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How Startups Can Use Metrics to Drive Success

Both Sides of the Table

Having a set of metrics that you watch & that you feel are the key drivers of your success helps keep clarity. And the more public you can make your goals for these key metrics the better. You will likely have multiple sets of metrics you keep depending on the company’s stage, one’s function in the company and level.

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5 Tips For Startups To Win With Social Media

Startup Professionals Musings

If you already have a strong customer base, create a brief survey to help you determine what social media sites they’re using and how to reach them in a targeted way. Your plan should include a well-designed web site, events, press releases, and search engine marketing (SEM). Don’t forget the metrics and analytics.

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How to Decrease the Odds That Your Startup Fails

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Yet I can’t help thinking there are many predictable failures that come from a lack of basic planning. The metrics were good but we wondered how much better they would be when we expanded our product. And influencers may help once or twice but ultimately nothing is free. Competition. You need a wedge.

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