Startup Professionals Musings
JUNE 29, 2022
One of the things I’ve learned over my years as a business mentor and investor is that life isn’t fair when it comes to succeeding in business. Here are the key elements of the strengths framework they have developed, with my own insights and experience added for your consideration: Money: the capital you have, or can easily raise.
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? They were a way to gather cheap capital.
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Startup Professionals Musings
JULY 6, 2022
In my experience as a mentor to entrepreneurs, I find that self-doubt and lack of confidence are the primary constraints people have to overcome to move ahead. He writes from first-hand experience, and is now a recognized business leader, motivational speaker, and mentor to many entrepreneurs. You avoid making plans too far in advance.
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 17, 2022
During my many years of mentoring professionals and entrepreneurs in business, I more often see people focusing on how to get their ideas heard , than how to promote themselves. Take full advantage of every mentoring and coaching opportunity, and network with peers both inside and outside the company.
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 10, 2022
Thus, in my mentoring of potential technical entrepreneurs who have a real passion for their technology, I often recommend that they find a co-founder who can manage the marketing and execution elements of the new venture. I’m a believer in capitalizing on your strengths, and using partners or co-founders to shore up weaknesses.
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 31, 2022
In my role as a business mentor and advisor, I now always look for a culture and recommend team roles that nurture collaboration rather than contention, communities rather than silos , and transparent communication at all levels. Capitalize on diversity to anticipate and meet change.
Startup Professionals Musings
JUNE 22, 2022
Most people I know in business begin by capitalizing on technical strength or passion for change , such as engineering, or focus on saving the environment. I urge you to force yourself to be a regular new learner, by tackling new problems, listening to expert mentors, and finding time for leadership books.
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