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Should Startups Focus on Profitability or Not?

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I find it amusing when a journalist writes an article about a prominent startup (either privately held or preparing for an IPO) and decries that, “They’re not even profitable!” If you have a market lead then raising capital and making investments now will help you as others enter the market. ” The Details.

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Why Acceptance of Failure is Critical to Startup Success

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So I wondered out loud with the president if the government wanted to encourage more entrepreneurship — was there a way to help promote more of a culture accepting of failure? After all, if people feel more of a safety net for trying and not succeeding more people are bound to try in the first place and more innovation is almost inevitable.

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What’s the Real Deal with AngelList?

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This is a blog post I really didn’t want to write. I didn’t want to write it because I have mixed feelings about AngelList. I didn’t want to write it because the bloggosphere doesn’t always do nuance well. So why I am writing it then? A few reasons. You should read this post. My view for VCs.

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Don’t Cede Control: Why You Need to Cut out Middle Men in Negotiations

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They’re essential in helping us get our jobs done because they specialize in something we do not. We had the final terms of our agreement fairly well boxed in within a range of about 5-7% on price and within 30 days on move-in date. I obviously preferred the lowest price and I wanted the latest move-in date. Middle Men.

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8 Ways To Ensure That Your Website Is Winning For You

Startup Professionals Musings

By far the most effective technique for improving your writing is simply carrying out user readability tests on every piece of content, and really listening to feedback. Test your pricing and packaging options, and tune them regularly. Use Net Promoter Score (NPS) to help you turn visitors into raving fans.

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6 Keys to Becoming an Influencer for More Business

Startup Professionals Musings

Highlight your interest in helping and giving back. Going out of your way to help a customer or help a good cause pays big dividends these days. You can also establish authority by writing and public speaking. Scarcity is one of the best justifications for higher prices.

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‘Do-It-Yourself’ Startups Have Never Been Easier

Startup Professionals Musings

Now the price is closer to $100 if you are willing to do the work yourself. Obviously, commercial e-commerce sites handling thousands of products and back-office functions are more expensive, and usually require professional help to do the custom programming and special site navigation features.

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