs, Twitter, and Face
Daradiction
MARCH 27, 2010
Kurt Daradics speaking at Ignite LA March 2010. Click here to view the embedded video.
socalTECH
MARCH 31, 2010
Costa Mesa-based MegaPath , a provider of IP, voice, and security services, has merged with broadband provider Covad Communications , the firm announced today. Financial details of the merger were not given, however, the companies said that the combined businesses will be owned by private equity firm Platinum Equity and MegaPath investors. According to the firms, pending fedreal and state regulatory approval, the merger will create one of the largest, managed service local exchange carriers (MSL
Startup Professionals Musings
APRIL 2, 2010
Entrepreneurs are always looking for “the next big thing,” when maybe in fact it’s a lot of little things that are only recognized after the fact as components of a big evolution or revolution. In my view, the Internet “connectivity anywhere” has already spawned several of these, but the global change has only begun. Emily Nagle Green, in her new book “ ANYWHERE ,” argues effectively that the future of the world and business is ubiquitous connectivity, the total interconnection of people, ideas,
Tech Zulu Event
MARCH 30, 2010
It's only 12 days until the 2nd annual Streamy Awards and you can bet TechZulu will be there covering the collaboration between the International Academy of Web Television (IAWTV), Los Angeles startup Tubefilter, NewTeeVee. The Streamys is a live-streamed, multi-camera annual awards show held in Los Angeles where web series' and their creators win gold statues, and more importantly, the applause and accolades of their peers.
Both Sides of the Table
MARCH 27, 2010
This is part of my ongoing series with Startup Advice. OK, hiring is a loooong topic and I couldn’t do it justice in single post. But I thought it might be useful to do a headline view of the key components and then come back and do the individual topics over time if people seem interested. I’ve been recruiting for 20 years so I’ve learned a few things along the way.
socalTECH
APRIL 1, 2010
Earlier this week, Los Angeles-based Burstly (www.burstly.com) announced that it had raised $1.8M in a venture round from GRP Partners and Rincon Ventures, for the firm's mobile ad management platform. Mark Suster lead GRP's investment in the firm, and Jim Andelman led Rincon's investment. We caught up with founder Evan Rifkin --who previously founded and sold TagWorld/Flux to MTVN in November of 2008--to learn more about the startup.
Startup Professionals Musings
MARCH 28, 2010
Effective communication is an absolute requirement for successfully starting a business, but it doesn’t come naturally to many entrepreneurs. Communication is considered a social skill, and inventors and engineers, for example, aren’t known to be social butterflies. Founders have to communicate their ideas and products to investors, business partners, and the rest of the team.
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