Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 7, 2019

I found some good guidance on this subject in a new book, “ The Leader You Want To Be ,” by Amy Jen Su, a managing partner in an executive coaching and leadership development firm. Here are five concrete tips on doing it right, which I am paraphrasing from the author: Do your homework first, and ask for help on specifics.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 2, 2017

The most productive and respected business people know their limits and assertively protect them. Time spent building and maintaining key work relationships can dramatically improve your productivity, reduce stress, and raise your melting point. The stakes are higher than ever in this competitive and rapidly changing world.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 4, 2019

They skimp on the design of their website, procrastinate on the rollout to make sure the product is perfect, and get so excited about technology features that they forget about creating value for customers. I like the guidance from marketing coach David Newman’s classic book “ Do It! Don’t waste your time following up.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 14, 2014

Sponsored by VISA Business Running a small business as an entrepreneur is a never-ending challenge of new products, customers, competitors, and an unpredictable economy. A good entrepreneur feels the incentive to offer a new service/product that no one else has offered before. Beat the competition. The cycle never stops.

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Jason Nazar

APRIL 2, 2016

Balance “Coaching and Cheerleading” vs. “Doing and Directing” (via Bob Walters ). At least 20% of their time goes towards recruiting top talent (tip: some say 50% via Vinod Khosla ). Create an ingrained culture, not one of platitudes (tip: read “ The Four Obsessions of Extraordinary Executives ). Product / Customer Evangelist.

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Tech Coast Venture Network

AUGUST 11, 2015

While Google still gets stellar reviews for pay, perks and advancement, there are also some employees who note growing pains that you’d expect from such a huge company, including the stress associated with a competitive environment. Takeaway: Even the best culture needs to revisit itself to meet a growing company’s team.

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Tech Coast Venture Network

AUGUST 11, 2015

While Google still gets stellar reviews for pay, perks and advancement, there are also some employees who note growing pains that you’d expect from such a huge company, including the stress associated with a competitive environment. Takeaway: Even the best culture needs to revisit itself to meet a growing company’s team.

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TechCrunch LA

AUGUST 11, 2021

Linktree leads the space, securing a recent $45 million Series B raise to build out e-commerce features, but Beacons boasts competitive creator monetization tools with just a $6 million seed round in May. Now, Snipfeed enters the ring with its own $5.5 ’ ” Image Credits: Snipfeed. With its $5.5

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

As a mentor to young aspiring entrepreneurs , I often get asked for tips on a strategy to get started. Check out local sources for coaching and assistance. Don’t be shy about networking for advisors with business experience for coaching and mentoring. The ability to pivot quickly is a key to success.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 14, 2012

They leave the scene just as the prospective customer begins shopping around for a solution by looking at the competition. " When the product is simple, and there is no competition, buyers can make a quick decision. Provide coaching early in the sales process; avoid last minute interventions.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 23, 2011

They leave the scene just as the prospective customer begins shopping around for a solution by looking at the competition. " When the product is simple, and there is no competition, buyers can make a quick decision. Provide coaching early in the sales process; avoid last minute interventions.

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socalTECH

FEBRUARY 9, 2009

For this morning's interview, we thought we'd try something different, and put together a virtual panel of venture capitalists to give us a few tips on pitching your company. Richard Yen: The first thing I look for, is something unique in the product or service--not a me-too. Hi guys, thanks for getting together.

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