Tech Zulu Event

OCTOBER 25, 2012

CHNL aggregates content from Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, SoundCloud, Tumblr, Instagram and Flickr into one place making it fast, easy, and a beautiful way to discover content as well as to easily share it back out to my social networks, or engage in the conversation happening around that content. Any Funding Yet?

Social Network 104

Social Network Networking Content Web 104

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 9, 2012

I’m sure that every one of us who has been out in the business world for a few years can look back with perfect hindsight and name a few college courses that we should have taken. But on the business side, here is my list of useful courses that we wish existed, but as far as I know, still aren’t generally available: Basic Office Politics.

Course 97

Course Writing Slides Email 97

Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 14, 2009

Very few people fund individuals. I know you’re not a tech guy and haven’t done anything other than an HTML course you once took, but if you’re inspirational and a leader you’ll find somebody to moonlight for free to get your prototype built. Find out who funded them – Contact the management teams.

Angel 291

Angel Funding Venture Capital Startup 291

Both Sides of the Table

JULY 23, 2014

The rise of “micro VCs” or seed-stage funds. The rise of alternative sources of capital (crowd funding and the like). Lower costs to start a business (95% reduction), many more companies created & funded by angels / seed. ” Stated simply – if you seed funded Uber at $4.5m Why is this?

Venture Capital 398

Venture Capital Technical Review Startup Seed Funding 398

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. Of course, there are always exceptions, but how much added risk do you need for your startup?

Technical Review 123

Technical Review Oracle Software Review Ideas 123

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

Every investor expects to see some business traction, both before and after a funding event. If you have neither, and choose to approach an investor, you will get no attention, and probably never again get a shot at funding with that investor. Now investors will pay attention, since scale-up funding is less risky and has a time frame.

Funding 112

Funding Entrepreneur Startup CTO Hire 112

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

As a mentor to many aspiring entrepreneurs, I challenge them to think beyond what I call linear extensions to a current trend, such as another “easier-to-use” app for smartphones, a new dating site for pets, or another niche social network. The difference relates to how you expect to get funding.

Entrepreneur 126

Entrepreneur Ideas Resource Examples 126

Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 28, 2013

In the market we’ve seen the massive uptick of SaaS valuations in the public markets and commensurate attention on private market fundings and valuations. Meanwhile while social networking was white hot 3 years ago it is now persona non grata unless your user numbers are insane. eCommerce was battered this year.

Santa Barbara 288

Santa Barbara SaaS Help Social Network 288

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 12, 2013

I’m sure that every one of us who has been out in the business world for a few years can look back with perfect hindsight and name a few college courses that we should have taken. But on the business side, here is my list of useful courses that we wish existed, but as far as I know, still aren’t generally available: Basic Office Politics.

Class 93

Class Course Writing Slides 93

Tech Zulu Event

APRIL 7, 2014

Brad Wyman Get Funded. Brad Wyman Get Funded. Brad Wyman Get Funded. Brad Wyman Get Funded. Of course we will have complimentary wi-fi allowing you to post to your social networks from the NMX New Media Lounge. The Gadget Professor. 11am – 12:30pm. Road 2 NAB. Road 2 NAB. Road 2 NAB. Road 2 NAB.

Media 86

Media LAMP Entertainment Social Network 86

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. Of course, there are always exceptions, but how much added risk do you need for your startup?

Startup 97

Startup Technical Review Oracle Software Review 97

Tech Zulu Event

FEBRUARY 14, 2012

The irony: a sad state that even with the huge number of social network applications we have at our disposal, we’re oftentimes lost, unable to keep up, or still lose touch so easily. It’s not your fault that we can only be social creatures to a certain extent before brain overload.

Web 74

Web Social Network Email Networking 74

SoCal CTO

AUGUST 4, 2011

Of course, it's way more complex than just these questions. How are you funding this? What level of funding do you currently have? Social Integration/Viral Outreach - are you integrating in some way with social networks? Are there specific metrics needed for future funding rounds or for operations?

Develop 396

Develop Development Startup SEO 396

Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 14, 2012

…” I’ll write soon on my views of why I believe Instagram took off as a social network and what I think comes next. Instagram happens to be one of the few social networks I regularly use along with Twitter. Clichés abound about, “You know what would be cool? I’ve lived this personally.

Venture Capital 316

Venture Capital Pricing Social Network Acquisition 316

SoCal CTO

AUGUST 4, 2011

Of course, it's way more complex than just these questions. How are you funding this? What level of funding do you currently have? Social Integration/Viral Outreach - are you integrating in some way with social networks? Are there specific metrics needed for future funding rounds or for operations?

Develop 384

Develop Development Startup SEO 384

socalTECH

MARCH 2, 2011

One of the things that people will get out of PurePhoto, is we've combined social networking with the e-commerce element. There are lots of sites out there with pretty pictures that you can buy--which we certainly offer, as well--but we also give you the ability to connect with photographers in a social networking environment.

Westlake Village 164

Westlake Village Yahoo Commerce Social Network 164

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 7, 2011

I’m sure that every one of us who has been out in the business world for a few years can look back with perfect hindsight and name a few college courses that we should have taken. But on the business side, here is my list of useful courses that we wish existed, but as far as I know, still aren’t generally available: Basic Office Politics.

Course 91

Course Writing Social Network Ideas 91

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 24, 2017

I’m sure that every one of us who has been out in the business world for a few years can look back with perfect hindsight and name a few college courses that we should have taken. But on the business side, here is my list of useful courses that we wish existed, but as far as I know, still aren’t generally available: Basic Office Politics.

Training 57

Training Course Email Social Network 57

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

If you are looking for funding and customers for your new business, you need to identify your “unique selling proposition” (USP) right up front, in 30 seconds or less, to differentiate yourself in today’s information overload. Of course, now that you have investor attention, the devil is in the details.

.Net 73

.Net Examples Custom Customer 73

Tech Zulu Event

APRIL 1, 2013

Aspiring creators learn by connecting with top web filmmakers and YouTubers on a topics specific to the web: developing a web series, producing web series, writing for genres like comedy & sci-fi, directing, editing, camera, Kickstarter funding, show hosting, distribution, and marketing. How does it work? Take us through your features?

Web 93

Web USC Course Guide 93

Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 21, 2010

I just cover the companies that were funded that week. Also, some of the deals I write about I have actually seen as part of their fund raising process. And of course the big question is whether Salesforce.com can out innovate these startups (especially after their acquisition of InStranet ). Expect great things from Assistly.

Venture Capital 265

Venture Capital Capital Email Blogging 265

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 16, 2015

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 Phoenix, Arizona, where I live. Of course, there are always exceptions, but how much added risk do you need for your startup?

Startup 109

Startup Technical Review Oracle Software Review 109

SoCal CTO

MARCH 12, 2012

Of course, you will want to figure out a bit more about the specifics of what this developer needs to know vs. can learn. Of course, you are looking for something a little different - a technical Cofounder. Your technical advisor can likely help. The bad news is that they can get a good paying job anytime.

CTO Hire 211

CTO Hire CTO Coach Startup Equity 211

Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 21, 2010

But of course Google eventually became the massive winner in this category. I believe that many social networks confused this idea. For starters – the team is exactly what I look for when I’m looking to fund entrepreneurs. Social networks continue to drive conversion of marketers.

Advertising 284

Advertising Invest RSS CPC 284

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 15, 2014

I have thought a lot about anonymity over the years and actually have enjoyed debating the topic with those passionate about anonymity’s benefits because of course that’s how I learn. Of course I know it’s not “private” but I’m dealing with people I know. Contrast that with HackerNews. So so funny.

Technical Review 329

Technical Review Blogging Examples Startup 329

Steve Reich

MARCH 30, 2012

Oh, and did I mention that their users have mapped 35,000 courses in 127 countries? They did it entirely through social networking. Then get VC funding, rent a cool space, hire a big team, rebuild and relaunch. Of course not. TripTrotting recruited thousands of local travel guides for their site. Not any more.

Incubator 91

Incubator Web Entrepreneur Santa Barbara 91

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 2, 2017

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. Of course, there are always exceptions, but how much added risk do you need for your startup?

Sites 59

Sites Startup Technical Review Oracle 59

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 7, 2013

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 Phoenix, Arizona, where I live. Of course, there are always exceptions, but how much added risk do you need for your startup?

Startup 102

Startup Technical Review Oracle Entrepreneur 102

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 6, 2012

You may have great credentials as a public servant in your home town, but that won’t get you money to build a social network on the Internet, or start a software company. Of course, before you can communicate a vision, you have to have one. The strength of your idea alone won’t suffice to bridge the funding gap.

Startup 94

Startup Resource Social Network Mentor 94

Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 16, 2012

Of course much of it is conflicting. And of course I’ve sat on the other side of the table: As a VC. I now observes the fund raising process as a profession. This is the fund raising perspective from both sides of the table. Fund raising (as is much of life) is a sale – pure and simple.

Develop 366

Develop Development Funding Venture Capital 366

Both Sides of the Table

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

It will enable the naturally creative but geographically and socially disenfranchised to make money doing what they love – participating. Of course you know Gangnam Style , which is now the most viewed video in history at 1.3 easy sharing (through social networks or platforms like YouTube). Chart a different course.

Startup 380

Startup Media Content Platform 380

Tech Zulu Event

NOVEMBER 5, 2012

MIIGLE is a LA-based social network for entrepreneurs and innovators that recently launched its Beta version. The platform enhances the process of turning ideas into entrepreneurial ventures and growing startups through social collaboration. So Luc , you call yourself a ‘Netrepreneur’ and social entrepreneur.

Startup 101

Startup Ideas Platform Entrepreneur 101

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 31, 2012

Every investor expects to see some business traction, both before and after a funding event. If you have neither, and choose to approach an investor, you will get no attention, and probably never again get a shot at funding with that investor. Now investors will pay attention, since scale-up funding is less risky and has a time frame.

Startup 104

Startup CTO Hire Press Custom 104

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 11, 2010

Taking other people’s money to fund your startup changes your life in ways you cannot predict. At the very least (or perhaps it’s the very best), they ask me how to get ready for funding. Strange course corrections. Remember “ The Social Network ” movie about Facebook? By Francine Hardaway, Ph.D.

Outsource Development 93

Outsource Development High Tech Outsource Startup 93

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 11, 2012

Of course, you need to listen for biases, but local angel group leaders can quickly tell you who the bad angels and good angels are, and what kind of terms they typically demand. Network with other entrepreneurs. Check track record on the Internet and social networks. Be wary of individuals or funds sourced from offshore.

Entrepreneur 96

Entrepreneur Offshore Invest Social Network 96

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 17, 2011

Every investor expects to see some business traction, both before and after a funding event. If you have neither, and choose to approach an investor, you will get no attention, and probably never again get a shot at funding with that investor. Now investors will pay attention, since scale-up funding is less risky and has a time frame.

Startup 101

Startup CTO Hire Press Custom 101

Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 17, 2015

And of course there are startups. I’m not looking to fund people who err too much on the life side the work/life balance. What about a top athlete in the NFL or NBA or even part of the coaching staff. Think they don’t have work/life balance challenges in a field they’ve chosen to work in?

Startup 150

Startup Demand Organization Social Network 150