Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 23, 2021
Unfortunately, these goals are often mutually exclusive, and focusing on the wrong ones won’t bring you that business success and satisfaction you crave. Yet, I find that most of us don’t have the financials for that option, so we must share the equity, control, and reward, and rely on funding from family, friends, and professional investors.
Startup Professionals Musings
APRIL 30, 2023
According to a classic Harvard Research study, first inventors spend at least a third more on their initial technology than later innovators. Studying and learning from the mistakes of others is the best way to reduce your own risks. Timing is critical, as well as focus on marketing and customer satisfaction.
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Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 8, 2020
According to a classic Harvard Research study, first inventors spend at least a third more on their initial technology than later innovators. Studying and learning from the mistakes of others is the best way to reduce your own risks. Timing is critical, as well as focus on marketing and customer satisfaction.
Startup Professionals Musings
MAY 25, 2022
In every case, a partner can be an asset, bringing new skills and perspectives to the business; or a burden, making every decision more difficult, and taxing your lifestyle satisfaction. You need to do the due diligence to make that decision before you sign away your equity. Always make sure you can enjoy some fun together.
Startup Professionals Musings
MAY 8, 2022
In a famous Harvard study of 212 new ventures a few years ago, USC professor Noam Wasserman found that half the founders were no longer at the helm after three years, and over time 80% were forced out. You have very little money, and you don’t want to give away your equity. Recognize that the best people don’t work for free.
Startup Professionals Musings
AUGUST 10, 2019
In a famous Harvard study of 212 new ventures a few years ago, USC professor Noam Wasserman found that half the founders were no longer at the helm after three years, and over time 80% were forced out. You have very little money, and you don’t want to give away your equity. Recognize that the best people don’t work for free.
Startup Professionals Musings
SEPTEMBER 3, 2018
According to a classic Harvard Research study, first inventors spend at least a third more on their initial technology than later innovators. Studying and learning from the mistakes of others is the best way to reduce your own risks. Timing is critical, as well as focus on marketing and customer satisfaction.
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