Startup Professionals Musings
JULY 14, 2023
Porter proposed his Five Forces framework for analyzing the competitive environment which I think makes even more sense today. That leads to switching costs, sunk costs, brand equity, and a host of other considerations, commonly called “barriers to entry.” Way back in 1979, Michael E. Utility of alternative solutions.
Startup Professionals Musings
OCTOBER 24, 2020
Porter proposed his Five Forces framework for analyzing the competitive environment which I think makes even more sense today. That leads to switching costs, sunk costs, brand equity, and a host of other considerations, commonly called “barriers to entry.” Way back in 1979, Michael E. Utility of alternative solutions.
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Both Sides of the Table
SEPTEMBER 28, 2014
Let’s set up a framework. There are many times when being overly capitalized before you’re ready is a negative. Plus, most early-stage M&A fails so this isn’t likely a good use of capital for a young company). Availability of Capital. But what IS the right amount of burn for a company?
Both Sides of the Table
MAY 24, 2018
controlling your psychology ) you no doubt have heard me say that raising capital is a sales & marketing process. Decision Dynamics Each firm makes decisions in different ways so understanding the firm’s decision framework matters. This is critical to build a cohesive venture capital firm.
TechCrunch LA
FEBRUARY 20, 2019
Capitalism is fundamentally about timing, since market competition is about finding opportunities before others. Between TechCrunch today and my former roles in venture capital, I’ve had the opportunity to practice timing a lot. It’s the only way forward in capitalism, and it’s worth every investment you can make.
Startup Professionals Musings
MAY 24, 2013
Porter proposed his Five Forces framework for analyzing the competitive environment which I think makes even more sense today. That leads to switching costs, sunk costs, brand equity, and a host of other considerations, commonly called “barriers to entry.” Way back in 1979, Michael E. Utility of alternative solutions. Marty Zwilling.
Tech Zulu Event
APRIL 1, 2014
The formation of SeedInvest was deeply rooted in Ryan’s background in venture capital and investment. With such notable pedigrees in the investment world, I had to wonder why Ryan and co-founder James didn’t “simply” raise money and create their own private equity/venture capital fund?
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