Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 23, 2013

One of the toughest decisions for a startup is how to price their product or service. Obviously, it must be grounded by the characteristics of the market and customers you choose to serve, the pricing model of existing competitors, and a strategy you believe is consistent with your future products and direction. Product line pricing.

Pricing 116

Pricing Product Customer Custom 116

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 3, 2022

TikTok is currently the fastest growing social network, while Instagram is close behind with a bigger share globally of new sign-ups. Brands need influencers working on their behalf because they provide the third-party credibility and social proof that validates their products. That won’t build any competitive advantage.

Social Media 140

Social Media Media Snapchat Platform 140

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 26, 2010

One of the toughest decisions for a startup is how to price their product or service. Obviously, it must be grounded by the characteristics of the market and customers you choose to serve, the pricing model of existing competitors, and a strategy you believe is consistent with your future products and direction. Cost-based model.

Pricing 98

Pricing Product Startup Competition 98

socalTECH

FEBRUARY 8, 2012

The competition comes even as United Online appears to have been beating a quick retreat from that business, instead shifting users to Memory Lane, a new site which offers up actual, digitized high school yearbooks, nostalgic content, old magazine covers, and other products geared to a similar user base as Classmates.com.

Social Network 145

Social Network Startup Sites Competition 145

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 8, 2021

population now using social media, at least 30% look at profiles on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn before buying any product or service. Of those, approximate 70% said they wouldn’t deal with a new company if it didn’t have a social media presence. Keep up with the competition. Increase customer leads and conversion.

Social Media 142

Social Media Media Platform Customer 142

socalTECH

JULY 11, 2012

What does social networking have to do with the stock market? Vinny talked with us about his start, which allows users to discuss and collaborate on their stocks and finances in a social way. We wanted to tackle that problem, by using a social network. In that network, we bring in content from all over the web.

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Social Network Startup Networking Content 239

SoCal Tech Calendar

JANUARY 25, 2012

Data mining and analyzing large data sets-so-called big data-is becoming a competitive advantage, creating productivity growth, innovation, and consumer value in both B2B and B2C worlds. The data revolution has important financial, social and legal implications.

Technology Council 113

Technology Council TCOSC Social Network Competition 113

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 18, 2018

The most common proposals I hear are for yet another social networking site ( over 200 exist ), or another dating site (over 2500 in the US alone). New product process. Creating intellectual property, including patents, is the kay to long-term value and a sustainable competitive advantage. Failure is the best teacher.

Entrepreneur 64

Entrepreneur Coach Metrics Competition 64

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 13, 2022

For example, if you are working on a great social networking idea to replace Facebook, and need funding, you probably won’t find any interested and focused VCs or angel investors in Arizona, where I live. Exposure instills the fear and urgency you need to deliver the right competitive solution. What will set your business apart?

Technical Review 123

Technical Review Oracle Software Review Ideas 123

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

an author and speaker on this and related subjects, outlines in her classic book “ Productive Relationships: 57 Strategies for Building Stronger Business Connections.” Use social networking to improve your work relationships. Jan Yager, Ph.D., Sometimes it’s better to just move on, rather than endure extended pain.

Startup 127

Startup Social Network Mentor Networking 127

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 14, 2016

The most common proposals I hear are for yet another social networking site ( over 200 active ), or another dating site (over 2500 in the US alone). New product process. Creating intellectual property, including patents, is the kay to long-term value and a sustainable competitive advantage. Failure is the best teacher.

Coach 64

Coach Metrics Competition Ideas 64

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 28, 2019

Snapchat is currently the fastest growing social network, while Instagram is close behind with a bigger share globally of new sign-ups. Brands need influencers working on their behalf because they provide the third-party credibility and social proof that validates their products. You need influencers more than advocates.

Social Media 95

Social Media Media Snapchat Platform 95

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 2, 2019

population now using social media, at least 30% look at profiles on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn before buying any product or service. Of those, approximate 70% said they wouldn’t deal with a new company if it didn’t have a social media presence. Keep up with the competition. Increase customer leads and conversion.

Social Media 98

Social Media Platform Media Customer 98

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 21, 2012

One of the toughest decisions for a startup is how to price their product or service. Obviously, it must be grounded by the characteristics of the market and customers you choose to serve, the pricing model of existing competitors, and a strategy you believe is consistent with your future products and direction. Cost-based model.

Pricing 112

Pricing Competition Customer Custom 112

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 18, 2010

Based on a survey just last year by Robert Half Technology , over half of today’s companies block social networks completely, while another 19 percent only permit it "for business purposes." Social networks have become a great vector for Trojans like Zeus and URLZone. Marty Zwilling.

Social Network 87

Social Network Networking Tool Sites 87

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 12, 2015

The most common proposals I hear are for yet another social networking site ( over 200 active ), or another dating site (now over 2500 in the US alone). New product process. Creating intellectual property, including patents, is the key to long-term value and a sustainable competitive advantage. Accountability.

Entrepreneur 101

Entrepreneur Startup Coach Metrics 101

Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 22, 2011

For me it is a useful shorthand for a very clever set of product features that in my mind would be hard to remain a stand-alone business or themselves to generate enough revenue to justify the company’s existence. Just sending messages is a utility product and Apple killed that, not me.” . Sure, it’s intended to shock.

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Company Companies Gogii Google 295

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

This statement leaves no confusion in the minds of investors, or customers, of what the company does and how it is different (and better) than the competition. Great products solve painful real problems, and are not just “nice to have” or “easier to use.” A new easier to use social network may not get anyone excited.

.Net 73

.Net Examples Customer Custom 73

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 31, 2014

One of the toughest decisions for a startup is how to price their product or service. Obviously, it must be grounded by the characteristics of the market and customers you choose to serve, the pricing model of existing competitors, and a strategy you believe is consistent with your future products and direction. Product line pricing.

Startup 114

Startup Pricing Customer Custom 114

Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 2, 2009

On Facebook (and nearly all social networks that preceded it) the relationship was always reciprocal – if I accept your invitation to follow me then I have to follow you. Are people giving you feature requests, complaining about your service or comparing you to the competition? Facebook.

Social Network 235

Social Network Writing Tool Startup 235

InfoChachkie

JANUARY 6, 2011

Pull Quote: “If you are smart, competitive, hard working and passionate about what you do you will have the best experience of your life. We all make important, complicated decisions in our life and having accurate, objective data about our choices allow us to find and compare products that meet our needs. How do you stand out?”.

Entrepreneur 232

Entrepreneur Competition Software Review Course 232

socalTECH

JULY 23, 2013

Justin Mateen: The vision for Tinder, is about social discovery. There are plenty of other social networks out there, who do a good job of connecting you with your existing network of friends. Is there any feature of the product which has made it so viral? How did Tinder come about? How do you differentiate?

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Mobile Southern California News Snapchat 245

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 18, 2013

Watching the orders come in, or the product moving off the shelf, is the feedback you have been looking for. Love that sustainable competitive advantage. Reserve the same names on the leading social networks and blogs. Start even before the product is ready. A business model that works. Marketing is top priority.

Startup 100

Startup Patents Competition Social Network 100

socalTECH

SEPTEMBER 19, 2008

We spoke with Derrick Oien, president and co-founder of the firm, about the company's mobile social networking applications, as well as about his view on penetrating the mobile carriers. What exactly are your mobile social networking applications? The second customer is the social networking sites.

Social Network 113

Social Network Anthem Mobile Java 113

Tech Zulu Event

OCTOBER 17, 2012

It is a platform that allows anyone who offers a service to advertise it for free – we promote this profile on the most popular social networks such as Twitter , Facebook, Google Plus, Pinterest, Stumbleupon and many more. The core product is free to small business and self employed people and always will be. Everyday!

Advertising 79

Advertising Services Social Network Startup 79

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 29, 2012

Watching the orders come in, or the product moving off the shelf, is the feedback you have been looking for. Love that sustainable competitive advantage. Reserve the same names on the leading social networks and blogs. Start even before the product is ready. A business model that works. Marketing is top priority.

Entrepreneur 102

Entrepreneur Patents Startup Ideas 102

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

Segments that come to mind include product tracking, navigation, safety, security, local business search, and payments. As outlined a while back by Adam Holden-Bache on Social Media B2B , I’m convinced that business-to-business has more money and more untapped opportunities, still waiting to be found: Find strategic partnerships.

Competition 84

Competition Entertainment Advertising Social Media 84

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 24, 2015

According to Urban Dictionary , hype is “a clever marketing strategy where a product is advertised as the thing everyone must have, to the point where people begin to feel they need to consume it.” Early hype actually should precede the final product, and consists of proof-of-concept stories, media events and industry exposure.

Startup 97

Startup Marketing Entrepreneur Social Network 97

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 1, 2017

Every business needs to develop a revenue model even before a product. The alternatives range from giving the product away for free (revenue from ads), to pricing based on costs, to charging what the market will bear (premium pricing). Price based on product costs plus margin. Low product price, but support is extra.

Pricing 66

Pricing Customer Custom Advertising 66

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 16, 2014

It’s not uncommon for me to see a startup business plan “mission” to be the “premier brand” for their product, yet their marketing budget in the financials is trivial. When questioned, founders usually mention word-of-mouth, viral marketing, and a top quality product. Generate leads for your product.

Marketing 102

Marketing Funding Social Media SEM 102

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 14, 2019

With the pervasive internet, and global social networks, it’s easy to be visible and connect to your customers, and they expect it. Very few businesses can grow organically fast enough to stay ahead of competition. Oprah Winfrey was clearly helped in her career by her relationship with the famous Barbara Walters.

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IBM IBM Ideas Technical Review 87

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 16, 2017

Snapchat is currently the fastest growing social network, while Instagram is close behind with a bigger share globally of new sign-ups. Brands need influencers working on their behalf because they provide the third-party credibility and social proof that validates their products. You need influencers more than advocates.

Social Media 64

Social Media Media Snapchat Platform 64

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 9, 2019

For example, if you are working on a great social networking idea to replace Facebook, and need funding, you probably won’t find any interested and focused VCs or Angel investors in Arizona, where I live. Exposure instills the fear and urgency you need to deliver the right competitive solution. What will set your business apart?

Startup 97

Startup Technical Review Oracle Software Review 97

Xconomy

OCTOBER 10, 2016

By popular acclaim, San Diego-based Echo Laboratories founder Eugene Cho claimed top honors, and a $15,000 check, for his two-minute presentation last week in the 10th annual “Quick Pitch” competition, hosted by San Diego’s Tech Coast Angels. Crowd Gathers for San Diego Tech Coast Angels “Quick Pitch” Competition.

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Tech Coast Angels Technical Review San Diego Software Review 40

InfoChachkie

JANUARY 24, 2011

We all make important, complicated decisions in our life and having accurate, objective data about our choices allow us to find and compare products that meet our needs. This might sound a bit off, but I actually thought the movie “The Social Network,” did a phenomenal job at depicting the essence a startup.

Blogging 219

Blogging Entrepreneur Software Review Course 219

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 24, 2013

With over 98% of the population now using social media, at least 30% look at business profiles on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn before buying any product or service. Of those, approximate 70% said they wouldn’t deal with a new company if it didn’t have a social media presence. Keep up with the competition.

Social Media 108

Social Media Media Startup Platform 108

SoCal CTO

JUNE 9, 2010

My Obsession With The Product - Feld Thoughts , May 3, 2010 For some reason I’ve been doing a lot of interviews lately. The Yin and Yang of Product and Engineering - A VC : Venture Capital and Technology , May 22, 2010 For a tech company, product and engineering are the heart and soul of the business.

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Startup Venture Capital Conference Social Media 248