Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 11, 2011

I recently had the pleasure of spending an hour with Jon Steinberg, president of Buzzfeed , a company who focuses on helping media companies make their content go viral. People want to engage with content, not just consume it. His words, “we find things on Sunday morning that will be on the Today show on Tuesday morning.&#

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InfoChachkie

JANUARY 9, 2012

Big Dumb Companies consume such analyst reports, as they are unable to parse the past from the future. To paraphrase marketing guru and author of the Little Red Book Series , Guy Gabriele, "Your brand resides in each consumer's head. It is your promise to the consumer." " [Tweet this quote].

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 3, 2012

Here is my summary of her detailed roadmap to get you back on the right track with a “customer-centric” approach rather than a “company-centric” approach: Find out what customers want and how they want to buy it. The best way to do this is with real customer interviews. Debate and adjust your offering to better match what customers want.

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InfoChachkie

SEPTEMBER 15, 2011

A mis-hire at the outset of your company can irreversibly alter the trajectory of your corporate culture. Some people are internally focused, and if they reach critical mass, they can tip the whole company.”. Flexibility and putting the company first were intrinsic aspects of our culture. . Be Stubborn And Flexible. “We

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TechCrunch LA

JANUARY 19, 2020

Developed by Tencent and published by Blizzard, in which Tencent owns a minority stake, in September, Call of Duty: Mobile had a spectacular start, recording more worldwide downloads in a single quarter than any mobile game except Pokémon GO, which saw its peak in Q3 2016, according to app analytics company Sensor Tower.

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TechCrunch LA

MAY 25, 2019

Remember, you can send me tips, suggestions and feedback to kate.clark@techcrunch.com or on Twitter @KateClarkTweets. For one, because millennials, according to various studies, are consuming less alcohol than previous generations and are therefore seeking non-alcoholic beverage alternatives.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 5, 2012

These companies, designated the “ gang of four ” by Eric Schmidt last year, are clearly driving a consumer and business revolution on the Internet today. Whether you believe his conclusion or not, you can learn a lot from the tips he offers on how to build a competitive business model today: Act small. Be open and collaborative.

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Tech.Co

JUNE 3, 2022

With it, customers can quickly use contactless payment, giving consumers an easier shopping experience while helping sellers use the Square system with even less friction. Tap to Pay will be available to all Square sellers sometime this year, with an Early Access Program coming this summer to let sellers tip their toe in the concept first.

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News Newsletter Sales Tips 152

InfoChachkie

JUNE 11, 2012

Mark Zuckerberg – “The dynamic of managing people and being CEO in a company is a lot different than being college roommates with someone.”. Although it may be comfortable to start a company with your friends, it is a mistake, unless your friend(s) happens to be ideally suited to their role in your venture.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 5, 2010

In the past, if your startup had a website presence, the company was credible by definition. What validates credibility and makes your site memorable in the minds of consumers, and how much does it cost? Until the company name is a famous brand, you are the brand. Put yourself on the site. People buy from people.

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Tips Search Engine Optimization Startup Advertising 92

socalTECH

MARCH 4, 2014

Demand Media said its service now includes--on top of existing text and video content offerings--original photography, infographics, and animated GIFs for its clients.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 3, 2021

In the past, if your startup had a website presence, the company was credible by definition. What validates credibility and makes your site memorable in the minds of consumers, and how much does it cost? Until the company name is a famous brand, you are the brand. Put yourself on the site. People buy from people.

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InfoChachkie

AUGUST 15, 2011

Tony eventually passed the button business to his younger brother, when it became too tedious and time consuming. Customer Service – As newspaper boys were the face of their employers, savvy carriers learned to establish healthy customer relationships to facilitate timely collections and generous tips.

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Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 10, 2020

Along with her insights, she offers 50 innovative new tips to grow your business. The same applies to other aspects of consumer experience: customer questions answered, problems fixed, and aggravations soothed, to close more sales. Respond to reviews to give a personable picture of you, your company, and your products.

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Mobile Marketing Technical Review Startup 173

TechCrunch LA

DECEMBER 15, 2021

The company saw revenues grow tenfold in the last two years and its total number of properties balloon to over 1,000, and now it will use the new funding for expansion, specifically adding more properties to its platform; and to continue developing its technology as it expands into more aspects of the property rentals business.

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TechCrunch LA

APRIL 12, 2018

Located at the southeastern tip of the San Fernando Valley, the Los Angeles suburb counts its biggest employers as the adhesive manufacturer Avery Dennison; the Los Angeles industrial team for the real estate developer CBRE; the International House of Pancakes; Disney Consumer Products; DreamWorks Studios; Walt Disney Animation and Univision.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 9, 2017

times the return of other companies over the last 10 years. A responsible entrepreneur promotes both loyalty and responsible consumption by educating consumers so they can make more informed decisions about their purchases, based on ecological footprints, and other sustainability criteria. Conscious Capitalism, for example, claims 3.2

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Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 7, 2013

I never saw it go out with a “tip @techmeme” on Twitter. ” I invested in a social-media analytics & engagement platform company called Awe.sm and as an investor I always play around with the products in which I’ve invested. 10 Tips from BuzzFeed on How to Make Content Go Viral ” See what I did there?

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socalTECH

JANUARY 18, 2012

Glendale-based Walt Disney Company has launched a new, online destination aimed at expecting and new parents, DisneyBaby.com , the firm said Tuesday. Disney's new site also includes such features as a baby photo sharing service, and tips from other mothers. The company said the new site is being sponsored exclusively by Huggies.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 4, 2023

Along with her insights, she offers 50 innovative new tips to grow your business. The same applies to other aspects of consumer experience: customer questions answered, problems fixed, and aggravations soothed, to close more sales. Respond to reviews to give a personable picture of you, your company, and your products.

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Marketing Technical Review Startup Innocal 107

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

In the past, if your startup had a website presence, the company was credible by definition. What validates credibility and makes your site memorable in the minds of consumers, and how much does it cost? Until the company name is a famous brand, you are the brand. Put yourself on the site. People buy from people.

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Search Engine Optimization eBook Advertising SEO 88

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 14, 2013

Creating awareness for your brand and products is one of the lifebloods of technology startups yet in a world where so many companies are being created it becomes difficult to rise above the noise. Ever notice how some companies tend to be in the press all the time and your big new product launch struggled for inches? More strategic.

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Marketing Press Blogging Startup 389

Tech.Co

DECEMBER 12, 2017

And when it’s time to apply to an accelerator, making sure your company is presented in the best way on the application can significantly improve your chances. Tip: take 2 minutes to read over the entire application before answering any questions. Tip: If you can answer the question with actual, relevant numbers, do it.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 24, 2010

Having a clear, vivid, and compelling vision in your head is without question an essential component in building a successful company. Simple actions done in an outstanding fashion are far more effective than complex and time consuming actions done poorly (thrashing). But that’s not good enough. Every entrepreneur loves a challenge.

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Ideas Tips Organization Entrepreneur 91

InfoChachkie

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

According to Jared Belsky, President, 360i , “We see Search and Social as a 24 hour real-time consumer focus group that helps us stay on top of what consumers care about for our brands. Greathouse: Given your deep background in digital marketing, what tips do you have for marketers who haven''t leveraged social commerce sites.

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TechCrunch LA

APRIL 6, 2020

Please reach out and email me at kirsten.korosec@techcrunch.com to share thoughts, opinions or tips or send a direct message to @kirstenkorosec. A Nashville-based startup called Hytch Rewards developed an app that companies and governments can use to give their employees incentives to walk, bike, rideshare or use public transit.

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Layoffs Startup Newsletter Santa Monica 136

socalTECH

FEBRUARY 10, 2011

We seem to talk to lots of companies recently generating QR codes -- how is this different, and how do you get above that noise? I think we are pre-tipping point of where QR codes go mainstream. Adoption and awareness of QR codes is good for consumers, and good for advertisers. What are you working on now with the service?

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Startup Tips Web Platform 233

socalTECH

JUNE 13, 2019

We caught up with Pluto TV's co-founder and Chief Growth Officer, Ilya Pozin , to hear about how the company started, and its path to acquisitionas well as to get some tips on startup success. I had always kind of been a computer nerd, and had been starting companies in high school.

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Startup Content Demand Netflix 124

Xconomy

OCTOBER 5, 2016

Dominating business-to-consumer sales, Amazon seems ready to take over the world of business-to-business too. It’s not yet an ecosystem driver in B2B, although the longer it takes for other business supply companies to catch up, the harder it will be to beat Amazon. Are you a supplier that sells through another company?

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Organization Custom Customer Study 91

Both Sides of the Table

MAY 1, 2014

It’s the company that evokes fear into more startups and venture capitalists looking to fund eCommerce businesses than any other potential competitor. We worked out our pricing, our tipping policies, insurance, logistics, package management – the works. And could we then compete?” ” type questions.

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Technical Review Software Review CTO Hire Startup 380

SoCal Tech Calendar

JUNE 13, 2009

Consumers have a remote and they control time, place, content and interface. A brand is now defined by a sum of conversations, and we are in a pull world, not a push one.Come learn how three companies successfully use social media to influence perceptions, build awareness and reach customers. See [link] (more).

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Social Media Media Social Network Tips 100

Tech Zulu Event

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

What Consumers and Businesses Want. Marketing techniques have evolved to work beyond the everyday concept of an ad presenting a good, service, or brand and telling the consumer or business what it is. This emphasis on engagement is helping many businesses stand out from the onslaught of advertisements that can plague consumers daily.

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Advertising Training Custom Customer 69

SoCal Tech Calendar

OCTOBER 21, 2011

Learn how to pitch to investor groups.See [link] (more)

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Tech Zulu Event

DECEMBER 9, 2015

consumers are ready to increase their spending this season, and the tech industry in particular is sure to see a lot of that business. If you’ll be catering to electronics consumers in the coming weeks, take advantage of these simple tips to make sure your holidays are merry and profitable. 5 Connect with consumers.

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Social Media Entrepreneur Resource Tips 40

SoCal CTO

JANUARY 5, 2011

Steve Blank , January 25, 2010 10 Tips for Adding Game Mechanics to a Non-Gaming Service - ReadWriteStart , September 21, 2010 Startups & VCs: Learn How to Design, Market, & Eat Your Own. - First Principles.

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Startup Venture Capital Blogging CTO Coach 378

SoCal CTO

NOVEMBER 1, 2010

I had a recent email dialog with the founder of a company looking for a CTO for their startup. For me to do either of these, I certainly need to really believe in the idea and it has to be something that won’t consume all of my time. We had several emails back and forth where he provided basic details on the concept.

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CTO Hire CTO Coach Equity Develop 241

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 20, 2013

In the past, if your startup had a website presence, the company was credible by definition. What validates credibility and makes your site memorable in the minds of consumers, and how much does it cost? Until the company name is a famous brand, you are the brand. Put yourself on the site. People buy from people.

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Search Engine Optimization Startup Advertising SEO 105