Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 12, 2014

It’s building a product that is substantially differentiated, and, as Bill Gross, one of the most prolific tech entrepreneurs of our era says, “ It needs to be 10x better than the competition ” (because if you shoot for that then in competitive markets you might achieve 3x. Simply write a great book?

Marketing 379

Marketing Startup SEM SEO 379

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 17, 2019

Most investors admit that they invest primarily in people, not ideas, and they inherently believe that they can sense this leadership ability needed to get the rapid growth and 10x return we all strive for. Great entrepreneurs are not just idea people and then managers, they are extraordinary leaders. Marty Zwilling.

Coach 96

Coach Framework Entrepreneur Tool 96

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 29, 2016

I just finished a new book, “ The Three-Box Solution: A Strategy for Leading Innovation ,” by Vijay Govindarajan, one of the world’s leading experts on strategy and innovation. Sponsor experiments and measure like new investments. Invest more energy in the “horse you can control.”

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Framework Competition Ideas IBM 59

Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 4, 2010

One of the most influential books of my career is The Innovator’s Dilemma by Clay Christensen. Many people bandy about the definitions of “disruptive technology&# or “the innovator’s dilemma&# without ever having read the book and almost universally misunderstand the concepts. I haven’t read it.

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Startup Framework Marketing Customer 376

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 3, 2019

The first thing that entrepreneurs need to realize is that the process and framework for making social media marketing work are different from traditional marketing, and trial and error certainly doesn’t work. Ric Dragon, an expert in online marketing, in his classic book. Measuring is all about return-on-investment (ROI).

Social Media 96

Social Media Media Marketing Metrics 96

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 3, 2015

Most investors admit that they invest primarily in people, not ideas, and they inherently believe that they can sense this leadership ability needed to get the rapid growth and 10x return we all strive for. Great entrepreneurs are not just idea people and then managers, they are extraordinary leaders. Marty Zwilling.

Product 103

Product Coach Framework Entrepreneur 103

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 29, 2017

Most business leaders today realize that smart management of scarce resources is the key to competitive success. Many venture firms go even further, by insisting on investing their own key players in an interesting startup, before they commit any funds. Time investment standards fall directly on the CEO.

Product 58

Product Startup Guide Framework 58

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 30, 2017

Most investors admit that they invest primarily in people, not ideas, and they inherently believe that they can sense this leadership ability needed to get the rapid growth and 10x return we all strive for. Great entrepreneurs are not just idea people and then managers, they are extraordinary leaders. Marty Zwilling.

Coach 64

Coach Framework Entrepreneur Tool 64

socalTECH

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

We caught up with Asher Hunt , CEO of the company, to learn more about how the startup wants to make finding a room while traveling more like Uber and less like traditional hotel booking. Asher Hunt: Overnight is a mobile app for travelers to book same day, last minute stays, with local hosts. Can you explain how your service works?

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 28, 2014

Let’s set up a framework. it is also the title of a fabulous book from Internet 1.0 otherwise I prefer to invest less and risk less). A Framework to Guide You: So putting it all together, you should always be mindful of your personal circumstances and market conditions. Here’s overall what you need to know.

Startup 383

Startup Company Companies .Net 383

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 23, 2013

Most investors admit that they invest primarily in people, not ideas, and they inherently believe that they can sense this leadership ability needed to get the rapid growth and 10x return we all strive for. Great entrepreneurs are not just idea people and then managers, they are extraordinary leaders. Marty Zwilling.

Entrepreneur 101

Entrepreneur Coach Framework Tool 101

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 1, 2017

The first thing that entrepreneurs need to realize is that the process and framework for making social media marketing work are different from traditional marketing, and trial and error certainly doesn’t work. Ric Dragon, an expert in online marketing, in his classic book. Measuring is all about return-on-investment (ROI).

Social Media 62

Social Media Media Metrics SEO 62

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 8, 2013

Laurence Capron and Will Mitchell explain why in their book, “ Build, Borrow, or Buy: Solving the Growth Dilemma.” I like their recommended framework for emerging firms, as well as large multinationals, to help build an optimal growth strategy for your company: Evaluate internal development versus external sourcing.

Acquisition 88

Acquisition CTO Hire Startup Outsource Development 88

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

In his book, “ Out-Executing the Competition ,” seasoned executive Irv Rothman provides tips to corporate executives on how to dig in and “get their fingernails dirty.” Instead, set long-term business objectives and develop a framework for the trajectory your team needs to get there. Balance the long-term with the short.

Startup 103

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2012

Laurence Capron and Will Mitchell explain why in their new book, “ Build, Borrow, or Buy: Solving the Growth Dilemma.” They outline the following framework for emerging firms, as well as large multinationals, to help build an optimal growth strategy for your company: Evaluate internal development versus external sourcing.

CTO Hire 91

CTO Hire Startup Outsource Development Resource 91

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 5, 2012

In his new book, “ Out-Executing the Competition ,” seasoned executive Irv Rothman provides tips to corporate executives on how to dig in and “get their fingernails dirty.” Instead, set long-term business objectives and develop a framework for the trajectory your team needs to get there. Balance the long-term with the short.

Entrepreneur 94

Entrepreneur Startup Template Mentor 94

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 27, 2012

The first thing that entrepreneurs need to realize is that the process and framework for making social media marketing work are different from traditional marketing, and trial and error certainly doesn’t work. Measuring is all about return-on-investment (ROI). Pick the ones that fit your desired outcome. Marty Zwilling.

Social Media 91

Social Media Media Metrics SEO 91

SoCal CTO

JULY 23, 2012

How do we need to structure the systems to get ahead and stay ahead of the competition? What existing systems will we leverage, what programming languages, software development methodologies, web application frameworks, revision control systems, etc.? What are the biggest areas of technical risk? How can we address this risk?

CTO Coach 231

CTO Coach CTO Hire Outsource Development Develop 231

SoCal Delicious

JANUARY 9, 2014

Simon Sinek’s Golden Circle framework “People don’t buy what you do, they buy why you do it” Simon Sinek If your customers believe in your mission, then they’ll warm to you and listen to what you offer and how. Get some customers and investment will come a lot easier. This is where the Golden Circle comes in.

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