Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 5, 2021

The founder explains that the product or service is so “buzz-worthy” that the merits will spread rapidly through word-of-mouth only, meaning people loving it and recommending it to their friends. It usually implies an opportunity to win big, like a lottery, or experience something sensational, like an incredible video or free product.

Marketing 139

Marketing Startup SEM Blogging 139

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 27, 2021

Yet I still hear stories of companies being well down the road on products and collateral with a given name, only to find out that everything has to be changed because of a domain name conflict or availability problem. Finalizing the web site validates your product plan and sales strategy. Websites do take time to get done right.

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Web Startup Sites Design 139

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 9, 2021

People cite sources like this Inc.com article “ 5 Reasons Why You Don't Need a Business Plan ,” or my own blog discussion on this subject, “ Situations Where A Business Plan Does Not Add Value.” For the more traditional investor, or for that chance meeting in a real elevator or meeting, you need a two-page brochure (two-sided page).

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Entrepreneur Tips Funding Startup 156

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 29, 2023

I suggest that the following key reasons from Glei for how the habit of frequency fosters both productivity and innovation in general, apply especially well to an entrepreneur starting a new business: Frequency makes starting easier. Frequency fosters productivity. A successful startup needs to be a daily task, with consistent focus.

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Startup Writing Blogging Ideas 109

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 6, 2016

They thought it was like MySpace and why did I need a MySpace page? In 2008 I started VC blogging. I had blogged when I was an entrepreneur. In 2015 I opened up my Facebook page to the public. Here’s the thing: If you never try new product and new networks you’ll never learn anything. I already have Facebook.”.

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socalTECH

JUNE 26, 2012

According to the firm, it now optimizes the site for any platform accessing the service, whether that's on a big monitor, iPad, or mobile browser; simplified navigation around the site; new ticker pages to help find content and top people for tickers users are interested in; and revamped its profile pages. READ MORE>>.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 15, 2023

Entrepreneurs have always believed that their product or service must show real value to customers, but today the smart ones are even able to make their marketing valuable. The days are gone when marketing was all “pushing product.” Make your content answer some unmet customer need or question without pushing a product.

Content 104

Content Customer Custom Marketing 104

InfoChachkie

DECEMBER 22, 2011

I began publishing my blog in 2008. I was hesitant to use my own name, as I did not want my blog to be perceived as a self-promotional vanity project. In addition, my role as Partner at Rincon Venture Partners provided me with a business reason to invest additional time and effort into my humble blog. I was not disappointed.

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Newsletter Blogging Santa Barbara Content 205

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 29, 2020

I suggest that the following key reasons from Glei for how the habit of frequency fosters both productivity and innovation in general, apply especially well to an entrepreneur starting a new business: Frequency makes starting easier. Frequency fosters productivity. A successful startup needs to be a daily task, with consistent focus.

Startup 173

Startup Writing Blogging Ideas 173

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 15, 2010

Blogging has come a long way in the past few years, from a social release for narcissists, to today’s required vehicle for promoting your business and gaining valuable online exposure, ultimately bringing in more customers. Here are some tips I’ve gleaned from experience: Make your blog your website. Anchor blog in your domain name.

Blogging 48

Blogging Search Engine Optimization Startup Writing 48

socalTECH

OCTOBER 19, 2011

Fullerton-based Hipgeo , the developers of iPhone apps for tracking and logging your travels, said today that it has launched a new version of its product which is specifically aimed at travelers.

eHarmony 154

eHarmony Yahoo San Diego Blogging 154

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 14, 2014

Sponsored by VISA Business If you have a unique product or service, and you are not selling it around the world on the Internet, now is the time to start. Here are the key steps for a personal home-based business website selling your consulting service or a few products (as an alternative to eBay): Go online to reserve a website domain name.

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Startup Commerce Sites Blogging 100

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 22, 2020

Entrepreneurs have always believed that their product or service must show real value to customers, but today the smart ones are even able to make their marketing valuable. The days are gone when marketing was all “pushing product.” Make your content answer some unmet customer need or question without pushing a product.

Customer 127

Customer Custom Marketing Content 127

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 14, 2013

Creating awareness for your brand and products is one of the lifebloods of technology startups yet in a world where so many companies are being created it becomes difficult to rise above the noise. Ever notice how some companies tend to be in the press all the time and your big new product launch struggled for inches? I am a VC.

Marketing 389

Marketing Press Blogging Startup 389

socalTECH

SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

Edmunds said the firm's site had "essentially looked the same" for many years, and CEO Jeremy Anwyl, in his blog, said the change was "a long time coming". Edmunds also said it is testing four different home pages to see which ones are most popular with users, in addition to releasing an iPhone app in coming weeks. READ MORE>>.

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Edmunds Santa Monica Research Blogging 184

InfoChachkie

JULY 25, 2012

While the web based version of Facebook has an abundance of display banners and advertisements littering every page, the mobile version has nothing of the sort. But even Facebook admitted in their SEC filings that this was a weak solution and that they don’t currently generate any meaningful revenue from the use of Facebook mobile products.

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Netflix Blogging Mobile Advertising 191

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 24, 2019

The founder explains that the product is so “buzz-worthy” that usage will spread rapidly through word-of-mouth only, meaning people loving it and recommending it to their friends. It usually implies an opportunity to win big, like a lottery, or experience something sensational, like an incredible video or free product.

Marketing 107

Marketing Invest SEM Startup 107

Eric Greenspan

MAY 7, 2013

Their stamp of approval can put the spotlight on any product or service and can open doors to new markets and opportunities. Their influence is strongest in the area of child education, products aimed at children or parents, parenting, and many other family oriented industries. Social Marketing mommy bloggers Mommy blogs'

IBM 154

IBM IBM Email Research 154

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 30, 2015

Image via Flickr by SideWages.com These days every new entrepreneur understands that an innovative product or service is necessary, but not sufficient, to start a business. Search engines and people love blogs these days. Join the conversation with Community Forums. Curation, the most efficient content. Win with engaging contests.

Blogging 105

Blogging eBook Content Web 105

Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 29, 2009

Our call recovered and we spent the rest of the time talking about the development of their management team and their product. In another post I’ll talk about how PR has changed dramatically in the past 10 years or you can just read Brian Solis’s blog or buy his book on the subject. PR is subtle. Leave them wanting more.

Venture Capital 291

Venture Capital Press News Startup 291

socalTECH

OCTOBER 23, 2008

Shopit develops software which can be embedded in social networking profiles, blog pages, and on other web pages for selling products. ShopIt said that the round is the first tranche of a $7M capital raise planned for the firm.

Social Network 113

Social Network Blogging Los Angeles Advertising 113

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

He provides 101 two-page lessons divided into eight learning categories that I like as follows: Learn the ground rules for traditional media. Social media includes blogs, social networks, and video-sharing sites. It could be a product quality problem, or a major customer complaint on Twitter. Handling different media formats.

Media 118

Media Tips Social Media Startup 118

Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 24, 2011

I invested in LA-based Gogii , one of the fastest growing, most exciting mobile social networking companies you’ve never heard of and maker of a product called textPlus. And if you are – what on earth are you reading such a boring blog as this?!? But the product is called textPlus, not textFree.

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Gogii Invest Blogging Startup 310

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Yet I still hear stories of companies being well down the road on products and collateral with a given name, only to find out that everything has to be changed because of a domain name conflict or availability problem. Finalizing the web site validates your product plan and sales strategy. Websites do take time to get done right.

Web 76

Web Startup Sites Design 76

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 8, 2013

These days every new entrepreneur understands that an innovative product or service is necessary, but not sufficient, to start a business. But most entrepreneurs don’t know where to start. ” by an expert and friend in this space, Arnie Kuenn , which offers guidance and examples on new and modern approaches for the rest of us: Build a blog.

Content 114

Content Marketing Startup eBook 114

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 27, 2011

By definition, you read blogs. If you care about accessing customers, reaching an audience, communicating your vision, influencing people in your industry, marketing your services or just plain engaging in a dialog with others in your industry a blog is a great way to achieve this. People often ask me why I started blogging.

Blogging 373

Blogging Startup Writing Venture Capital 373

Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 5, 2014

When I think about the people in our generation I most respect: Elon Musk, Larry Page, Richard Branson – they are optimists to a fault. It was really gratifying to read Larry Page’s interview in the FT this past week. When we ship product. But would you expect Apple to reveal its product details before launching?

Technical Review 417

Technical Review Startup Software Review Course 417

Eric Greenspan

MAY 25, 2010

We’ve recently launched a video series called T3:Today’s Tech Trends to further support our shows by adding a video component that can be shared directly from YouTube, our blog or embedded in the radio show website, blog or any other website/blog willing to carry the free content. The Make It Work Mini Cooper Fleet.

Social Media 220

Social Media Media Blogging Social Network 220

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 18, 2011

Here are the key steps for a personal home-based business website selling a few products (as an alternative to Ebay): Go online to reserve a website domain name. You probably want at least a home page, product page, order page, and contact page. Publish the site and now you are in business.

Commerce 99

Commerce Startup Sites Tool 99

InfoChachkie

JUNE 3, 2013

Upon graduation from Wharton, John and Kyle launched a startup based upon a simple, pedestrian product: a computer mouse shaped like the head of a golf driver. Putting their expensive educations to good use, they aptly named their novelty product a "MouseDriver". It was really no longer than a page um. blogging, in a sense.

Newsletter 233

Newsletter Startup Entrepreneur Writing 233

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 10, 2013

Here are the key steps for a personal home-based business website selling a few products (as an alternative to Ebay): Go online to reserve a website domain name. You probably want at least a home page, product page, order page, and contact page. Publish the site and now you are in business.

Sites 78

Sites Commerce Startup Tool 78

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 23, 2013

Probably every one of you who has a business and a website have been approached through email or personal contact, and asked to spend money on paid search results (appear on the first page of search results, right hand column, despite low SEO rank). This is NOT the same as Search Engine Optimization (SEO). Cost per click (CPC).

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Paid Search PPC Organization SEO 90

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 8, 2013

Most entrepreneurs I know are too busy creating a compelling product to give proper focus to the four phases of building a people and media platform that Hyatt says are equally critical for long-term success: Platform creation prior to launch. Building your home base with personal and product traction. Their startups will get noticed.

Platform 105

Platform Entrepreneur Startup Social Media 105

Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 20, 2017

They are tasked with “getting deals done” so they race around talking to tons of potential partners inking anything from channel sale deals , product integration, international distribution agreements, co-marketing arrangements, M&A discussions, etc. Here’s how it goes: You have a business development group with two people.

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Activity Conference Press Case Study 164

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 30, 2018

Entrepreneurs have always believed that their product or service must show real value to customers, but today the smart ones are even able to make their marketing valuable. The days are gone when marketing was all “pushing product.” Make your content answer some unmet customer need or question without pushing a product.

Content 92

Content Marketing Advertising Customer 92

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 8, 2014

It’s especially important to highlight your uniqueness in some easy to remember way, so people will think of you and what you do, in case they need your product or service. Every product or service has specific attributes that are important to key customers, like integrity and trust, or customer focus.

Startup 98

Startup Tips Customer Custom 98

SoCal CTO

NOVEMBER 11, 2009

And I'm looking forward to more interaction now that she's blogging. landing pages, etc. BLOG: [link] LINKEDIN: [link] TWITTER: [link] What's a phone booth? Maybe you can blog about that? Just posted a blog about that: [link] I've been struggling a little with making the numbers work out for some social media activity.

Marketing 150

Marketing Social Media Blogging Media 150