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Reflections on 2020: Brian Mac Mahon, Expert Dojo

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    We became the largest accelerator in Southern California with 80 investments in over 30 countries globally. We now invest in more companies, include better trainers and involve 3 times more investors in the demo days. it's hard to describe just how good our investment, growth, operations and outreach team is.

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8 Business Accountability Lapses And How To Recover

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As a business investor, I look for investments where I see founders really holding their people accountable for their actions. I often hear about how hard people are working, rather than milestones achieved or business growth. A lack of openness to outside guidance and coaching.

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How Great Entrepreneurs Spell Continuous Innovation

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Whether we are talking about startups or corporations, innovation requires a leader who can inspire others to step into the unknown. Creating intellectual property, including patents, is the key to long-term value and a sustainable competitive advantage. Training and coaching. Followers and linear thinkers need not apply.

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Interview: Venture Capitalists On Pitching

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We brought together Peter Cowen of Groundwork Equity , Mark Suster of GRP Partners , Rick Smith of Crosscut Ventures , and Richard Yen of Saban Ventures -- all of who will be on the judging panel for the Tech Coast Angel's Fast Pitch on February 24th, to give us a their hints and tips about pitching to venture capitalists.