Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

Even though everyone has an opinion on good early stage practices, I was impressed with the actionable blueprint in the classic book by Scott Duffy, “ Launch! The Critical 90 Days From Idea To Market ,” on the first steps that determine long-term success. Your idea will attract the funding you need. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

I was happy to see some practical guidance on this issue in a new book, “ Thriving on Overload ,” by Ross Dawson. Before you start collecting new data, spend some time defining the frameworks and connections you need. I suggest visual frameworks you can create today. Framing: look for patterns and context to simplify.

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Framework Artificial Inteligence Social Media Media 119

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 28, 2023

Charlene Li, in her classic book “ Open Leadership ,” shows leaders how to tap into the power of the social technology revolution and use social media to be “open” while still maintaining control. The goal here is to grow the sources of new ideas and gather fresh thinking to create a new product or service.

Social Media 112

Social Media Media Software Review Social Network 112

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 11, 2022

Great entrepreneurs are not just idea people and then managers, they are extraordinary leaders. 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.

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Coach Framework Entrepreneur Tool 114

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 24, 2019

Chris Brogan, in his classic book, “ The Freaks Shall Inherit the Earth ,” offers some great steps of encouragement for them on how to come out of the closet, some of which I will paraphrase here: Declare your freakiness (even if only to yourself). Establish a daily framework for action. Know your strengths, and learn some new skills.

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Framework Startup Entrepreneur Ideas 126

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 8, 2022

I saw some good insights on the most common mistakes that crush creativity, in the classic book, “ Lateral Thinking Skills ,” by Paul Sloane. Here is my summary of the ten top creativity mistakes we both still see too often: Criticize any new idea or employee suggestion. You must praise creative thinking, and evaluate results later.

Ideas 111

Ideas Framework Summary Organization 111

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 30, 2019

Even though everyone has an opinion on good early stage practices, I was impressed with the actionable blueprint in the classic book by Scott Duffy, “ Launch! The Critical 90 Days From Idea To Market ,” on the first steps that determine long-term success. Your idea will attract the funding you need. Marty Zwilling.

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Startup Ideas Framework Entrepreneur 127

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 4, 2020

But we all know that these are not solutions by themselves, but require integration into an innovative framework to solve real customer problems. Take a deeper dive into your idea before you declare. High-level ideas rarely make good business solutions. Build a prototype and experiment with real customers.

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Startup Artificial Inteligence Ideas Entrepreneur 134

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 18, 2019

Most aspiring entrepreneurs are convinced that the strength of their initial idea somehow defines them as a leader, as well as the success potential of their derivative business. It takes leadership ability, as well as a good idea, to make a successful entrepreneur, and great leaders evolve from key leadership decisions along the way.

Entrepreneur 122

Entrepreneur Ideas Framework Tips 122

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 20, 2022

Yet I believe the role and requirements continue to evolve, as detailed in the book, “ Innovation by Design ,” by Thomas Lockwood and Edgar Papke, based on their studies. Using design thinking as a framework not only increases your ability to listen, but also develops your inquiry and conflict resolution skills.

Design 106

Design Coach Ideas Organization 106

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 24, 2022

Jamie Gerdsen, in his classic book of lessons on business change, creatively titled “ Squirrels, Boats, and Thoroughbreds ,” aims first at existing businesses, but I believe that most of his points, like his laws of the jungle, can be rewritten for startups, as follows: If you want to eat. If you want to mate.

Startup 112

Startup News Framework Outsource 112

Berkonomics

DECEMBER 15, 2016

Authors Jeanne Liedtka and Tim Oglivie have created a framework for creation of a new product or service – one worth spending at least a cycle of time for review. From their book, “Designing for Growth,” they iterate a four question matrix, each with steps for creation through launch. We’ll use this loosely to frame our process.

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Design Framework Ideas Customer 120

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 17, 2021

For insight, I recommend the details provided in the classic book “ The 5 Choices: The Path to Extraordinary Productivity, ” by Kory Kogon, Adam Merrill, and Leena Rinne. That means identifying the few most important roles you play in the startup right now, giving a framework for balance, motivation, and fulfillment.

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Framework Product Entrepreneur Social Media 153

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 4, 2019

In fact, some very innovative individuals, known as ‘idea people’ or inventors, often end up creating the most dysfunctional teams. Chris Grivas and Gerard Puccio published a classic book, “ The Innovative Team ,” which seems to hit the issue directly, with stories to illustrate key points. Generate ideas.

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Ideas Framework Satisfaction Entrepreneur 97

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 6, 2021

I see entrepreneurs every day who are trying to change the world with a new idea, and startups that are trying to survive their hyper-growth phase by changing processes to meet demand. Phil Buckley, in his book “ Change With Confidence ,” provides practical answers to fifty of the biggest questions that keep change leaders up at night.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 22, 2021

Laurence Capron and Will Mitchell explain why in their classic 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.

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Organization CTO Hire Startup Outsource Development 132

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 21, 2023

As detailed in the classic book, “ Smart Decisions ,” by Dr. Thomas N. Certainly you must actively listen to the opinions, suggestions, and ideas of others, but the decision has to be yours, even in the face of second guessing from those with negative consequences. Don’t try to satisfy everyone with every decision.

Framework 86

Framework Entrepreneur Startup Examples 86

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 17, 2019

Great entrepreneurs are not just idea people and then managers, they are extraordinary leaders. 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.

Coach 96

Coach Framework Entrepreneur Tool 96

Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 17, 2016

It is a hugely compelling show because Zakaria covers world issues that will affect all of us in ways that are accessible and with frameworks for processing disparate information. He brings knowledgable experts from varying points of view but never books anybody that engages in yelling matches.

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Coach Technical Review Framework Google 150

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 9, 2020

As detailed in the classic book, “ Smart Decisions ,” by Dr. Thomas N. Certainly you must actively listen to the opinions, suggestions, and ideas of others, but the decision has to be yours, even in the face of second guessing from those with negative consequences. Don’t try to satisfy everyone with every decision.

Framework 152

Framework Entrepreneur Startup Examples 152

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 7, 2016

In fact, some very innovative individuals, known as ‘idea people’ or inventors, often end up creating the most dysfunctional teams. Chris Grivas and Gerard Puccio published a classic book, “ The Innovative Team ,” which seems to hit the issue directly, with stories to illustrate key points. Generate ideas.

Ideas 97

Ideas Framework Entrepreneur Satisfaction 97

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

I saw some good insights on the most common mistakes that crush creativity, in the classic book, “ Lateral Thinking Skills ,” by Paul Sloane. Here is my summary of the ten top creativity mistakes we both still see too often: Criticize any new idea or employee suggestion. You must praise creative thinking, and evaluate results later.

Ideas 94

Ideas Framework Summary Organization 94

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 20, 2015

Chris Brogan, in his recent book, “ The Freaks Shall Inherit the Earth ,” offers some great steps of encouragement for them on how come out of the closet, some of which I will paraphrase here: Declare your freakiness (even if only to yourself). Establish a daily framework for action. Know your strengths, and learn some new skills.

Entrepreneur 108

Entrepreneur Framework Startup Ideas 108

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 22, 2018

Charlene Li, in her classic book “ Open Leadership ,” shows leaders how to tap into the power of the social technology revolution and use social media to be “open” while still maintaining control. The goal here is to grow the sources of new ideas and gather fresh thinking to create a new product or service.

Software Review 92

Software Review Social Media Social Network Technical Review 92

Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 12, 2014

We short-handed this marketing mix as “ the four P’s ” – product, price, promotion and place (distribution) – this was devised in 1960 and while a little bit dated is still a useful framework. It’s why super smart people shouldn’t hate on the idea of simplifying if it provides a tool for the masses.

Marketing 379

Marketing Startup SEM SEO 379

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

Yet I believe the role and requirements continue to evolve, as detailed in the classic book, “ Innovation by Design ,” by Thomas Lockwood and Edgar Papke, based on their studies. Using design thinking as a framework not only increases your ability to listen, but also develops your inquiry and conflict resolution skills.

Design 97

Design Coach Ideas Organization 97

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 5, 2015

Even though everyone has an opinion on good early stage practices, I was impressed with the actionable blueprint in a recent book by Scott Duffy, “ Launch! The Critical 90 Days From Idea To Market ,” focusing on the first few steps that determine long-term success. Your idea will attract the funding you need. Marty Zwilling.

Startup 109

Startup Ideas Framework Entrepreneur 109

Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 17, 2011

Visualization is so important to help yourself & others conceptualize ideas. You need to find what works for you to put yourself in that environment and learn how to do “self talk,&# learn how to create visual charts, learn how to test & iterate ideas and the learn how to effectively communicate results.

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Writing Startup Ideas Summary 356

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. The best leaders selectively forget the past, and are constantly on the lookout for the future’s raw material of new ideas. Both are always recommended.

Framework 59

Framework Competition Ideas IBM 59

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 17, 2014

Chris Brogan, in his new book, “ The Freaks Shall Inherit the Earth ,” offers some great steps of encouragement for them on how come out of the closet, some of which I will paraphrase here: Declare your freakiness (even if only to yourself). Establish a daily framework for action. Know your strengths, and learn some new skills.

Entrepreneur 109

Entrepreneur Framework Startup Ideas 109

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 30, 2017

Chris Brogan, in his classic book, “ The Freaks Shall Inherit the Earth ,” offers some great steps of encouragement for them on how come out of the closet, some of which I will paraphrase here: Declare your freakiness (even if only to yourself). Establish a daily framework for action. Know your strengths, and learn some new skills.

Develop 57

Develop Development Framework Startup 57

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 24, 2019

Jamie Gerdsen, in his classic book of lessons on business change, creatively titled “ Squirrels, Boats, and Thoroughbreds ,” aims first at existing businesses, but I believe that most of his points, like his laws of the jungle, can be rewritten for startups, as follows: If you want to eat. If you want to mate.

Startup 94

Startup News Framework Outsource 94

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 7, 2018

Even though everyone has an opinion on good early stage practices, I was impressed with the actionable blueprint in the classic book by Scott Duffy, “ Launch! The Critical 90 Days From Idea To Market ,” on the first steps that determine long-term success. Your idea will attract the funding you need. Marty Zwilling.

Startup 63

Startup Ideas Framework Entrepreneur 63

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 5, 2015

Most aspiring entrepreneurs are convinced that the strength of their initial idea somehow defines them as a leader, as well as the success potential of their derivative business. It takes leadership ability, as well as a good idea, to make a successful entrepreneur, and great leaders evolve from key leadership decisions along the way.

Entrepreneur 103

Entrepreneur Ideas Framework Tips 103

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 7, 2014

Even though everyone has an opinion on good early stage practices, I was impressed with the actionable blueprint in a new book by Scott Duffy, “ Launch! The Critical 90 Days From Idea To Market ,” focusing on the first few steps that determine long-term success. Your idea will attract the funding you need. Marty Zwilling.

Entrepreneur 106

Entrepreneur Startup Ideas Framework 106

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 28, 2018

Most aspiring entrepreneurs are convinced that the strength of their initial idea somehow defines them as a leader, as well as the success potential of their derivative business. It takes leadership ability, as well as a good idea, to make a successful entrepreneur, and great leaders evolve from key leadership decisions along the way.

Ideas 66

Ideas Entrepreneur Framework Tips 66

TechCrunch LA

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Former employees describe Friday catered lunches where costs could run over $100 per person, and Royan was known internally for a “book ordering problem” — a former employee said that “unbelievable amounts of books” would be delivered each week to the office by Amazon to maintain the firm’s extensive library. What a boring mess.

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Venture Capital Startup Technical Review Invest 202