InfoChachkie
APRIL 20, 2015
A version of this article previously appeared in the Wall Street Journal. Rather than directly explaining their value proposition with all the passion and heartfelt stridency that only an entrepreneur can deliver, they outsource this communication to a Public Relations (PR) firm. Sound crazy? Then something even more amazing happened.
Startup Professionals Musings
JANUARY 20, 2016
If you have a software development background like mine, I’m sure you often get questions about when to outsource, versus building the solution in-house. Outsourcing is defined as contracting the work to another company, usually located in a developing country, like India, China, or Eastern Europe. Factor in all the cost elements.
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Startup Professionals Musings
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
You can’t outsource that one. If you see a customer service problem hurting the company, step up proactively with a proposal to fix it. Not just degrees, but loading up on books, business journals, and blogs that your top executive favors. Very few people are willing and able to take on any challenge, and make it work.
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 8, 2014
If you have a software development background like mine, Im sure you often get questions about when to outsource, versus building the solution in-house. Outsourcing is defined as contracting the work to another company, usually located in a developing country, like India, China, or Eastern Europe. Factor in all the cost elements.
Startup Professionals Musings
JANUARY 18, 2019
You can’t outsource that one. If you see a customer service problem hurting the company, step up proactively with a proposal to fix it. Not just degrees, but loading up on books, business journals, and blogs that your top executive favors. Very few people are willing and able to take on any challenge, and make it work.
InfoChachkie
AUGUST 26, 2013
A version of this article previously appeared in The Wall Street Journal. Moderate persistent can be purchased, but passion can never be outsourced. Rather, they should objectively assess the market''s feedback to ensure they do not overlook potential new markets or unanticipated customer segments. Humility Has Its Appeal.
Tech Zulu Event
SEPTEMBER 1, 2011
Scaling thru Outsourcing. Journalism: How to Talk to Your Audience Again. Strategy to Get Your First 100 Paying Customers (bigMETHOD, Mixergy, Appsumo, Zaarly). Funding: The New Indie: BONA FIDE film. Startups: Demystifying the PR Process for the Lean Startup (Symphony PR). Moral Psychology and Big Data Singularity.
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