Both Sides of the Table

OCTOBER 8, 2014

” It’s the most common refrain I hear from investors and even entrepreneurs these days. I think there is also no denying the role that Richard Rosenblatt has played in building the LA tech ecosystem and spawning great entrepreneurs who followed in his footsteps. and are guiding LA 2.0. for $565 million to Excite.

Entrepreneur 376

Entrepreneur Snapchat Startup Google 376

InfoChachkie

AUGUST 24, 2015

From overheard conversations, she knew that one of the capabilities desired by the Nazis was to guide missiles and torpedoes via radio signals. Clueless, yet unafraid, Hedy and Antheil set out to design a secure remote control guidance system for the US government. As a young woman, Hedy was married to a German arms merchant.

Hollywood 100

Hollywood Entrepreneur Design Press 100

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 1, 2014

In addition to being the startup entrepreneur, there are other key roles where Boomers can be a force in driving successful startups, in concert with leaders from Gen-X and Gen-Y: Early-stage Angel investors. Software and hardware development architects and designers. boomers entrepreneurs gen-x gen-y startups'

Entrepreneur 106

Entrepreneur Technical Review Software Review Report 106

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 9, 2022

A common request I get while mentoring entrepreneurs is for a copy of the startup checklist they need to follow, in order to build a successful new business. Kerr, “ The Executive Checklist: A Guide for Setting Direction and Managing Change.” I wish it was that easy. Gamification.

Technology 133

Technology Cloud Computing Social Media Networking 133

Berkonomics

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

The iPad probably would have failed before production, had he used feedback and research from past failures of tablets in any previous form as a guide. As I analyze business plans, I usually ask the entrepreneur early in the process whether s/he has tried this idea or prototype or mockup out on potential users.

Product 156

Product Customer Custom Ideas 156

Xconomy

JUNE 10, 2016

Seattle’s UP Global, now part of Techstars, oversees the operation of Startup Week and other programs for tech entrepreneurs across the U.S. But while Startup Week San Diego has always collaborated with UP Global, San Diego entrepreneur and Startup Week organizer Austin Neudecker said, “We’ve always been an independent entity.”.

San Diego 74

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Tech.Co

MAY 31, 2023

Launching and growing a startup is one of the biggest missions an entrepreneur can undertake. Not only does it boast a sleek ergonomic design, but it also X every single feature you'd expect from a top-tier internet phone system. Read our guide to the best VoIP desk phones to check out its competition. From its 4.3-inch

Tool 131

Tool Startup Software Review Technical Review 131

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 29, 2022

These days, everyone wants to be an entrepreneur, pitching their latest and greatest new idea, and looking for someone to give them money. Talk is cheap, but entrepreneurs who show you a working model of their idea know how to execute. A prototype has to be real enough to be convincing, without looking like science fiction.

Outsource Development 110

Outsource Development Ideas Tool Outsource 110

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

In fact, most entrepreneurs and executives today recognize the importance of building and maintaining the right culture, but many are not so clear on how to do it, or assessing where they stand in the process. The primary key is establishing a culture that relies on values, rather than rules, to guide every action.

Organization 119

Organization Social Media Guide Customer 119

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 16, 2013

Sometimes people need to be guided into better outcomes. By design, you can change the conversation in the office, at board meetings, and with peers who seem to have gone off track. entrepreneur startup investor conversations results business' Conversation for conflict resolution. Conversation for change. Marty Zwilling.

Entrepreneur 98

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InfoChachkie

AUGUST 4, 2014

If you could share one startup lesson with a young entrepreneur, what would it be? So I ask prospective new entrepreneurs, ''What is it specifically that you can bring to the industry?'' Do you have any specific advice for entrepreneurs who might be considering starting a venture with a loved one? How have you made it work?

Entrepreneur 187

Entrepreneur Startup Social Media Resource 187

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 22, 2022

Entrepreneurs and startups are big believers in innovation, but sometimes they forget that innovation must be continual to assure long-term success, rather than the one big-bang idea that initiated their journey. Normally the best innovations come from the people on the front line, rather than a top manager or designer.

Metrics 102

Metrics Startup Organization Demand 102

Tech Zulu Event

AUGUST 13, 2010

TechZulu is helping the startup community out by listing all the great startup/entrepreneur oriented panels. Simply, there are thousands of agencies, design shops and communications firms across the world, all. Bootstrapping advice, entrepreneur, startups. . Bootstrapping entrepeneurship, entrepreneur, startups. .

Guide 69

Guide Startup Venture Capital Entrepreneur 69

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 18, 2020

In addition to being the startup entrepreneur, there are other key roles where Boomers can be a force in driving successful startups, in concert with leaders from Gen-X and Gen-Y: Early-stage angel investors. Software and hardware development architects and designers. Supportive co-founder and executive positions.

Startup 124

Startup Technical Review Software Review Entrepreneur 124

Berkonomics

FEBRUARY 6, 2014

Creating a gerat company in a relative vacuum is an exercise in complete trust that the entrepreneur knows what’s best for the customer, perhaps even without interaction with such a customer. So, why not design your product using your real and potential customers as consultants? And most of us are not Steve Jobs.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

In the world of entrepreneurs and startups, high level relationships are everything. In business, positional authority remains the primary guiding force at this level, and most business relationships stay at this level or below. You can’t start a business alone. You need partners, team members, investors, vendors, and customers.

Startup 150

Startup Guide Help Course 150

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

In my own business career, many years as a business advisor, and mentor to aspiring entrepreneurs, I have validated the following strategies to practice and guide you. For example, your quality problem may well have both design as well as manufacturing elements. Search for the multiple dimensions of a problem.

Satisfaction 152

Satisfaction Mentor Study Startup 152

Tech Zulu Event

NOVEMBER 21, 2012

Ever have an idea for a great mobile startup but get stuck with just a dream because you have no skills to design or develop it and no money to pay to get it done? Some business people have friends that are designers or developers but most are not so lucky. Any person with an idea is welcome to attend, no coding skills required.

Design 92

Design Web Design Mobile Ideas 92

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

These days, everyone wants to be an entrepreneur, pitching their latest and greatest new idea, and looking for someone to give them money. Talk is cheap, but entrepreneurs who show you a working model of their idea know how to execute. A prototype has to be real enough to be convincing, without looking like science fiction.

Outsource Development 124

Outsource Development Ideas Tool Outsource 124

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 27, 2013

In the world of entrepreneurs and startups, high level relationships are everything. In business, positional authority remains the primary guiding force at this level, and most business relationships stay at this level or below. You can’t start a business alone. You need partners, team members, investors, vendors, and customers.

Entrepreneur 92

Entrepreneur Startup Guide Help 92

socalTECH

NOVEMBER 8, 2012

But, what we are doing, is looking at how people travel and what modern tools we can provide to make the experience better, in the form of travel guides and things like that. Our first set of products started rolling out in May, and are a set of travel guides for children. I'm more of a serial entrepreneur.

Guide 232

Guide Framework Mobile Startup 232

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 3, 2022

Sometimes people need to be guided into better outcomes. By design, you can change the conversation in the office, at board meetings, and with peers who seem to have gone off track. Conversation for conflict resolution. Many people will avoid conflict in work relationships at all costs, which is nonproductive. Conversation for change.

Tips 101

Tips Guide Design Entrepreneur 101

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 25, 2020

Entrepreneurs and startups are big believers in innovation, but sometimes they forget that innovation must be continual to assure long-term success, rather than the one big-bang idea that initiated their journey. Normally the best innovations come from the people on the front line, rather than a top manager or designer.

Startup 138

Startup Organization Demand Customer 138

SoCal Delicious

AUGUST 23, 2010

Citysearch is an online guide that offers information and recommendations regarding local businesses including restaurants, shops, bars, hotels, and others. Codeita lets you design, code, and publish all from a cloud-based LAMP development environment. LowerMyBills, Inc. It was acquired by Experian in 2005 for $330M. 1B+ Revenue.

Guide 42

Guide Startup Mahalo GRP Partners 42

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 8, 2014

Steve Jobs was one of those entrepreneurs who seemed universally either loved or hated, but not many will argue with his ability to innovate in the technology product arena over the years. Think differently about design. Imagine what you could accomplish if you had Steve Jobs guiding your decisions. Say no to 1,000 things.

Ideas 106

Ideas Entrepreneur Design Guide 106

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2019

A common request I get while mentoring entrepreneurs is for a copy of the startup checklist they need to follow, in order to build a successful new business. Kerr, “ The Executive Checklist: A Guide for Setting Direction and Managing Change.” I wish it was that easy. Gamification.

Technology 86

Technology Cloud Computing Social Media Networking 86

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 24, 2013

Steve Jobs was one of those entrepreneurs who seemed universally either loved or hated, but not many will argue with his ability to innovate in the technology product arena over the years. Think differently about design. Imagine what you could accomplish if you had Steve Jobs guiding your decisions. Say no to 1,000 things.

Ideas 120

Ideas Entrepreneur Design Guide 120

Tech.Co

MAY 25, 2018

If you’re an early-stage entrepreneur, technology has served you well. These organizations work tirelessly in guiding and supporting startup teams to success, regardless of their stage of business, as well as continue to encourage innovation across the planet. Watch our video series at SXSW 2018 with The Case Foundation.

Startup 141

Startup Technical Review Competition Software Review 141

Tech.Co

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

While free money may sound too good to be true, there are hundreds of grants available to small businesses in 2024 designed to make financing more accessible to business owners. Female entrepreneurs can apply anytime by telling their story, however, details about your company, industry, and market will help your case seem more competitive.

Technical Review 194

Technical Review Software Review Startup Competition 194

Tech Zulu Event

MAY 2, 2011

At the Technovation Challenge LA Pitch Night hosted by Iridescent , we saw six teams of high school girls from various Los Angeles City Schools pitch a number of mobile app ideas to a panel of venture capitalists and entrepreneurs. Techno Unibot Freaks, with In a Flash, a flash card app for students. Musical Gears – BUSavvy.

Technical Review 82

Technical Review Entrepreneur Software Review USC 82

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 28, 2015

A common request I get while mentoring entrepreneurs is for a copy of the startup checklist they need to follow, in order to build a successful new business. Kerr, “ The Executive Checklist: A Guide for Setting Direction and Managing Change.” business checklist entrepreneur James Kerr startup' I wish it was that easy.

Startup 107

Startup Cloud Computing Social Media Entrepreneur 107

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 23, 2015

These days, everyone wants to be an entrepreneur, pitching their latest and greatest new idea, and looking for someone to give them money. Talk is cheap, but entrepreneurs who show you a working model of their idea know how to execute. A prototype has to be real enough to be convincing, without looking like science fiction.

Ideas 107

Ideas Outsource Development Startup Tool 107

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 2, 2018

In the world of entrepreneurs and startups, high level relationships are everything. In business, positional authority remains the primary guiding force at this level, and most business relationships stay at this level or below. You can’t start a business alone. You need partners, team members, investors, vendors, and customers.

Startup 93

Startup Guide Help Course 93

Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 5, 2012

The concise guide is here. It requires writers, actors, film crews, lighting, costume & set designs, make-up artists, post production, sound, editors and so on. I’m looking for a new breed of entrepreneur. My narrative has stayed pretty simple: People in the US watch 5.3 hours of TV per day. So Who Will Win the Future?

Hollywood 374

Hollywood Content Yahoo Java 374

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 6, 2019

Sometimes people need to be guided into better outcomes. By design, you can change the conversation in the office, at board meetings, and with peers who seem to have gone off track. Conversation for conflict resolution. Many people will avoid conflict in work relationships at all costs, which is nonproductive. Conversation for change.

Tips 92

Tips Guide Design Entrepreneur 92

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

You can’t survive as an entrepreneur without resilience, because you are going to fail at least once, maybe multiple times. If you need more evidence that great entrepreneurs survived through resilience, just look into the backgrounds of more recent entrepreneurs like Steve Jobs, Bill Gates, and Elon Musk. Then they get it done.

Entrepreneur 138

Entrepreneur Guide Activity Design 138

SoCal CTO

MARCH 11, 2013

Cases Where a Mockup is Not Enough There are a few cases where mockups or clickable prototypes may not be enough: Usability, interaction design, etc. As Steve Blank likes to say: A Startup Is a Temporary Organization Designed to Search for A Repeatable and Scalable Business Model The unfortunate reality is - an MVP is not the above!

Metrics 264

Metrics Venture Capital News Product 264