SoCal Tech Calendar

NOVEMBER 5, 2009

Friday, November 6, 2009 -- The Entrepreneur's Journey: Finding, Launching and Growing the Next Big Thing. The Entrepreneurs Journey: Finding, Launching and Growing the Next Big Thing takes participants on a guided tour from developing the creative idea for a new business to delivering a high market value start-up.

Entrepreneur 100

Entrepreneur Pepperdine Malibu Southern California 100

socalTECH

OCTOBER 3, 2011

Department of Energy to help foster student entrepreneurs via a business plan competition run by the group called First Look West. The new effort, led by Caltech's Resnick Institute, is hoping to tap into OnGreen's network to find mentors to guide student groups and clean energy projects.

CalTech 165

CalTech UCLA Southern California Pasadena 165

InfoChachkie

AUGUST 4, 2014

In fact, for the past 27-years, he has specialized in bringing exotic travel destinations to those of us who are healthy and active but whose competitive sporting days are long behind us. If you could share one startup lesson with a young entrepreneur, what would it be? Ever fantasized about climbing Mt. but we don''t.

Entrepreneur 187

Entrepreneur Startup Social Media Resource 187

Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 26, 2020

leadership, mentorship, competitiveness, communications, relationship-building?—?and Kara will now be really involved with what goes on to successfully create and run a firm but while still handling her core duties of funding great entrepreneurs. She had all of the skills and traits we sought?—?leadership, And all the platform stuff.

Venture Capital 361

Venture Capital Startup Invest CitySearch 361

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2020

I recognized this as I was reading the classic book, ” The Only Sales Guide You’ll Ever Need ,” by Anthony Iannarino, who is an international sales leader and expert on optimizing results. His focus is on sales, but I see the same skills needed for entrepreneurs. Diagnosing and understanding the customer problem.

Entrepreneur 134

Entrepreneur Startup Sales Custom 134

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 29, 2015

You can’t survive as an entrepreneur without resilience, because you are going to fail at least once, maybe multiple times. " If you need more evidence that great entrepreneurs survived through resilience, just look into the backgrounds of more recent entrepreneurs like Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, and Elon Musk.

Entrepreneur 112

Entrepreneur Guide Activity Design 112

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Perhaps because of their focus on building a large portfolio, or their competitiveness, these angels sometimes accept valuations that cause later friction while moving to VCs, or even other angel groups. Yet, in my view, every early-stage entrepreneur should be exploring this new funding alternative before approaching VCs.

Guide 136

Guide Venture Capital Funding Class 136

InfoChachkie

JANUARY 23, 2012

Ignorance is not bliss in business, but it does allow entrepreneurs to face the unknown with a measure of confidence. No 19-year old understands business at the level of a seasoned, serial entrepreneur. However, it is important for young entrepreneurs to be adequately self-aware to know what they do not know.

Startup 268

Startup Tips CTO Coach Technical Review 268

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 14, 2013

If I’m covering a company can I get evidence of what the competition is doing so the story is balanced? Because they produce the “ LUMAscapes ” which are essentially visually guides to all of the major players in a technology market. Do I have data or facts to present so the story has legs? I am a VC. Final example.

Marketing 389

Marketing Press Blogging Startup 389

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 14, 2013

Making the decision to become an entrepreneur is a major commitment, with huge implications for skills and lifestyle. Therefore, the least you can do is take advantage of some of the self-assessment tools and guides around, like “ The Entrepreneur Equation ,” by Carol Roth, which highlights personal characteristics and skills required.

Entrepreneur 114

Entrepreneur Startup Statistics Guide 114

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 16, 2014

Traditionally, the majority of entrepreneurs have been logical thinkers, problem solvers, and pay attention to details. Of course, the best solution would be a new wave of so-called whole-brain thinkers, but this term is usually reserved for Einstein and Picasso, and no entrepreneurs that I can name. Creativity is the key word here.

Entrepreneur 104

Entrepreneur Guide Social Media Ideas 104

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 7, 2010

Smart entrepreneurs always balance the risk with facts, when they have them, rather than their gut. In business, this means spending time and resources on new ideas, as well as encouraging people to find faster, better, cheaper, and easier ways to produce results, beat competition, and improve customer service. Marty Zwilling.

Entrepreneur 104

Entrepreneur News Ideas Resource 104

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 31, 2012

Most of the time, I’m all about providing encouragement and inspiration to entrepreneurs. They need it and they deserve it, because entrepreneurs are the lifeblood of our economy. The question of defensibility is one of the toughest for an entrepreneur to answer. It’s not going to get better – it already is.

Entrepreneur 107

Entrepreneur Sample Guide Ideas 107

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 19, 2010

Due in large part to the current economy and an ultra-competitive job market, a Gen-Y entrepreneurial tsunami is already upon us. At a small company, there will be blocks of time where the intern doesn’t have someone to guide them through every step of the assignment, challenging them to take initiative. to pull their weight.

Competition 96

Competition Startup Technical Review IBM 96

Tech Zulu Event

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

Marketing your startup can be one of the most daunting tasks an entrepreneur faces on their journey to world domination. This scares some business owners, given that following the tried-and-true path seems to offer more security, but when you succeed, it becomes one of your biggest competitive advantages. Post your answers in comments.

Guide 105

Guide Startup Marketing Template 105

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 23, 2013

Great entrepreneurs are not just idea people and then managers, they are extraordinary leaders. Yet beyond a list of noble attributes, like vision, courage, and integrity, it’s hard for them to define what separates an ordinary entrepreneur or manager from an extraordinary leader.

Entrepreneur 101

Entrepreneur Coach Framework Tool 101

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 5, 2016

I recognized this as I was reading a new book, ” The Only Sales Guide You’ll Ever Need ,” by Anthony Iannarino, who is an international sales leader and expert on optimizing results. His focus is on sales, but I see the same skills needed for entrepreneurs. Great entrepreneurs are able to think on their feet, and are always prepared.

Entrepreneur 106

Entrepreneur Sales Startup Custom 106

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 17, 2019

Traditionally, the majority of entrepreneurs have been logical thinkers, problem solvers, with full attention to details. Of course, the best solution would be a new wave of so-called whole-brain thinkers, but this term is usually reserved for Einstein and Picasso, and no entrepreneurs that I can name. Creativity is the key word here.

Entrepreneur 96

Entrepreneur Tips Guide Social Media 96

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 10, 2023

Most of the time, I’m all about providing encouragement and inspiration to entrepreneurs. They need it and they deserve it, because entrepreneurs are the lifeblood of our economy. The question of defensibility is one of the toughest for an entrepreneur to answer. It’s not going to get better – it already is.

Entrepreneur 99

Entrepreneur Startup Sample Guide 99

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 26, 2014

Most entrepreneurs think first of bank loans as the primary source of money, only to find out that banks are really the least likely benefactors for startups. She plumbs the range of possibilities she has gained through personal experience as an entrepreneur, and as the “queen of business financing” in the financial industry.

Entrepreneur 101

Entrepreneur Capital Startup Funding 101

Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 12, 2010

Here’s my non-conventional guide to improving them. Then competition. Monthly in years 1-2, every 6 weeks in years 2-4, bi-monthly or quarterly thereafter - Many entrepreneurs prefer not to have monthly board meetings because they see it as too much overhead. Tags: Entrepreneur Advice Start-up Advice Startup Advice.

Startup 331

Startup Slides Guide Writing 331

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 5, 2013

If you are in this category, first know that you are not alone, but then you need to take a look at the advice given by Patricia Sigmon in her book “ Six Steps to Creating Profit: A Guide for Small and Mid-Sized Service-Based Businesses.” It’s important to stand up to competition and wear your reputation on your sleeve. Marty Zwilling.

Entrepreneur 93

Entrepreneur Startup Outsource Development Sales 93

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 31, 2010

Back when he was writing to entrepreneurs, he published the book “ Reality Check: The Irreverent Guide to Outsmarting, Outmanaging, and Outmarketing Your Competition.” The question of defensibility is one of the toughest for an entrepreneur to answer. Tags: entrepreneur startup reality check business.

Entrepreneur 92

Entrepreneur Startup Writing Sample 92

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 21, 2022

Traditionally, the majority of entrepreneurs have been logical thinkers, problem solvers, with full attention to details. Of course, the best solution would be a new wave of so-called whole-brain thinkers, but this term is usually reserved for Einstein and Picasso, and no entrepreneurs that I can name. Creativity is the key word here.

Guide 137

Guide Entrepreneur Social Media Ideas 137

Berkonomics

MAY 29, 2014

Richa is a successful entrepreneur and technologist giving back to the entrepreneurial community in many ways, including his weekly Internet TV program on entrepreneurism, and participation in several mentoring programs. . By JJ Richa. Business planning is a crucial part of a successful business. assess past performances.

Startup 166

Startup Guide Help Study 166

Tech.Co

MAY 25, 2018

If you’re an early-stage entrepreneur, technology has served you well. These organizations work tirelessly in guiding and supporting startup teams to success, regardless of their stage of business, as well as continue to encourage innovation across the planet. BlackTech Week (Miami, FL). iFundWomen (New York, NY).

Startup 137

Startup Technical Review Competition Software Review 137

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 29, 2023

I recognized this as I was reading the classic book, ” The Only Sales Guide You’ll Ever Need ,” by Anthony Iannarino, who is an international sales leader and expert on optimizing results. His focus is on sales, but I see the same skills needed for entrepreneurs. Diagnosing and understanding the customer problem.

Startup 154

Startup Sales Entrepreneur Custom 154

Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 23, 2011

One of the most frequent questions entrepreneurs ask about when they raise a little bit of money or are getting close to launching their first product is whether they should hire a PR firm. This post is a short guide to what I’ve learned: 1. It’s a continual process. In my opinion it’s worth its weight in gold.

Startup 349

Startup Writing Press Blogging 349

InfoChachkie

JULY 11, 2012

How can today’s entrepreneurs leverage the teachings of Vince Lombardi to identify talent that will drive the company to success? You simply cannot teach competitiveness; people either have it or they don’t. Hire people that refuse to lose and have the competitive drive that is essential in achieving greatness.

Coach 160

Coach Tips Competition Pricing 160

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 26, 2020

As an advisor to many entrepreneurs, I still hear frequently the irrational exuberance that crowdfunding is the quick alternative for startups that are passed over by overly demanding angels or venture capital investors. Thus crowdfunding is clearly not the panacea for funding and success that many entrepreneurs envision.

Startup 151

Startup Equity Funding Demand 151

Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 19, 2010

You need to let the energy of the room guide you. As both an entrepreneur (in VC and sales meetings) and as a VC I’ve seen this happen many times. Tags: Entrepreneur Advice Pitching VCs Raising Venture Capital Start-up Advice Startup Advice. Does that sound ok?&#. This last question is important. But … watch out.

Venture Capital 318

Venture Capital Startup Sales Writing 318

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 12, 2010

The best survival guides tell you how to be proactive and avoid the probabilities of ending up in a worse case scenario. The challenges stem from the simple fact that every entrepreneur is starting something new, where things are predictably unpredictable. To get competitive leadership, you can’t be an industry follower.

Guide 50

Guide Startup Resource Entrepreneur 50

Xconomy

APRIL 11, 2019

In an awards program, it can seem like a competition, but in the Commitment to Diversity category, many of the finalists are in fact collaborating with each other or share common roots. For example, finalist Silvia Mah is also a co-founder of one of the other finalists in the category, Ad Astra Ventures. Read more » Reprints | Share:

San Diego 83

San Diego Guide Competition Examples 83

Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 3, 2010

Packaging, pricing & discounts – In the early days of my first company we always had “list prices&# we quoted to customers and of course we were always willing to negotiate based on who the client was, how important the business was to us, who the competition was and how well the deal was negotiated.

Pricing 296

Pricing Sales Startup Custom 296

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 12, 2018

You can’t survive as an entrepreneur without resilience, because you are going to fail at least once, maybe multiple times. " If you need more evidence that great entrepreneurs survived through resilience, just look into the backgrounds of more recent entrepreneurs like Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, and Elon Musk.

Startup 98

Startup Guide Activity Entrepreneur 98

Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 1, 2015

*. What is the role of a VC for entrepreneurs? I was recently contacted by an entrepreneur who was consider a few different business models for his company. My job isn’t to predict markets but rather to find entrepreneurs who want to create markets through insight and conviction.” ” I responded.

Venture Capital 150

Venture Capital Course Guide Entrepreneur 150

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 6, 2015

Traditionally, the majority of entrepreneurs have been logical thinkers, problem solvers, with full attention to details. Of course, the best solution would be a new wave of so-called whole-brain thinkers, but this term is usually reserved for Einstein and Picasso, and no entrepreneurs that I can name. Creativity is the key word here.

Entrepreneur 109

Entrepreneur Guide Social Media Ideas 109