Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 26, 2020

Let me assure you that a business plan and product plan are two different things (I have personally written several of both). Be sure to include this in your “elevator pitch,” which you must always deliver as a prelude to your technology features. You need both to survive. Use non-fuzzy terms to quantify customer value.

Product 169

Product Summary Startup Examples 169

Tech Zulu Event

AUGUST 13, 2010

Software Labs: Petri Dishes for Tech Innovation. Scratching Your Personal Projects Itch. Entrepreneurism / Monetization Customers, research, startups. . The gifted product person has emerged as the true rockstar of the internet world over the last few y. The Personal MBA: Mastering Productivity, Happiness, and Wealth.

Guide 69

Guide Startup Venture Capital Entrepreneur 69

SoCal CTO

DECEMBER 1, 2010

Five Reasons You Haven’t Launched - Software By Rob , November 10, 2010 Photo by stevendepolo. The 11 Harsh Realities Of Being An Entrepreneur - OnStartups , November 1, 2010 There's always talk about the end game in the form of an acquisition, funding announcement, or eventual flame out. This post is an accusation. call to arms.

Technical Review 175

Technical Review Startup Product Technology 175

Frank Addante

SEPTEMBER 20, 2006

StrongMail Systems (Digital Messsaging Infrastructure Software) Status: VC-backed (Sequoia Capital, Globespan and Evercore) Lesson: Trust your gut. Wireless & Voice Application Software) Exit: technology acquired Lesson: Timing is critical. Internet Advertising ASP) Exit: $112M IPO and acquisition Lesson: Think big.

Startup 40

Startup Blogging Venture Capital Outsource Development 40