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6 Key Leaders Every Technical Startup Needs To Thrive

Startup Professionals Musings

In my years of advising startups and occasional investing, I’ve seen many great ideas start and fail, but the right team always seems to make good things happen, even without the ultimate idea. That’s why investors say they invest in people (bet on the jockey, not the horse), rather than the idea. The sales professional.

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Every Technical Startup Wishes For This Dream Team

Startup Professionals Musings

In my years of advising startups and occasional investing, I’ve seen many great ideas start and fail, but the right team always seems to make good things happen, even without the ultimate idea. That’s why investors say they invest in people (bet on the jockey, not the horse), rather than the idea. The sales professional.

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6 Team Members Who Will Make Your New Venture Robust

Startup Professionals Musings

In my years of advising startups and occasional investing, I’ve seen many great ideas start and fail, but the right team always seems to make good things happen, even without the ultimate idea. That’s why investors say they invest in people (bet on the jockey, not the horse), rather than the idea. The sales professional.

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7 Secrets To Bank Equity Funding Without Collateral

Startup Professionals Musings

The short answer is that some banks will help, if you do your homework. You have to get past how great the product is to address clearly what your business rationale is, why it is different from the competition's, and why it will succeed. Show focus and your understanding that your company is something more than just a good idea.

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7 Tips To Getting A Bank Interested In Your Startup

Startup Professionals Musings

The short answer is that some banks will help, if you do your homework. You have to get past how great the product is to address clearly what your business rationale is, why it is different from the competition's, and why it will succeed. Show focus and your understanding that your company is something more than just a good idea.

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Get a Technical Degree But Entrepreneurial Spirit

Startup Professionals Musings

While I agree that successful company builders usually have a natural inclination to be entrepreneurs, a good education helps polish that apple. Many colleges offer courses on entrepreneurship, to help you think like one. An MBA is helpful, but not required. Take advantage of inside and outside advisers at school.

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6 Ideal Team Members For Any Entrepreneurial Venture

Startup Professionals Musings

In my years of advising startups and occasional investing, I’ve seen many great ideas start and fail, but the right team always seems to make good things happen, even without the ultimate idea. That’s why investors say they invest in people (bet on the jockey, not the horse), rather than the idea. The sales professional.