Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 5, 2010

It serves a similar role as Digsby (which I love using) albeit from a social media metaphor rather than an IM metaphor. ThereNow has build a platform (physical camera + software platform) to help remote coaches help improve teachers. Tags: Tech Market Analysis VC Industry. The second event was in Boulder.

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Angel Technical Review Software Review Platform 254

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 4, 2019

Marketing is everything these days. Yet I see many technology entrepreneurs that focus on the basics of marketing too little and too late. I like the guidance from marketing coach David Newman’s classic book “ Do It! Don’t fall into the marketing-speak trap. Don’t dumb it down for social media.

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SoCal Tech Calendar

FEBRUARY 9, 2012

We'll discuss trends and tips in online dating (what should your profile pic be, what description, social media for dating), how sites like eHarmony and dating authors use social media to promote, how romantic comedies market and tie into V-day, and more. See [link] (more)

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eHarmony Social Media Tips Coach 100

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 9, 2016

These days, building a new business is all about visibility and marketing, no matter how great or innovative a solution you bring to the table. In fact, having one marketing guru on the team alone won’t get you very far. The most senior leaders then become coaches and mentors, rather than the source of all decisions.

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Marketing Coach Mentor Social Media 89

InfoChachkie

AUGUST 8, 2012

The following guest post is from Laurie Barkman, Marketing Lead at The Resumator , a SaaS applicant tracking system and hiring platform trusted by many of the fastest-growing companies in the world, including: Pinterest, Tumblr, Hootsuite, Klout, Posterous, Bitly, Atari and Mashable. The conference ends with the Champion Awards Dinner.

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Entrepreneur RSS Conference Training 191

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 12, 2017

Marketing is everything these days. Yet I see many technology entrepreneurs that focus on the basics of marketing too little and too late. I like the guidance from marketing coach David Newman’s classic book “ Do It! Don’t fall into the marketing-speak trap. Don’t dumb it down for social media.

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Tips Marketing Technical Review Startup 75

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 9, 2023

Many business leaders I meet in my consulting practice are frustrated by the challenge of getting their teams working together, increasing engagement, and tackling market change requirements. Facilitate coaching and mentoring, inside and outside. These also improve ingenuity and make the teamwork more rewarding for all members.

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Both Sides of the Table

MAY 4, 2013

Should I trust my instincts for founders and products or should I be more focused on the market size or business plan? But I think there is a down side that I see in startups that raise artificially at prices above what a normal market might value. We are judging how well you are coached on stage. What price? Good vocal variety?

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Venture Capital Startup Pricing Invest 347

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 17, 2022

Take full advantage of every mentoring and coaching opportunity, and network with peers both inside and outside the company. Make rational and positive contributions on social media. Use social media to show a positive presence, communicate with people in similar positions, and build relationships with people who can help you.

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Tips Social Media Mentor Technical Review 121

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

As the rate of change continues to increase in business and technology, the more I’m convinced that marketing is the primary key to success for a new venture. Yet I find that many technical founders don’t feel they need it at all, or at best point to one person on the team who is marketing.

Marketing 71

Marketing Tips Technical Review Social Media 71

Both Sides of the Table

MAY 4, 2013

Should I trust my instincts for founders and products or should I be more focused on the market size or business plan? We are judging how well you are coached on stage. What price? With which other investors? Should I focus on geographies or industries? One of the major calibration pieces for me was where to find deal flow.

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Startup Venture Capital Pricing Technical Review 361

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 8, 2022

These authors reference real cases and real business leaders, based on their decades of experience in building companies and executive coaching. I offer here their summary of purposes and inspirations that have motivated existing business leaders, with insights from my own mentoring and coaching experience.

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Technical Review Coach Mentor Customer 143

socalTECH

MAY 30, 2019

What we saw with CareerArc, was there was already a tremendous amount of investment in the middle of the market, with all of these different services and products that went into taking care of an employee when they were hired until they were let go. I love watching people develop their careers, and I love breaking into markets.

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Content Social Network Coach Help 193

Tech Zulu Event

AUGUST 25, 2012

Over the weekend the 12 teams worked on business model creation, coding, designing, and more important, market validation. On Saturday teams were coached a mentored by a number of successful entrepreneurs. 1 st Place: Flutterly –A social media platform that uses audio to connect with people led by Denise Walker.

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San Diego Startup Services Google 96

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 23, 2022

In addition, today’s customers judge a company by perceived people relationships through social media, phone conversations, and sales experiences. Today’s pace of change in the market and in technology is unprecedented. Priority is placed on employee mentoring and coaching.

Coach 128

Coach Mentor Organization Startup 128

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 14, 2023

Yet if you already have some early adopters, that's a good indication that real marketing and education will likely bring your product or service mass acceptance. Acquiring business skills is not rocket science; they can be learned on the job, as well as supplemented by coaching from an experienced team and advisors.

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Startup Entrepreneur Statistics Course 135

Tech Zulu Event

JUNE 11, 2012

Ana Liza Bella, NBC Universal / STYLE , VP, Marketing Solutions. Chris Mortimer, Interscope Records UMG , Director, CRM & Social. Gretchen Fox, Live Nation , VP of Marketing, Social Media. Lindsay Gabler, The GRAMMYs , Social Media Specialist. Ian Rogers, TopSpin , CEO & Founder.

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Rustic Canyon CTO Coach Santa Monica Press 85

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 18, 2015

Businesses stopped hiring for lifetime commitments some time ago, as markets change so rapidly and companies need to tune their workforce for changing economic conditions. Simply defining yourself as a specialist or professional minimizes the stigma of a consultant role (think marketing specialist or staffing professional).

Services 100

Services Startup Software Review Social Media 100

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 4, 2023

These days, building a new business is all about visibility and marketing, no matter how great or innovative a solution you bring to the table. In fact, having one marketing guru on the team alone won’t get you very far. The most senior leaders then become coaches and mentors, rather than the source of all decisions.

Startup 95

Startup Coach Mentor Social Media 95

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Check out local sources for coaching and assistance. Don’t be shy about networking for advisors with business experience for coaching and mentoring. Make sure you can get consistent names on Twitter, Facebook, and other key social media sites. The ability to pivot quickly is a key to success.

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Startup Tips Coach Satisfaction 114

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 2, 2020

His challenge is to focus on one market, with a specific design, cost, and price. Bill was initially the idea person and technologist, while Steve had the business and marketing experience from Proctor & Gamble to close the business equation. For example, I have a friend with a Ph.D. Yes, there are a lot of bridges to cross.

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Ideas Writing Examples Outsource 126

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 18, 2020

Yet if you already have some early adopters, that's a good indication that real marketing and education will likely bring your product or service mass acceptance. Acquiring business skills is not rocket science; they can be learned on the job, as well as supplemented by coaching from an experienced team and advisors.

Entrepreneur 121

Entrepreneur Startup Statistics Course 121

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 18, 2023

With the advent of social media, and instant communication via the Internet, that definition has been expanded to include all aspects of the customer experience , from finding you and what they need, to the ease of completing the transaction, as well as all follow-on support. Even the best marketing doesn’t do it.

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Competition Services Customer Custom 109

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 6, 2020

We all come from the era where our society and education prepared us for the labor market, meaning working for someone else as an information professional, factory worker, or retail associate. Utilize business content curators and coaches. It takes more than passion and a course on business basics. Business financial aid alternatives.

Entrepreneur 137

Entrepreneur Tips Startup Education 137

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Today, with the Internet and social media, if you aren’t visible in a positive way to everyone, including customers, your leadership efforts will be lost. You need to be visible in marketing efforts, viral videos, and interactions with key customer segments. Be self-starting and tenacious on key challenges.

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Mentor IBM IBM Social Media 145

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 16, 2022

In my experience, a healthy team is a prerequisite for a thriving business, innovation to meet market needs, and high customer loyalty. The recent pandemic and remote team members have made the focus on social even more critical. Emotional stability. Spiritual connections. Intellectual stimulation.

Technical Review 141

Technical Review Mentor Social Media Customer 141

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 10, 2014

Yet if you already have some early adopters, that''s a good indication that real marketing and education will likely bring your product or service mass acceptance. Acquiring business skills is not rocket science; they can be learned on the job, as well as supplemented by coaching from an experienced team and advisors.

Startup 110

Startup Entrepreneur Statistics Course 110

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 23, 2022

Even in today’s remote environments, you can use video sessions, social media, and email to keep up with team efforts informally and share updates, both positive and negative. Spend time coaching and mentoring team members. Help them learn more about your vision and future market goals.

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Mentor Social Media Coach Customer 108

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 24, 2019

You too can become an influencer through social media, videos and blogs, and people will follow you on what to buy, what causes to support, and who to vote for. People want to connect with and learn from people like them – not from edicts, anonymous brand marketing material, and white papers that allow no interaction.

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Customer Custom IBM IBM 93

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 12, 2015

We all come from the era where our society and education prepared us for the labor market, meaning working for someone else as an information professional, factory worker, or retail associate. Utilize business content curators and coaches. It takes more than passion and a course on business basics. Business financial aid alternatives.

Entrepreneur 112

Entrepreneur Startup Education Tool 112

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 22, 2019

In addition, today’s customers judge a company by perceived people relationships through social media, phone conversations, and sales experiences. Today’s pace of change in the market and in technology is unprecedented. Priority is placed on employee mentoring and coaching.

Coach 94

Coach Organization Mentor Startup 94

Tech Zulu Event

NOVEMBER 30, 2012

Adam Sroka, an agile software innovator, is a self-taught programmer with 25 years of writing code and previously combined his coding skills with his knowledge of agile and lean management techniques as a coach and technical trainer. Established In 2010 By PayPal’s First Head of US marketing. and Schlumberger.

Technical Review 88

Technical Review Software Review Bertelsmann Technology 88

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 22, 2021

In this age of instant and global communication via social media and the Internet, I see more and more evidence that delighted customers should be your top priority. The cost has been far more than offset by both customer loyalty and advocacy, as well as team spirit. Inspire your teams with love and affirmation.

Customer 114

Customer Custom Satisfaction Metrics 114

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 26, 2012

If your business and your style is still focused on the “old-school” hard-selling push-marketing approach, it’s time to take a close look at how well it’s serving you these days. The new culture driven by social media is all about forging real connections and building relationships.

Entrepreneur 106

Entrepreneur Social Media Coach Help 106

Tech.Co

JULY 9, 2024

HoneyBook Breakthrough Grant For: E arly-stage marketing and creative consultants Grantor: HoneyBook Amount: $18,000 The HoneyBook Breakthrough Grant is a new funding opportunity targeted at early-stage marketing and creative consultants funded by the client management platform HoneyBook. Deadline: July 15 Learn more and apply here 5.

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ChatGPT Writing Commerce News 149

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 30, 2022

Today even small businesses need complex organizations that work together in alignment, remote and online, including marketing, sales, delivery, and support. You must build a foundation of trust to get the relationships you need for honest communication, focus on the future, and real coaching on how to improve the business.

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Template Demand Social Media Summary 109

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 20, 2022

Your role is to provide this enablement, through listening to their needs, and providing personal coaching and mentoring as required. With the Internet and social media, your culture is no longer just an internal thing, but extends broadly to customers, investors, and vendors. Foster collaboration rather than competition.

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Product Training Customer Custom 109